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SBC Clutch Kit for 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles

$235.70
SKU SD1-2413R-12
MPN K17012-HD
  • Regular price $235.70

Sku: SD1-2413R-12

MPN: K17012-HD



Elevate your 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Gas driving experience with South Bend Clutch Kits, designed for unparalleled performance and reliability. Our kits, available in Stage 1 and Stage 2, cater to varying driving demands from daily use to extreme conditions. Choose from Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials to match your vehicle's performance needs. Each kit includes a clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing for a complete installation, excluding the flywheel for customization flexibility. Ideal for a wide range of Volkswagen models, these kits promise precision engineering and optimal performance. Trust South Bend Clutch for a significant upgrade over OEM specifications, ensuring a smoother, more responsive driving experience.


$235.70
SKU SD1-2413R-12
MPN K17012-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Enhance your vehicle's performance with our precision-engineered clutches.
  • Experience smoother gear shifts and improved driving dynamics.
  • Designed to handle high torque applications for both street and racing use.
  • Our clutches undergo rigorous testing to ensure durability and reliability.
  • Easy installation with direct fitment to replace factory components.
  • Reduces slip and heat generation for a longer clutch life.
  • Optimal material composition for a balance of performance and longevity.
  • Backed by a comprehensive warranty and expert support from South Bend Clutch.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$235.70

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South Bend Clutch is a leading authority in the clutch market, providing unmatched quality and performance for vehicles across various segments. Our clutch kits are designed with precision engineering and manufactured to meet and exceed the highest standards. Specifically, the South Bend Clutch Kit for 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Gas and other compatible vehicles represents a significant upgrade over OEM specifications, ensuring reliability, durability, and enhanced driving experience.

Why Choose South Bend Clutch?

Our experience in the clutch industry sets us apart. We understand the dynamics of drivetrain components and the importance of a reliable clutch system. Whether you are looking for a clutch that can handle the daily demands of your vehicle or need something that can withstand the rigors of performance driving, South Bend Clutch has a solution that fits your needs.

Our clutch kits are designed for specific vehicle applications, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance. For the 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Gas and other listed vehicles, we offer a variety of clutch kits that cater to different driving styles and requirements. From daily driving to extreme sports, our kits are tailored to enhance your vehicle's performance.

Features and Benefits

  • Precision Engineering: Each component within our clutch kits is designed with precision to ensure seamless compatibility with your vehicle's drivetrain. This attention to detail guarantees improved performance and reliability.

  • Diverse Material Options: We offer clutches made from Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials, each providing unique benefits. Organic materials offer smoother engagement and are ideal for daily driving. Ceramic materials provide higher heat resistance and are suited for high-performance applications. Kevlar offers a balance between durability and performance, making it a versatile choice for various driving conditions.

  • Stage 1 and Stage 2 Options: Catering to different levels of performance needs, our Stage 1 and Stage 2 clutch kits are designed to handle increased power outputs. Stage 1 kits are perfect for vehicles with minor modifications, while Stage 2 kits are suitable for those with more significant upgrades.

  • Comprehensive Kit Contents: Our kits come complete with all necessary components for installation, including the clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing. This ensures that you have everything you need for a straightforward installation process.

  • No Flywheel Included: To provide flexibility in customization, our kits do not include a flywheel. This allows you to choose a flywheel that best suits your vehicle's specific requirements and driving habits.

Application and Compatibility

The South Bend Clutch Kit is not only designed for the 1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Gas but is also compatible with a wide range of Volkswagen vehicles from the same era, including the Volkswagen Cabriolet, Jetta, Rabbit Convertible, Scirocco, and more. This wide compatibility ensures that many Volkswagen owners can benefit from the enhanced performance and reliability provided by our clutch kits.

Installation and Maintenance

Installing a South Bend Clutch kit requires a moderate level of mechanical skill. We recommend that the installation be performed by a professional mechanic or an experienced enthusiast to ensure it is done correctly. Proper installation and maintenance are key to maximizing the lifespan and performance of your South Bend Clutch. Following the break-in procedure outlined in our installation guide will ensure your clutch performs optimally for years to come.

Conclusion

Choosing a South Bend Clutch Kit for your Volkswagen Golf or compatible vehicle is an investment in quality, performance, and reliability. With our precision engineering, diverse material options, and comprehensive kit contents, you can experience enhanced driving dynamics and peace of mind knowing your clutch system is built to last. Trust South Bend Clutch for all your clutch needs and join the ranks of satisfied customers who demand the best for their vehicles.

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
1985-1992 Volkswagen Golf 1.8LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1985-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1984-1993 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1990-1994 Volkswagen Golf 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1990-1994 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible 1.8LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1984-1989 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.8LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1983-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 1.8LGas2WDTREMEC T5Solid Mass
1993 Volkswagen Jetta 1.9LDiesel2WDTREMEC T5Solid 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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