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SBC Clutch Kit for 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: SD1-1091R-12
MPN: K01024-HD
Upgrade your 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas with a South Bend Clutch kit, designed for unmatched durability and performance. Whether you seek smoother daily drives or rigorous off-road adventures, our clutch kits come in Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar options to match your driving needs. Choose from Stage 1 for improved drivability with minor modifications or Stage 2 for enhanced torque capacity in more demanding conditions. Our comprehensive kits, including clutch disc, pressure plate, and all necessary installation components, ensure a perfect fit and optimized performance. Trust South Bend Clutch for a seamless upgrade experience, catering to a variety of vehicles and driving styles. Experience the difference with a clutch kit engineered for durability and performance.
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South Bend Clutch is renowned for crafting high-quality, durable clutch solutions that cater to a wide array of vehicle applications, including the 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas among others. Our clutch kits are meticulously designed and manufactured to meet and exceed the original equipment manufacturer's specifications, ensuring an exact fit and enhanced performance for your vehicle.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
When you select a South Bend Clutch kit for your 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas, you're investing in a product that has been engineered with precision and care. Our clutch kits are known for their reliability, durability, and ability to enhance your vehicle's performance. Whether you are navigating the challenges of daily driving or pushing your vehicle to its limits off-road, our clutches deliver the performance you need.
We offer a range of clutch kits to suit various driving needs and preferences. These include options with organic, ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials, each offering distinct advantages. Our Stage 1 and Stage 2 clutch kits are available in configurations designed to support everything from daily driving to more demanding performance applications. This flexibility allows you to select a clutch that best matches your vehicle's usage and your driving style.
Features and Benefits
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Superior Friction Materials: Each material we offer, whether organic, ceramic, or Kevlar, has been chosen for its specific performance characteristics. Organic materials provide smooth engagement and are well-suited for daily driving. Ceramic materials offer higher heat resistance and are ideal for high-performance applications. Kevlar, known for its durability and heat resistance, offers a balance between daily drivability and performance capability.
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Stage 1 and Stage 2 Clutch Kits: Our Stage 1 kits are designed for vehicles with minor modifications or for those seeking improved performance without sacrificing daily drivability. Stage 2 kits are engineered for vehicles with more significant modifications, providing enhanced torque capacity and durability in demanding conditions.
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Comprehensive Kits: South Bend Clutch kits come complete with all the necessary components for a successful installation. This includes the clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and in some cases, a pilot bushing made from high-quality steel. This ensures you have everything you need for a smooth and efficient installation process.
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Application-Specific Engineering: Each kit is engineered to fit specific vehicle applications, ensuring a perfect fit and optimized performance. Our clutches are designed to work seamlessly with your vehicle's OEM specifications, including the transmission type and drivetrain requirements.
Designed for Durability and Performance
At South Bend Clutch, we understand that a clutch is a critical component of your vehicle's drivetrain. That's why our clutch kits are designed with durability and performance in mind. Our pressure plates and clutch discs are manufactured to provide the ideal balance between clutch engagement and longevity, ensuring you get the most out of your clutch system.
Easy Installation
Our clutch kits are designed for a straightforward installation, making it easier for you or your mechanic to upgrade your vehicle's clutch system. With detailed instructions and all necessary components included, you can be confident in a hassle-free installation process.
Wide Range of Applications
The versatility of our clutch kits extends beyond the 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas vehicles. We cater to a wide range of makes and models, ensuring that a vast majority of drivers can find a South Bend Clutch solution that fits their vehicle and their driving needs. Whether you're driving a truck, a performance car, or an off-road vehicle, we have a clutch kit designed for you.
Trusted by Professionals
South Bend Clutch is a trusted name among automotive professionals and enthusiasts alike. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has made us a leader in the clutch market. Whether you're searching for a clutch kit that can handle the rigors of racing or one that will provide reliable performance for daily driving, South Bend Clutch has a solution for you.
Find a Dealer Near You
With an extensive network of dealers, finding a South Bend Clutch kit for your vehicle is easier than ever. Our dealers are knowledgeable and can help guide you to the perfect clutch solution for your needs. Whether you're looking for a South Bend Clutch kit in Indiana or elsewhere, our dealer locator tool can help you find a retailer near you.
Conclusion
For drivers of the 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas and many other vehicles, South Bend Clutch offers a range of high-quality clutch kits designed to enhance your driving experience. With a focus on durability, performance, and drivability, our clutch kits are engineered to meet the needs of a wide variety of drivers. Whether you're upgrading your daily driver, your off-road adventure vehicle, or your performance car, South Bend Clutch has the solution you need to get the most out of your vehicle. Choose South Bend Clutch for your next clutch upgrade and experience the difference quality makes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L | Gas |  | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
| 1986 Jeep Comanche 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
| 1985 Jeep Wagoneer 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
| 1986 Jeep Wagoneer 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
South Bend Clutch is renowned for crafting high-quality, durable clutch solutions that cater to a wide array of vehicle applications, including the 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas among others. Our clutch kits are meticulously designed and manufactured to meet and exceed the original equipment manufacturer's specifications, ensuring an exact fit and enhanced performance for your vehicle.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch?
When you select a South Bend Clutch kit for your 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas, you're investing in a product that has been engineered with precision and care. Our clutch kits are known for their reliability, durability, and ability to enhance your vehicle's performance. Whether you are navigating the challenges of daily driving or pushing your vehicle to its limits off-road, our clutches deliver the performance you need.
We offer a range of clutch kits to suit various driving needs and preferences. These include options with organic, ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials, each offering distinct advantages. Our Stage 1 and Stage 2 clutch kits are available in configurations designed to support everything from daily driving to more demanding performance applications. This flexibility allows you to select a clutch that best matches your vehicle's usage and your driving style.
Features and Benefits
-
Superior Friction Materials: Each material we offer, whether organic, ceramic, or Kevlar, has been chosen for its specific performance characteristics. Organic materials provide smooth engagement and are well-suited for daily driving. Ceramic materials offer higher heat resistance and are ideal for high-performance applications. Kevlar, known for its durability and heat resistance, offers a balance between daily drivability and performance capability.
-
Stage 1 and Stage 2 Clutch Kits: Our Stage 1 kits are designed for vehicles with minor modifications or for those seeking improved performance without sacrificing daily drivability. Stage 2 kits are engineered for vehicles with more significant modifications, providing enhanced torque capacity and durability in demanding conditions.
-
Comprehensive Kits: South Bend Clutch kits come complete with all the necessary components for a successful installation. This includes the clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and in some cases, a pilot bushing made from high-quality steel. This ensures you have everything you need for a smooth and efficient installation process.
-
Application-Specific Engineering: Each kit is engineered to fit specific vehicle applications, ensuring a perfect fit and optimized performance. Our clutches are designed to work seamlessly with your vehicle's OEM specifications, including the transmission type and drivetrain requirements.
Designed for Durability and Performance
At South Bend Clutch, we understand that a clutch is a critical component of your vehicle's drivetrain. That's why our clutch kits are designed with durability and performance in mind. Our pressure plates and clutch discs are manufactured to provide the ideal balance between clutch engagement and longevity, ensuring you get the most out of your clutch system.
Easy Installation
Our clutch kits are designed for a straightforward installation, making it easier for you or your mechanic to upgrade your vehicle's clutch system. With detailed instructions and all necessary components included, you can be confident in a hassle-free installation process.
Wide Range of Applications
The versatility of our clutch kits extends beyond the 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas vehicles. We cater to a wide range of makes and models, ensuring that a vast majority of drivers can find a South Bend Clutch solution that fits their vehicle and their driving needs. Whether you're driving a truck, a performance car, or an off-road vehicle, we have a clutch kit designed for you.
Trusted by Professionals
South Bend Clutch is a trusted name among automotive professionals and enthusiasts alike. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has made us a leader in the clutch market. Whether you're searching for a clutch kit that can handle the rigors of racing or one that will provide reliable performance for daily driving, South Bend Clutch has a solution for you.
Find a Dealer Near You
With an extensive network of dealers, finding a South Bend Clutch kit for your vehicle is easier than ever. Our dealers are knowledgeable and can help guide you to the perfect clutch solution for your needs. Whether you're looking for a South Bend Clutch kit in Indiana or elsewhere, our dealer locator tool can help you find a retailer near you.
Conclusion
For drivers of the 1985-1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L Gas and many other vehicles, South Bend Clutch offers a range of high-quality clutch kits designed to enhance your driving experience. With a focus on durability, performance, and drivability, our clutch kits are engineered to meet the needs of a wide variety of drivers. Whether you're upgrading your daily driver, your off-road adventure vehicle, or your performance car, South Bend Clutch has the solution you need to get the most out of your vehicle. Choose South Bend Clutch for your next clutch upgrade and experience the difference quality makes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
| 1986 Jeep Comanche 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
| 1985 Jeep Wagoneer 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
| 1986 Jeep Wagoneer 2.8L | Gas | | 4WD | AX5 | Solid Mass |
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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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