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SBC Clutch Kit for 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: SD1-2605R-12
MPN: KF296-03-HD
Upgrade your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L Gas and compatible models. Designed to exceed OEM specifications, this clutch kit enhances performance, durability, and reliability. It includes a high-quality clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing, ensuring a comprehensive solution for your vehicle. Compatible with a wide range of BMW models, it's engineered for both daily driving and performance-oriented conditions. Experience smoother engagement, improved drivability, and increased torque capacity with our meticulously crafted clutch kit. Trust in our commitment to excellence and enjoy unparalleled performance with the South Bend Clutch Kit. Ideal for BMW enthusiasts seeking to elevate their vehicle's capabilities.
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At South Bend Clutch, we are committed to engineering and manufacturing top-tier clutch systems that are designed to exceed the expectations and demands of our customers. Our SBC Clutch Kit for the 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles is no exception, and it's built to offer unparalleled performance, durability, and reliability for a range of European vehicles, particularly those within the iconic BMW series. This clutch kit is a testament to our dedication to quality and innovation, catering to the specific needs of drivers who demand nothing but the best from their vehicles.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch Kit?
The South Bend Clutch kit is meticulously crafted to enhance the driving experience of your BMW 325i or similar models. It is designed not only to meet but to exceed the original equipment manufacturer's specifications, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance. Our clutch kits are renowned for their ability to handle increased torque loads, making them an ideal choice for both daily driving and more spirited, performance-oriented driving conditions.
Comprehensive Solution
Our clutch kit comes complete with all the necessary components for a full and thorough replacement. This includes a high-quality clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of durable steel, ensuring that you have everything you need for a successful installation process.
Compatibility
The South Bend Clutch kit is designed with versatility in mind, fitting a range of vehicles beyond the 1987-1991 BMW 325i. This compatibility extends to various models within the BMW 325 series, including the 325is, 325iX, 325e, and 325es, as well as the BMW 525i and 528e. This wide-ranging compatibility ensures that a broad spectrum of BMW enthusiasts can enjoy the enhanced performance and reliability offered by our clutch kits.
Performance and Durability
Our clutch kits are engineered for performance. The organic friction material used in our clutch disc is selected for its optimal balance between holding capacity and longevity, ensuring that your clutch can handle the demands of daily driving as well as more aggressive driving scenarios. The full-face disc style offers smooth engagement and improved drivability, while the diaphragm-style pressure plate provides a consistent clamping force, crucial for maintaining the integrity and responsiveness of your vehicle's drive system.
Installation and Support
Ease of installation is a key focus of our clutch kits. Included in each kit are all necessary components, meticulously designed to ensure a straightforward and hassle-free installation process. Furthermore, South Bend Clutch offers unparalleled customer support, with a team of knowledgeable and experienced specialists available to assist with any questions or concerns you may have during the installation process or thereafter.
Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our clutch kits, from the selection of materials to the precision engineering and comprehensive testing that goes into every product. By choosing a South Bend Clutch kit, you're not just getting a replacement part; you're investing in an upgrade that will enhance the performance, reliability, and enjoyment of your vehicle.
Engineering Excellence
At South Bend Clutch, we understand the importance of a reliable and high-performing clutch system. That's why our clutch kits are engineered with precision and built to the highest standards. Our use of premium materials, such as organic friction compounds, ensures that each clutch kit provides the perfect balance between performance and longevity. Our engineering process involves rigorous testing to ensure that our clutch kits can withstand the demands of various driving conditions, from daily commuting to more aggressive driving styles.
Quality and Reliability
Quality is at the forefront of everything we do at South Bend Clutch. Our clutch kits are manufactured in facilities equipped with the latest technology and staffed by skilled professionals who share our commitment to quality. This meticulous approach to manufacturing ensures that each clutch kit meets our strict standards for quality and performance. Additionally, our clutch kits undergo extensive quality control checks at various stages of production, ensuring that every product that leaves our facility is of the highest quality.
Enhanced Driving Experience
The performance improvements offered by our clutch kits are immediately noticeable, with smoother engagement, improved response, and increased torque capacity. Whether navigating through city traffic or pushing your vehicle on a winding road, you'll appreciate the enhanced driving experience that our clutch kits provide. By delivering a perfect balance between performance and drivability, our clutch kits ensure that your vehicle is always ready to perform at its best, no matter the driving conditions.
Trust and Reputation
South Bend Clutch has built a reputation for excellence in the automotive industry. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has made us a trusted name among enthusiasts and professionals alike. By choosing a South Bend Clutch kit, you're choosing a product from a company that stands behind its products and is dedicated to providing the best possible experience to its customers. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a passionate enthusiast, you can trust South Bend Clutch to deliver the performance, reliability, and support you need.
In summary, the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles represents the pinnacle of clutch technology, offering unmatched performance, durability, and reliability for a wide range of European vehicles. With our commitment to quality, engineering excellence, and customer support, South Bend Clutch is the clear choice for drivers who demand the very best from their vehicles. Upgrade to a South Bend Clutch kit today and experience the difference that quality and performance can make in your driving experience.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-1991 BMW 325i | Gas |  | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1987-1991 BMW 325is | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1988-1991 BMW 325iX | Gas |  | AWD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1984-1986 BMW 325e | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1987 BMW 325es | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1989-1990 BMW 525i | Gas |  | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1982-1986 BMW 528e | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
At South Bend Clutch, we are committed to engineering and manufacturing top-tier clutch systems that are designed to exceed the expectations and demands of our customers. Our SBC Clutch Kit for the 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles is no exception, and it's built to offer unparalleled performance, durability, and reliability for a range of European vehicles, particularly those within the iconic BMW series. This clutch kit is a testament to our dedication to quality and innovation, catering to the specific needs of drivers who demand nothing but the best from their vehicles.
Why Choose South Bend Clutch Kit?
The South Bend Clutch kit is meticulously crafted to enhance the driving experience of your BMW 325i or similar models. It is designed not only to meet but to exceed the original equipment manufacturer's specifications, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance. Our clutch kits are renowned for their ability to handle increased torque loads, making them an ideal choice for both daily driving and more spirited, performance-oriented driving conditions.
Comprehensive Solution
Our clutch kit comes complete with all the necessary components for a full and thorough replacement. This includes a high-quality clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of durable steel, ensuring that you have everything you need for a successful installation process.
Compatibility
The South Bend Clutch kit is designed with versatility in mind, fitting a range of vehicles beyond the 1987-1991 BMW 325i. This compatibility extends to various models within the BMW 325 series, including the 325is, 325iX, 325e, and 325es, as well as the BMW 525i and 528e. This wide-ranging compatibility ensures that a broad spectrum of BMW enthusiasts can enjoy the enhanced performance and reliability offered by our clutch kits.
Performance and Durability
Our clutch kits are engineered for performance. The organic friction material used in our clutch disc is selected for its optimal balance between holding capacity and longevity, ensuring that your clutch can handle the demands of daily driving as well as more aggressive driving scenarios. The full-face disc style offers smooth engagement and improved drivability, while the diaphragm-style pressure plate provides a consistent clamping force, crucial for maintaining the integrity and responsiveness of your vehicle's drive system.
Installation and Support
Ease of installation is a key focus of our clutch kits. Included in each kit are all necessary components, meticulously designed to ensure a straightforward and hassle-free installation process. Furthermore, South Bend Clutch offers unparalleled customer support, with a team of knowledgeable and experienced specialists available to assist with any questions or concerns you may have during the installation process or thereafter.
Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our clutch kits, from the selection of materials to the precision engineering and comprehensive testing that goes into every product. By choosing a South Bend Clutch kit, you're not just getting a replacement part; you're investing in an upgrade that will enhance the performance, reliability, and enjoyment of your vehicle.
Engineering Excellence
At South Bend Clutch, we understand the importance of a reliable and high-performing clutch system. That's why our clutch kits are engineered with precision and built to the highest standards. Our use of premium materials, such as organic friction compounds, ensures that each clutch kit provides the perfect balance between performance and longevity. Our engineering process involves rigorous testing to ensure that our clutch kits can withstand the demands of various driving conditions, from daily commuting to more aggressive driving styles.
Quality and Reliability
Quality is at the forefront of everything we do at South Bend Clutch. Our clutch kits are manufactured in facilities equipped with the latest technology and staffed by skilled professionals who share our commitment to quality. This meticulous approach to manufacturing ensures that each clutch kit meets our strict standards for quality and performance. Additionally, our clutch kits undergo extensive quality control checks at various stages of production, ensuring that every product that leaves our facility is of the highest quality.
Enhanced Driving Experience
The performance improvements offered by our clutch kits are immediately noticeable, with smoother engagement, improved response, and increased torque capacity. Whether navigating through city traffic or pushing your vehicle on a winding road, you'll appreciate the enhanced driving experience that our clutch kits provide. By delivering a perfect balance between performance and drivability, our clutch kits ensure that your vehicle is always ready to perform at its best, no matter the driving conditions.
Trust and Reputation
South Bend Clutch has built a reputation for excellence in the automotive industry. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has made us a trusted name among enthusiasts and professionals alike. By choosing a South Bend Clutch kit, you're choosing a product from a company that stands behind its products and is dedicated to providing the best possible experience to its customers. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a passionate enthusiast, you can trust South Bend Clutch to deliver the performance, reliability, and support you need.
In summary, the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 1987-1991 BMW 325i 2.5L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles represents the pinnacle of clutch technology, offering unmatched performance, durability, and reliability for a wide range of European vehicles. With our commitment to quality, engineering excellence, and customer support, South Bend Clutch is the clear choice for drivers who demand the very best from their vehicles. Upgrade to a South Bend Clutch kit today and experience the difference that quality and performance can make in your driving experience.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-1991 BMW 325i | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1987-1991 BMW 325is | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1988-1991 BMW 325iX | Gas | | AWD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1984-1986 BMW 325e | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1987 BMW 325es | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1989-1990 BMW 525i | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1982-1986 BMW 528e | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | 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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