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SBC Clutch Kit for 1985-1988 Pontiac Fiero 2.8L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles

$252.43
SKU SD1-2049R-12
MPN K04088-HD
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Sku: SD1-2049R-12

MPN: K04088-HD



Elevate your driving experience with a South Bend Clutch kit, designed for the 1985-1988 Pontiac Fiero 2.8L and compatible vehicles. Whether for daily commutes or high-performance demands, our clutch kits offer unmatched durability and performance. Available in Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar materials, each kit is tailored to your driving style, from smooth daily driving to aggressive, heat-resistant applications. Our Stage 1 and Stage 2 kits cater to both lightly and heavily modified vehicles, enhancing torque capacity, drivability, and longevity. This comprehensive kit includes a clutch disc, pressure plate, and necessary installation components, excluding the flywheel. Trust South Bend Clutch for a perfect balance of performance and reliability, designed to fit various Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac models, and more. Experience superior drivability and control, backed by our commitment to quality and customer support.


$252.43
SKU SD1-2049R-12
MPN K04088-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Designed to enhance the performance and durability of your vehicle's manual transmission.
  • Crafted using cutting-edge technology for maximum reliability and strength.
  • Offers a smoother, more responsive driving experience.
  • Suitable for a wide range of vehicles, from daily drivers to high-performance cars.
  • Easy installation with minimal required adjustments, making it ideal for both professionals and enthusiasts.
  • Provides superior torque capacity and heat dissipation for extended clutch life.
  • Tested rigorously to meet the highest quality standards.
  • Backed by South Bend Clutch's industry-leading customer support and warranty coverage.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 1985-1988 Pontiac Fiero 2.8L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$252.43

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South Bend Clutch, a trusted name in the performance clutch market, proudly presents its versatile clutch kit designed for the 1985-1988 Pontiac Fiero 2.8L Gas and compatible with various other vehicles. This premium clutch kit showcases our commitment to quality, performance, and durability, ensuring an unmatched driving experience for both daily driving and performance enthusiasts alike.

The South Bend Clutch kit for the 1985-1988 Pontiac Fiero 2.8L and other compatible vehicles is engineered to meet the high demands of modern engines, offering a significant upgrade over the OEM clutch system. Manufactured using the finest materials and state-of-the-art technology, this kit is designed to deliver superior performance and reliability. Whether you're navigating the daily commute or pushing your car to its limits on the track, our clutch kit provides the perfect balance of drivability and hardcore performance.

Our clutch kits are available in various configurations to suit a wide range of driving styles and requirements. From Organic to Ceramic and Kevlar friction materials, each option is tailored to provide specific performance benefits. The Organic material offers smooth engagement and is ideal for daily driving, while the Ceramic option delivers more aggressive engagement with higher heat tolerance, making it suitable for high-performance applications. The Kevlar variant provides outstanding durability and heat resistance, perfect for both spirited street driving and moderate track use.

Each clutch kit variant comes with a stage rating, indicating its holding capacity and intended use. Stage 1 kits are designed for vehicles with minor modifications, providing increased holding power over stock while maintaining good drivability. Stage 2 kits are aimed at more heavily modified cars, offering higher torque capacity and more aggressive engagement without sacrificing the quality of the driving experience.

Key features of our clutch kits include:

  • Increased torque capacity over OEM clutches, allowing for the handling of more power and aggressive driving.
  • Improved durability and longevity, thanks to high-quality materials and construction.
  • Smoother engagement and lighter pedal feel, enhancing both comfort and control.
  • Reduced wear on transmission components, ensuring the longevity of your vehicle's drivetrain.
  • Comprehensive kits that include all necessary components for installation, such as the clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and in some cases, a pilot bushing made of durable steel.

Compatibility with a variety of vehicles beyond the Pontiac Fiero, including models from Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, and more, demonstrates the versatility and broad application of our products. Our clutch kits are designed to accommodate the specific needs of each vehicle, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.

South Bend Clutch is dedicated to providing exceptional customer support and stands behind the quality of each product. Our extensive network of dealers ensures that you can find our products easily and receive knowledgeable assistance with your purchase and installation. Trust South Bend Clutch for your vehicle's clutch needs and join the ranks of satisfied customers who demand the best in performance and reliability.

Whether you're upgrading your clutch for improved daily driving performance or you're preparing your vehicle for competitive racing, South Bend Clutch offers the ideal solution. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every clutch kit we produce, guaranteeing that you receive a product that meets the highest standards of quality and performance. Experience the difference that a South Bend Clutch kit can make in your vehicle's performance and drivability.

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
1985-1988 Pontiac Fiero 2.8LGas2WDMuncie M21Solid Mass
1987-1989 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.8LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1987-1988 Buick Century 2.8LGas2WD-Solid Mass
1987-1989 Chevrolet Celebrity 2.8LGas2WD-Solid Mass
1987-1989 Chevrolet Beretta 2.8LGas2WD-Solid Mass
1987-1988 Cadillac Cimarron 2.8LGas2WD-Solid Mass
1987-1989 Chevrolet Corsica 2.8LGas2WD-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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