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SBC Clutch Kit for 1993-1997 Ford Ranger 4.0L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: SD1-2286R-12
MPN: K07096-HD
Elevate your driving experience with the South Bend Clutch SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit, tailored for gas vehicles seeking unmatched performance and reliability. This Stage 1 kit, available in Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials, caters to a variety of driving needs from Daily Plus to Extreme conditions. Designed for single-disc systems with a full-face disc style, it ensures smooth engagement and optimal power transmission. Ideal for both daily driving and sport applications, this clutch kit does not include a flywheel, focusing on enhancing your vehicle's performance. Choose South Bend Clutch for a superior driving experience, backed by our commitment to quality and innovation.
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South Bend Clutch, a leader in the automotive aftermarket clutch industry, proudly introduces the SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit, designed to meet the rigorous demands of gas vehicles. This product is a testament to our commitment to quality, performance, and reliability. South Bend Clutch has been at the forefront of manufacturing state-of-the-art clutch systems that provide solutions to the diverse needs of our customers. Whether you're looking to enhance your vehicle's performance for daily driving or you require a more robust solution for extreme conditions, the SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit is engineered to exceed expectations.
Our clutch kits are designed with precision and utilize the latest technology to ensure they offer the performance and durability that our customers have come to expect from South Bend Clutch. The clutch kit includes a variety of features that make it stand out in the competitive market.
The SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit is versatile, offering options for different driving needs and preferences. With variants including Organic/Stage 1/Daily Plus, Ceramic/Stage 1/Extreme, Organic/Stage 2/Daily Plus, and Kevlar/Stage 2/Sport, we cater to a wide range of requirements, from daily driving to more demanding performance applications. Each variant is designed to offer optimal performance, durability, and reliability, ensuring that every driver can find the perfect match for their vehicle and driving style.
Organic Friction Material: For drivers looking for a clutch that offers smooth engagement and is ideal for daily driving, our organic friction material variants are the perfect choice. They provide a softer engagement compared to other materials, making them suitable for vehicles that are primarily used for street driving.
Ceramic Friction Material: For those who demand more from their vehicles, whether it's towing heavy loads or engaging in high-performance driving, our ceramic friction material variant offers higher heat resistance and improved durability. This material is ideal for extreme conditions where a stronger bite and higher friction coefficient are necessary.
Kevlar Friction Material: Offering a balance between the soft engagement of organic materials and the durability of ceramic, our Kevlar friction material variants are designed for sport driving and moderate performance applications. This material provides exceptional wear resistance and longevity.
Each clutch kit variant is thoughtfully engineered with specific driving conditions in mind, allowing for customization based on individual needs and vehicle specifications. South Bend Clutch understands the importance of a reliable and high-performing clutch system, which is why each component in the SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit is manufactured to the highest standards.
Single Disc Clutch System: Our clutch kits feature a single disc system, optimized for balancing drivability and performance. This design is suitable for a wide range of applications, providing a good compromise between holding power and ease of use.
Full Face Disc Style: The full face disc style enhances the contact area with the flywheel, providing improved grip and power transmission. This design is favorable for both daily driving and moderate performance use, ensuring smooth engagement and reliable performance.
Sprung Hub Design: To reduce drivetrain shock and ensure smoother engagement, our clutches feature a sprung hub design. This is particularly beneficial in reducing gear rattle and providing a more comfortable driving experience.
Diaphragm Pressure Plate Style: The use of a diaphragm-style pressure plate in our clutch kits allows for a lighter pedal effort compared to traditional lever-style pressure plates. This results in improved driver comfort without sacrificing the performance characteristics of the clutch.
Every clutch kit from South Bend Clutch includes essential components such as the throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing. These inclusions ensure that you have everything needed for a successful installation. The pilot bushing material is made from steel, providing durability and reliability.
South Bend Clutch is not just about manufacturing high-quality clutch systems; we are also committed to providing exceptional customer service. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist with any questions or concerns, ensuring that you find the perfect clutch solution for your vehicle. Moreover, our extensive network of dealers makes it easy to find a South Bend Clutch product no matter where you are.
Choosing a South Bend Clutch product means investing in a clutch system that is designed to perform and built to last. Whether you're driving a car equipped with a G56, NV4500, or NV5600 transmission, looking for a clutch for your WRX, or in need of a stage 2 upgrade, South Bend Clutch has a solution to meet your needs. Our clutch kits are developed with the utmost attention to detail, utilizing high-quality materials and cutting-edge manufacturing techniques to ensure superior performance and reliability.
In addition to our commitment to quality, South Bend Clutch is dedicated to innovation. We continuously research and develop new technologies to enhance the performance and durability of our clutch systems. This commitment to innovation ensures that South Bend Clutch remains a leader in the clutch industry, providing products that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
Whether you're a professional racer, a towing enthusiast, or simply someone who demands the best from their vehicle, the SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit offers the performance, reliability, and quality you need. Trust South Bend Clutch for all your clutch system needs and experience the difference that a high-quality clutch can make in your vehicle's performance.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 Ford Ranger 4.0L | Diesel |  | 2WD | M5OD-R1 | Solid Mass |
| 1994 Mazda B4000 4.0L | Diesel |  | 4WD | M5OD-R1 | Solid Mass |
| 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0L | Diesel |  | 4WD | M5OD-R1 | Solid Mass |
| 1992 Mazda Navajo 4.0L | Diesel | | 4WD | M5OD-R1 | Solid Mass |
South Bend Clutch, a leader in the automotive aftermarket clutch industry, proudly introduces the SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit, designed to meet the rigorous demands of gas vehicles. This product is a testament to our commitment to quality, performance, and reliability. South Bend Clutch has been at the forefront of manufacturing state-of-the-art clutch systems that provide solutions to the diverse needs of our customers. Whether you're looking to enhance your vehicle's performance for daily driving or you require a more robust solution for extreme conditions, the SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit is engineered to exceed expectations.
Our clutch kits are designed with precision and utilize the latest technology to ensure they offer the performance and durability that our customers have come to expect from South Bend Clutch. The clutch kit includes a variety of features that make it stand out in the competitive market.
The SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit is versatile, offering options for different driving needs and preferences. With variants including Organic/Stage 1/Daily Plus, Ceramic/Stage 1/Extreme, Organic/Stage 2/Daily Plus, and Kevlar/Stage 2/Sport, we cater to a wide range of requirements, from daily driving to more demanding performance applications. Each variant is designed to offer optimal performance, durability, and reliability, ensuring that every driver can find the perfect match for their vehicle and driving style.
Organic Friction Material: For drivers looking for a clutch that offers smooth engagement and is ideal for daily driving, our organic friction material variants are the perfect choice. They provide a softer engagement compared to other materials, making them suitable for vehicles that are primarily used for street driving.
Ceramic Friction Material: For those who demand more from their vehicles, whether it's towing heavy loads or engaging in high-performance driving, our ceramic friction material variant offers higher heat resistance and improved durability. This material is ideal for extreme conditions where a stronger bite and higher friction coefficient are necessary.
Kevlar Friction Material: Offering a balance between the soft engagement of organic materials and the durability of ceramic, our Kevlar friction material variants are designed for sport driving and moderate performance applications. This material provides exceptional wear resistance and longevity.
Each clutch kit variant is thoughtfully engineered with specific driving conditions in mind, allowing for customization based on individual needs and vehicle specifications. South Bend Clutch understands the importance of a reliable and high-performing clutch system, which is why each component in the SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit is manufactured to the highest standards.
Single Disc Clutch System: Our clutch kits feature a single disc system, optimized for balancing drivability and performance. This design is suitable for a wide range of applications, providing a good compromise between holding power and ease of use.
Full Face Disc Style: The full face disc style enhances the contact area with the flywheel, providing improved grip and power transmission. This design is favorable for both daily driving and moderate performance use, ensuring smooth engagement and reliable performance.
Sprung Hub Design: To reduce drivetrain shock and ensure smoother engagement, our clutches feature a sprung hub design. This is particularly beneficial in reducing gear rattle and providing a more comfortable driving experience.
Diaphragm Pressure Plate Style: The use of a diaphragm-style pressure plate in our clutch kits allows for a lighter pedal effort compared to traditional lever-style pressure plates. This results in improved driver comfort without sacrificing the performance characteristics of the clutch.
Every clutch kit from South Bend Clutch includes essential components such as the throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing. These inclusions ensure that you have everything needed for a successful installation. The pilot bushing material is made from steel, providing durability and reliability.
South Bend Clutch is not just about manufacturing high-quality clutch systems; we are also committed to providing exceptional customer service. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to assist with any questions or concerns, ensuring that you find the perfect clutch solution for your vehicle. Moreover, our extensive network of dealers makes it easy to find a South Bend Clutch product no matter where you are.
Choosing a South Bend Clutch product means investing in a clutch system that is designed to perform and built to last. Whether you're driving a car equipped with a G56, NV4500, or NV5600 transmission, looking for a clutch for your WRX, or in need of a stage 2 upgrade, South Bend Clutch has a solution to meet your needs. Our clutch kits are developed with the utmost attention to detail, utilizing high-quality materials and cutting-edge manufacturing techniques to ensure superior performance and reliability.
In addition to our commitment to quality, South Bend Clutch is dedicated to innovation. We continuously research and develop new technologies to enhance the performance and durability of our clutch systems. This commitment to innovation ensures that South Bend Clutch remains a leader in the clutch industry, providing products that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
Whether you're a professional racer, a towing enthusiast, or simply someone who demands the best from their vehicle, the SBC SD1-2286R-12 Clutch Kit offers the performance, reliability, and quality you need. Trust South Bend Clutch for all your clutch system needs and experience the difference that a high-quality clutch can make in your vehicle's performance.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 Ford Ranger 4.0L | Diesel | | 2WD | M5OD-R1 | Solid Mass |
| 1994 Mazda B4000 4.0L | Diesel | | 4WD | M5OD-R1 | Solid Mass |
| 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0L | Diesel | | 4WD | M5OD-R1 | Solid Mass |
| 1992 Mazda Navajo 4.0L | Diesel | | 4WD | M5OD-R1 | 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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