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SBC Clutch Kit for 1992-2006 Dodge Viper 8.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles

$939.68
SKU SD2-2192R-78
MPN K05088-HD-DXD-B
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Sku: SD2-2192R-78

MPN: K05088-HD-DXD-B



Elevate your Dodge Viper's performance with the South Bend Clutch Kit, designed for the 1992-2006 Viper 8.0L Gas. Tailored for enthusiasts who demand excellence, our clutch kits offer precision engineering with ceramic, organic, or hybrid friction materials to match your driving style. Whether it's for daily driving or competitive racing, we provide options for extreme durability, smoother engagement, and optimal performance. Each kit includes a high-performance pressure plate and clutch disc, ensuring efficient power transfer and reliability. Upgrade your Viper's drivetrain with South Bend Clutch for an unmatched driving experience. Experience enhanced performance and durability, all while maintaining drivability. Choose South Bend Clutch for innovation and quality that exceeds expectations.


$939.68
SKU SD2-2192R-78
MPN K05088-HD-DXD-B
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
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  • Engineered for seamless integration with manual transmissions.
  • Utilizes cutting-edge technology for enhanced performance.
  • Crafted from superior quality materials for long-lasting durability.
  • Designed to improve your vehicle's responsiveness and power.
  • Suitable for a wide range of automotive applications, from daily driving to racing.
  • Tested rigorously to ensure reliability under extreme conditions.
  • Offers smoother, more consistent clutch engagement.
  • Backed by expert support from South Bend Clutch technicians.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 1992-2006 Dodge Viper 8.0L Gas – Fits Other Vehicles - Ceramic / Stage 1 / Extreme

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South Bend Clutch is recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and performance in the automotive aftermarket industry. We specialize in manufacturing high-performance clutches that are designed to exceed the expectations of our customers, whether they are driving on the street or competing on the track. Our product range is extensive, catering to a wide variety of vehicles, including American Muscle, trucks, and imports. Among our esteemed lineup, the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 1992-2006 Dodge Viper 8.0L Gas stands out as a prime example of our dedication to excellence and innovation. This clutch kit is not only tailored for the iconic Dodge Viper but is also compatible with other vehicles, offering versatility and reliability that is second to none.

Our clutch kits are engineered with precision and utilize only the highest quality materials to ensure durability and optimal performance. The SBC Clutch Kit for the Dodge Viper is designed to handle the immense power and torque of the Viper's 8.0L V10 engine, providing a seamless and responsive driving experience. It's an ideal choice for Viper enthusiasts looking to upgrade their vehicle's drivetrain for enhanced performance and reliability.

Our clutch kits are meticulously designed to meet the needs of different driving styles and conditions. Whether you require a clutch for daily driving, drag racing, or endurance events, South Bend Clutch has a solution that will meet and exceed your expectations. The variants available for the Dodge Viper include options with ceramic, organic, and organic/ceramic friction materials, each offering unique benefits to cater to specific needs.

The ceramic option is ideal for drivers seeking maximum performance. It provides excellent heat resistance and durability, making it suitable for high horsepower applications and aggressive driving styles. The organic option, on the other hand, offers smoother engagement and is perfect for daily driving scenarios. It combines reliability with comfort, making it an excellent choice for those who use their Viper as a daily driver but still demand enhanced performance. The organic/ceramic combination brings the best of both worlds, offering durability and heat resistance while maintaining smoother engagement, making it suitable for endurance racing or drivers who demand high performance without sacrificing drivability.

Each clutch kit includes a high-performance pressure plate and a clutch disc. The pressure plate is engineered for high clamp loads, ensuring that the power from your engine is efficiently transferred to the drivetrain. The clutch disc is designed to match the pressure plate, providing optimal friction for power transfer and smooth engagement. Our clutch kits are also designed for longevity, reducing the need for frequent replacements and ensuring that your investment lasts.

Installation is made easier with the inclusion of an alignment tool, throw-out bearing, and pilot bushing in most kits. These components ensure that you have everything you need for a hassle-free installation process. By choosing South Bend Clutch, you're not only getting a high-quality product but also the peace of mind that comes with our extensive research and development process. Our clutches undergo rigorous testing to ensure they meet our high standards for performance and durability.

South Bend Clutch is not just a manufacturer; we are enthusiasts committed to the automotive community. Our dedication to quality and performance is evident in every product we produce. We understand the importance of reliability and performance, whether on the street or the track. That's why our clutch kits are designed to provide an unparalleled driving experience, improving the connection between you and your vehicle.

Choosing the right clutch kit is crucial for achieving the performance and reliability you desire. With South Bend Clutch, you can be confident in your choice. Our expertise in the industry, combined with our commitment to innovation, ensures that every clutch kit we offer is of the highest quality. Whether you're upgrading for performance, reliability, or both, South Bend Clutch has the solution you need.

Our network of authorized dealers and our knowledgeable customer service team are always ready to assist you in selecting the perfect clutch kit for your vehicle and driving needs. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and technical support, ensuring that you have the best possible experience with our products.

In summary, the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 1992-2006 Dodge Viper 8.0L Gas is more than just a replacement part; it's an upgrade that will transform the way you experience your vehicle. With options tailored to different driving demands and styles, every driver can find the perfect match for their needs. Experience the difference in performance and reliability with South Bend Clutch, where our passion for automotive excellence drives us to constantly innovate and improve. Drive with confidence, knowing that you have the best in the business behind you.

South Bend Clutch Ceramic Friction Material

Ceramic Friction Material

Ceramic clutch material is engineered for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where heat resistance and torque capacity are critical. Constructed using ceramic-based compounds, these clutch discs offer superior friction and power transfer, making them ideal for demanding situations such as performance racing, competitive off-roading, and heavy towing. Ceramic material excels in preventing clutch fade under extreme heat and stress.

While ceramic clutches deliver unmatched torque handling, they tend to have a more aggressive engagement, which can lead to a slightly harsher feel during gear shifts. This makes them better suited for experienced drivers and performance vehicles rather than casual everyday driving where smooth engagement is preferred.

South Bend Clutch Ceramic Friction Material

Ceramic clutch material is engineered for high-performance and heavy-duty applications where heat resistance and torque capacity are critical. Constructed using ceramic-based compounds, these clutch discs offer superior friction and power transfer, making them ideal for demanding situations such as performance racing, competitive off-roading, and heavy towing. Ceramic material excels in preventing clutch fade under extreme heat and stress.

While ceramic clutches deliver unmatched torque handling, they tend to have a more aggressive engagement, which can lead to a slightly harsher feel during gear shifts. This makes them better suited for experienced drivers and performance vehicles rather than casual everyday driving where smooth engagement is preferred.

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 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 2 Clutch

Stage 2 Clutch

A Stage 2 clutch offers a significant performance boost compared to stock and Stage 1 setups. Designed with stronger friction materials like Kevlar or ceramic, it provides higher torque capacity and heat resistance. This stage is ideal for moderately modified vehicles, including turbocharged setups, nitrous systems, and track-ready builds needing enhanced grip and reduced slippage.

Although it offers increased power handling, Stage 2 clutches can introduce a slightly stiffer pedal feel and more aggressive engagement than Stage 1, making them better suited for drivers prioritizing performance while still requiring reasonable street drivability.

A Stage 2 clutch offers a significant performance boost compared to stock and Stage 1 setups. Designed with stronger friction materials like Kevlar or ceramic, it provides higher torque capacity and heat resistance. This stage is ideal for moderately modified vehicles, including turbocharged setups, nitrous systems, and track-ready builds needing enhanced grip and reduced slippage.

Although it offers increased power handling, Stage 2 clutches can introduce a slightly stiffer pedal feel and more aggressive engagement than Stage 1, making them better suited for drivers prioritizing performance while still requiring reasonable street drivability.

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
1992 Dodge Viper 8.0LGas2WDTREMEC T56Solid Mass
2003 Dodge Viper 8.3LGas2WDTREMEC T56Solid 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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