SBC Clutch Kit for 1989-1996 Mitsubishi Montero 3.0L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus
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The SBC SD1-2171R-12 Clutch Kit is designed for gas vehicles, incorporating a 14-input spline with a 1.13-input shaft diameter and a disc diameter of 9.5 inches. This makes it a versatile solution for a wide range of applications, ensuring compatibility and performance enhancement across various platforms. Our clutch kits are designed with the end-user in mind, focusing on ease of installation and long-term durability.
One of the key features of the SBC SD1-2171R-12 Clutch Kit is the variety of friction materials and stages available, catering to different driving styles and performance requirements. From organic materials ideal for smooth engagement and daily driving to ceramic compounds for high heat resistance and aggressive engagement, our selection ensures that there is a perfect clutch for every driver. Additionally, for those seeking a balance between street-ability and performance, our Kevlar option provides an excellent compromise with enhanced durability and heat resistance.
Selecting the right clutch stage is crucial for optimizing performance and longevity. Our Stage 1 options are designed for vehicles with mild modifications, offering improved performance without sacrificing drivability. For more heavily modified vehicles, or for drivers demanding the utmost from their transmission system, our Stage 2 clutches offer significantly higher torque capacity, ensuring reliable power transfer under demanding conditions.
In terms of usage, the SBC SD1-2171R-12 Clutch Kit variants cater to a wide spectrum of driving needs. The ‘Daily Plus’ variant is tailored for those who require a reliable upgrade from the OEM clutch, offering enhanced performance for everyday use. The ‘Extreme’ variant is engineered for those who push their vehicles to the limit, whether on the track or the street, providing maximum holding capacity without compromising pedal feel. Lastly, the ‘Sport’ option is designed for spirited driving and occasional track use, offering a balance between performance and drivability.
Our clutch kits come as a single disc setup, utilizing either a full face or a 6-paddle design depending on the specific variant. This design choice is aimed at optimizing the contact area for improved engagement and heat dissipation, ensuring consistent performance even under extreme conditions. Despite the high-performance nature of our clutches, the emphasis on drivability and longevity is never compromised.
South Bend Clutch understands the importance of a complete solution, which is why our clutch kits include essential installation components such as the throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of durable steel. This comprehensive approach ensures that you have everything needed for a hassle-free installation, allowing you to get back on the road with confidence. It should be noted that our kits do not include a flywheel, giving customers the flexibility to choose a flywheel that best suits their specific needs and preferences.
The commitment of South Bend Clutch to quality and customer satisfaction is evident in every product we offer. Our clutches are subject to rigorous testing and quality control measures, ensuring that each component meets our high standards before it leaves our facility. Our dedication to excellence has made us a preferred choice among enthusiasts and professionals alike, and we take pride in being a part of our customers' automotive journeys.
Choosing the right clutch is a critical decision that can significantly impact the performance and reliability of your vehicle. With the SBC SD1-2171R-12 Clutch Kit, you are investing in a product that is backed by years of engineering expertise and a commitment to quality that is unmatched in the industry. Whether you are looking for a clutch that can handle the rigors of daily driving or one that can withstand the demands of racing, South Bend Clutch has you covered.
Moreover, our extensive network of dealers ensures that no matter where you are, a South Bend Clutch solution is never far away. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist with selecting the right clutch for your specific application, ensuring that you get the most out of your investment. With South Bend Clutch, you are not just purchasing a high-quality product; you are becoming part of a community of automotive enthusiasts who demand the best.
In addition to offering superior products, South Bend Clutch is committed to providing exceptional customer service. From the moment you consider a South Bend Clutch product, through the purchasing process, and beyond, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Our goal is to ensure that your experience with South Bend Clutch exceeds your expectations, and that you feel confident and satisfied with your purchase.
In summary, the SBC SD1-2171R-12 Clutch Kit represents the pinnacle of clutch design and manufacturing. With a variety of materials, stages, and usage options available, there is a South Bend Clutch solution for every driver and every vehicle. Our commitment to quality, performance, and customer satisfaction ensures that when you choose South Bend Clutch, you are choosing the best.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989-1996 Mitsubishi Montero | Diesel | ![]() | 4WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1997-2001 Mitsubishi Montero Sport | Diesel | ![]() | 4WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1990-1994 Mitsubishi Mighty Max | Diesel | ![]() | 2WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1989 Dodge Raider | Diesel | ![]() | 4WD | - | Solid Mass |
| 1990-1991 Dodge Ram 50 | Diesel | ![]() | 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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