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SBC Clutch Kit for 1984-1990 Dodge Daytona 2.5L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles

$263.03
SKU SD1-2181R-12
MPN K05067-HD
  • Regular price $263.03

Sku: SD1-2181R-12

MPN: K05067-HD



Elevate your driving experience with the SBC SD1-2181R-12 Clutch Kit, tailored to suit a variety of driving needs. Whether for daily driving or extreme conditions, our clutch kit offers options in Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials. Designed for Stage 1 and Stage 2 applications, it's perfect for both minor upgrades and vehicles with significant modifications. Our kits ensure smoother engagement, increased torque capacity, and prolonged clutch life. Each set includes a diaphragm-style pressure plate for consistent clamping force, a full-face disc for even wear, and essential installation components for a complete upgrade solution. Trust South Bend Clutch for unmatched performance and reliability in your vehicle.


$263.03
SKU SD1-2181R-12
MPN K05067-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
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SBC Clutch Kit for 1984-1990 Dodge Daytona 2.5L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$263.03

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At South Bend Clutch, we are committed to providing high-quality clutch solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Whether you are looking for an upgrade for your daily driver or need a more robust solution for racing or heavy towing, the SBC SD1-2181R-12 Clutch Kit offers a range of options to suit your specific needs. With over the years of experience in the industry, South Bend Clutch has developed a reputation for producing durable, reliable, and high-performing clutch kits. This clutch kit, designed and manufactured with precision, underscores our commitment to excellence and innovation in clutch technology.

Our clutch kits are engineered to enhance the performance of your vehicle, providing improved torque capacity, smoother engagement, and extended clutch life. Each variant of the SBC SD1-2181R-12 Clutch Kit is tailored to different driving needs and preferences, ensuring that there is an option that matches your vehicle's performance requirements and your driving style.

The organic friction material option is ideal for vehicles used primarily for daily driving. Organic friction material offers smooth engagement and is more forgiving on the drivetrain, which makes it a great choice for drivers looking for a balance between performance and drivability. The ceramic friction material option, on the other hand, is designed for drivers who require more aggressive engagement and higher heat tolerance. This makes it an excellent choice for racing, heavy towing, or high-performance applications where the clutch is subjected to extreme conditions.

For those seeking an even higher level of performance, our Kevlar friction material variant provides exceptional durability and heat resistance, making it suitable for high-performance street driving, occasional track use, or sport applications. Kevlar friction material is known for its ability to withstand high temperatures without losing strength, offering an extended lifespan even under harsh driving conditions.

The SBC SD1-2181R-12 Clutch Kit is available in Stage 1 and Stage 2 configurations. Stage 1 variants are engineered for vehicles with minor modifications or for drivers seeking an upgrade from the stock clutch for improved drivability and reliability. Stage 2 options are designed for vehicles with more significant modifications, providing higher torque capacity and more aggressive engagement to handle increased power levels.

All variants of the SBC SD1-2181R-12 Clutch Kit include a diaphragm-style pressure plate, which is designed to provide a consistent clamping force and smooth engagement. The full-face disc style ensures even wear and a longer lifespan, while the sprung hub design helps to protect the drivetrain from shock loads and ensures smoother engagement. Each kit also comes with a throw-out bearing and an alignment tool, ensuring that you have everything you need for a complete and straightforward installation process.

Choosing the right clutch kit is vital for achieving optimal performance and reliability from your vehicle. The SBC SD1-2181R-12 Clutch Kit, with its variety of friction materials, stages, and included components, offers a comprehensive solution that meets the needs of a wide range of drivers. Whether you are upgrading your daily driver, towing heavy loads, or hitting the track, South Bend Clutch provides the quality, performance, and durability that you need to get the most out of your vehicle.

In addition to the exceptional performance and reliability of our clutch kits, South Bend Clutch is committed to providing outstanding customer service. Our knowledgeable team is always ready to help you select the right clutch kit for your vehicle and driving needs. Plus, with a wide network of dealers, finding a South Bend Clutch dealer near you is easy, ensuring that you have access to our products and support wherever you are.

For those in the market for a clutch upgrade, the SBC SD1-2181R-12 Clutch Kit represents a significant investment in your vehicle's performance and reliability. With South Bend Clutch, you are not just buying a clutch kit; you are investing in quality, innovation, and a product that is engineered to exceed your expectations. Choose South Bend Clutch for your next clutch upgrade and experience the difference that quality and expertise can make in your vehicle's performance.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

Organic Friction Material

Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.

Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

Organic clutch material is a top choice for drivers seeking smooth, reliable performance for everyday use. Made from a blend of woven organic fibers and resin compounds, it offers excellent friction stability, making it ideal for street driving where comfort and longevity are priorities. Its consistent engagement and reduced noise make it particularly suited for daily drivers, light towing, and moderate performance applications where clutch feel matters.

Designed to handle moderate torque loads, organic clutch discs excel in standard driving conditions but may wear faster under extreme stress compared to performance-based materials. However, they remain a cost-effective and dependable option for drivers who prioritize comfort and balanced performance over extreme power handling.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

Full Face Disc Style

The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.

Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

The full face clutch disc is designed for smooth engagement, even wear, and maximum surface contact with the pressure plate and flywheel. Covering the entire friction surface, this design provides excellent power transfer, making it ideal for daily drivers, light towing, and vehicles where comfort and longevity are top priorities. The increased surface area allows for better heat distribution, reducing the risk of premature wear.

Full face discs excel in standard and moderate performance applications, offering a balanced blend of drivability and durability. However, they may lack the aggressive grip required for extreme power handling compared to paddle-style discs, making them better suited for stock to lightly modified vehicles.

South Bend Clutch Single Disc Clutch Kit

Single Disc

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

South Bend Clutch Stage 1 Clutch

Stage 1 Clutch

A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.

While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.

A Stage 1 clutch is designed for drivers seeking a slight performance upgrade over a stock clutch while maintaining smooth engagement and drivability. Ideal for daily drivers and mild performance enhancements, it offers increased clamping force and better heat resistance compared to factory clutches. This makes it suitable for vehicles with minor bolt-on modifications, such as intake or exhaust upgrades.

While Stage 1 clutches provide improved durability and power handling, they maintain a comfortable pedal feel and minimal noise, making them a perfect choice for street driving with light towing or occasional spirited driving. They balance performance with everyday usability.

Warranty Coverage

South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.

The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.

*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***

 

 

Warranty Registration

To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.

What You'll Need to Register:

  • Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
  • Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
  • Current odometer reading at time of installation
  • Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
  • Part number of your South Bend Clutch product

Click here to Register Your Warranty

After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.

Filing a Warranty Claim

If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.

Claim Submission Requirements:

  • Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
  • Current odometer reading
  • Description of the issue you're experiencing
  • Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
  • Photos showing the condition of related components

Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.

Warranty Conditions

The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:

  • The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
  • The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
  • The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
  • The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
  • The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
  • The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
  • The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.

Pricing Policy

We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).

Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.

Return Policy

No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.

To Obtain an RMA:

  • If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
  • If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345

Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.

Questions?

For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.

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Vehicle Fuel Type Manual Prevalence Drivetrain Transmission Type Used OEM Flywheel Type
1984-1990 Dodge Daytona 2.5L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1984-1990 Chrysler LeBaron 2.2L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1986-1990 Chrysler LeBaron 2.5L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1984-1988 Dodge 600 2.2L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1984-1987 Dodge Caravan 2.2L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1988-1990 Dodge Caravan 2.5L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1985-1987 Dodge Charger 2.2L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1984-1990 Dodge Daytona 2.2L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1987-1990 Dodge Shadow 2.2L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
1988-1990 Dodge Shadow 2.5L DieselDiesel2WD-Solid Mass

PRODUCT FAQs

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Is the shipping free?

Yes. Worldwide shipping is already included in the price. We use DHL express with 3 days delivery time.

When will I receive my item?

When we have received your order, you will automatically receive an e-mail confirming your order. Orders made before 2 PM (CET) will be picked, packed and shipped the same day. Delivery time is usually 2-4 working days with DHL Express.

Can I change or return my item?

If you want to change a product into another model, strap color etc., please contact us so we are able to reserve the new item in our stock immediately. You are always entitled to an exchange or refund within 30 days after you have received your package, as long as the item has not been used.

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