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SBC Clutch Kit for 1987-1994 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L/2.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: SD1-2455R-12
MPN: K70037-06-HD
Unleash your Volkswagen Golf's full potential with South Bend Clutch's high-performance clutch kits. Tailored for the 1987-1994 1.8L/2.0L Gas models, our kits are engineered for enhanced durability, smoother engagement, and superior reliability. Choose from a variety of stages and materials - organic, ceramic, and Kevlar - to match your driving style, whether it's daily commuting or extreme racing. Each kit comes complete for an easy installation, including disc, pressure plate, and alignment tool. Upgrade today for a transformative driving experience with unparalleled control and the ability to handle increased torque and horsepower. South Bend Clutch: Where innovation meets performance.
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South Bend Clutch has long been at the forefront of high-performance clutch technology, offering solutions that enhance the driving experience for a wide array of vehicles, including the iconic 1987-1994 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L/2.0L Gas models, among others. Our products are designed for those who demand more from their vehicle, whether it's smoother engagement, improved durability, or the ability to handle increased torque.
What Sets South Bend Clutch Apart?
At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on our innovative approach to clutch design and manufacturing. Our clutch kits are not just replacements; they are upgrades to your vehicle's performance and reliability. We understand that a clutch is a critical link between your vehicle's engine and drivetrain, and our products are crafted to enhance this connection.
Why Choose a South Bend Clutch Kit?
Choosing the right clutch kit for your Volkswagen Golf or similar vehicle is crucial, and here's why a South Bend Clutch kit stands out:
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Customized Performance: Our clutch kits come in various stages and materials, including organic, ceramic, and Kevlar, to match your vehicle's performance needs and your driving style. Whether you're after a clutch for daily driving or one that can handle the extreme demands of racing, we have options tailored for you.
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Durability and Reliability: Designed to withstand the rigors of high-performance applications, our clutches undergo rigorous testing to ensure they offer not just enhanced performance but also increased durability and reliability over stock clutches. This means you spend less time worrying about clutch failure and more time enjoying the drive.
-
Comprehensive Kits: Each of our clutch kits is designed to provide everything you need for a complete and straightforward installation. This includes the clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, and alignment tool, ensuring you have all the necessary components to upgrade your clutch system without the need for additional parts.
-
Technical Support: We understand that selecting and installing a performance clutch can be a daunting task. That's why we offer expert technical support to guide you through the selection process and assist with any installation questions. Our team is here to ensure you get the most out of your South Bend Clutch product.
Enhanced Driving Experience
Upgrading to a South Bend Clutch kit can transform your driving experience. Our clutches are designed to provide smoother engagement and improved pedal feel, giving you more control over your vehicle. This is particularly beneficial in performance driving scenarios, where precision and reliability can make all the difference. Additionally, our clutches are engineered to handle increased horsepower and torque, making them an ideal choice for modified vehicles.
Applications
The versatility of our clutch kits allows for a wide range of applications. Whether you're driving a Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Scirocco, or Derby, our clutch kits are designed to fit seamlessly, providing enhanced performance and reliability. Each kit is tailored to the specific requirements of these vehicles, taking into account factors like fuel type, drivetrain, and transmission to ensure optimal performance.
Installation and Maintenance
While South Bend Clutch kits are designed for straightforward installation, we always recommend professional installation to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Proper installation and regular maintenance are key to maximizing the life of your clutch. This includes adhering to proper break-in procedures and regularly checking for wear and adjustment.
Choice of Professionals and Enthusiasts
South Bend Clutch kits are the choice of automotive professionals and enthusiasts alike. Our commitment to quality, performance, and customer support has made us a leader in the clutch market. Whether you're looking to upgrade your daily driver or prepare your vehicle for the racetrack, South Bend Clutch offers the solutions you need to achieve your automotive goals.
Conclusion
In the world of high-performance clutches, South Bend Clutch stands out with our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Our clutch kits for the 1987-1994 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L/2.0L Gas and other vehicles offer the perfect blend of performance, durability, and reliability. Whether you're upgrading for enhanced daily driving or seeking the competitive edge in motorsports, South Bend Clutch provides the solutions you need to unlock the full potential of your vehicle. With a variety of stages and materials to choose from, along with comprehensive kits and expert support, making the switch to a South Bend Clutch kit is the choice for those who accept nothing but the best for their vehicle.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-1989 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L | Gas |  | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1990-1994 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1987-1989 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1990-1994 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1986-1988 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 2003 Volkswagen Derby 1.8L | Gas | - | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
South Bend Clutch has long been at the forefront of high-performance clutch technology, offering solutions that enhance the driving experience for a wide array of vehicles, including the iconic 1987-1994 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L/2.0L Gas models, among others. Our products are designed for those who demand more from their vehicle, whether it's smoother engagement, improved durability, or the ability to handle increased torque.
What Sets South Bend Clutch Apart?
At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on our innovative approach to clutch design and manufacturing. Our clutch kits are not just replacements; they are upgrades to your vehicle's performance and reliability. We understand that a clutch is a critical link between your vehicle's engine and drivetrain, and our products are crafted to enhance this connection.
Why Choose a South Bend Clutch Kit?
Choosing the right clutch kit for your Volkswagen Golf or similar vehicle is crucial, and here's why a South Bend Clutch kit stands out:
-
Customized Performance: Our clutch kits come in various stages and materials, including organic, ceramic, and Kevlar, to match your vehicle's performance needs and your driving style. Whether you're after a clutch for daily driving or one that can handle the extreme demands of racing, we have options tailored for you.
-
Durability and Reliability: Designed to withstand the rigors of high-performance applications, our clutches undergo rigorous testing to ensure they offer not just enhanced performance but also increased durability and reliability over stock clutches. This means you spend less time worrying about clutch failure and more time enjoying the drive.
-
Comprehensive Kits: Each of our clutch kits is designed to provide everything you need for a complete and straightforward installation. This includes the clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, and alignment tool, ensuring you have all the necessary components to upgrade your clutch system without the need for additional parts.
-
Technical Support: We understand that selecting and installing a performance clutch can be a daunting task. That's why we offer expert technical support to guide you through the selection process and assist with any installation questions. Our team is here to ensure you get the most out of your South Bend Clutch product.
Enhanced Driving Experience
Upgrading to a South Bend Clutch kit can transform your driving experience. Our clutches are designed to provide smoother engagement and improved pedal feel, giving you more control over your vehicle. This is particularly beneficial in performance driving scenarios, where precision and reliability can make all the difference. Additionally, our clutches are engineered to handle increased horsepower and torque, making them an ideal choice for modified vehicles.
Applications
The versatility of our clutch kits allows for a wide range of applications. Whether you're driving a Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Scirocco, or Derby, our clutch kits are designed to fit seamlessly, providing enhanced performance and reliability. Each kit is tailored to the specific requirements of these vehicles, taking into account factors like fuel type, drivetrain, and transmission to ensure optimal performance.
Installation and Maintenance
While South Bend Clutch kits are designed for straightforward installation, we always recommend professional installation to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Proper installation and regular maintenance are key to maximizing the life of your clutch. This includes adhering to proper break-in procedures and regularly checking for wear and adjustment.
Choice of Professionals and Enthusiasts
South Bend Clutch kits are the choice of automotive professionals and enthusiasts alike. Our commitment to quality, performance, and customer support has made us a leader in the clutch market. Whether you're looking to upgrade your daily driver or prepare your vehicle for the racetrack, South Bend Clutch offers the solutions you need to achieve your automotive goals.
Conclusion
In the world of high-performance clutches, South Bend Clutch stands out with our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Our clutch kits for the 1987-1994 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L/2.0L Gas and other vehicles offer the perfect blend of performance, durability, and reliability. Whether you're upgrading for enhanced daily driving or seeking the competitive edge in motorsports, South Bend Clutch provides the solutions you need to unlock the full potential of your vehicle. With a variety of stages and materials to choose from, along with comprehensive kits and expert support, making the switch to a South Bend Clutch kit is the choice for those who accept nothing but the best for their vehicle.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-1989 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1990-1994 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1987-1989 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1990-1994 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 1986-1988 Volkswagen Scirocco 1.8L | Gas | | 2WD | TREMEC T5 | Solid Mass |
| 2003 Volkswagen Derby 1.8L | Gas | - | 2WD | - | 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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