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SBC Clutch Kit for 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500 6.5L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: SD1-1001R-11
MPN: K04154R
Elevate your driving experience with South Bend Clutch's premium clutch kit, designed specifically for the 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500 6.5L Diesel and compatible vehicles. Whether for daily driving or sporty performance, our carefully engineered clutch kits cater to your unique needs. Choose from our Organic Stage 1 for enhanced durability and smoother performance, or our Kevlar Stage 2 for superior heat resistance and longevity under harsh conditions. This kit includes a clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and steel pilot bushing, ensuring a complete upgrade for your vehicle's clutch system. Note: Flywheel not included. Trust South Bend Clutch for unparalleled performance, durability, and reliability for your diesel truck.
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South Bend Clutch, a leader in the clutch manufacturing industry, takes pride in offering premium clutch solutions for a wide range of automotive applications. Our commitment to innovation, durability, and performance is evident in the SBC Clutch Kit designed for the 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500 6.5L Diesel, among other vehicles. This clutch kit is engineered to enhance the driving experience for diesel truck owners, offering a blend of reliability and performance that South Bend Clutch customers have come to expect.
The clutch kit is specifically designed to fit vehicles equipped with the NV4500 transmission, a common setup in the diesel truck segment. This includes not only the Chevrolet C2500 and C3500 models from 1996 to 2000 but also extends to the Chevrolet K2500 and K3500, as well as their GMC counterparts. Our clutch kits are tailored to both 2WD and 4WD configurations, ensuring a wide range of diesel trucks can benefit from our advanced clutch technology.
At South Bend Clutch, we understand the unique demands diesel engines place on clutch systems. Diesel engines, known for their high torque output, require clutches that can withstand significant stress without compromising performance. Our clutch kits are designed with this in mind, featuring components that are optimized for the high torque characteristics of diesel engines. The 26 input spline and 1.13 input shaft diameter are precisely matched to the NV4500 transmission, ensuring a seamless fit and optimal power transfer.
We offer our clutch kits in various configurations to cater to different driving needs and preferences. Whether you're looking for an upgrade for daily driving or require a more robust solution for sporty performance, South Bend Clutch has an option for you. The Organic / Stage 1 / Daily variant is perfect for drivers seeking a reliable upgrade from the OEM clutch, offering enhanced durability and a smoother driving experience without sacrificing comfort. On the other hand, the Kevlar / Stage 2 / Sport variant is suited for those who demand more from their trucks, whether it's for towing, hauling, or spirited driving. The Kevlar friction material provides exceptional heat resistance and longevity, even under harsh conditions.
Our clutch kits not only include the clutch disc and pressure plate but also come with a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of steel. These components are crucial for a complete overhaul, ensuring every part of your clutch system is optimized for performance and longevity. However, it's important to note that our kits do not include a flywheel, allowing customers the flexibility to choose a flywheel that best suits their specific needs.
Choosing the right clutch is vital for maintaining the performance, reliability, and enjoyment of your diesel truck. With South Bend Clutch, you're not just purchasing a clutch kit; you're investing in a product backed by decades of expertise and a commitment to quality. Our clutches are designed and assembled with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring each component meets our high standards. This dedication to excellence has made South Bend Clutch a preferred choice among truck owners and enthusiasts who demand the best.
In addition to providing top-quality products, South Bend Clutch is dedicated to customer satisfaction. Our knowledgeable team is always ready to assist with product selection, installation advice, and after-sales support. We understand the importance of finding the right clutch for your vehicle and driving needs, and we're here to help every step of the way. Whether you're upgrading from a stock clutch or replacing a worn-out system, South Bend Clutch offers a solution that combines performance, durability, and value.
Our network of South Bend Clutch dealers makes it easy to find and purchase our products. With dealers located across the country, you're never far from obtaining a South Bend Clutch kit that will transform your driving experience. Each dealer is carefully selected to ensure they meet our standards for customer service and product knowledge, so you can trust you're in good hands when purchasing a South Bend Clutch product.
In summary, the SBC Clutch Kit for the 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500 6.5L Diesel and other compatible vehicles is a testament to South Bend Clutch's commitment to excellence. Whether you're looking for improved reliability for daily driving or enhanced performance for more demanding applications, our clutch kits offer the perfect solution. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, South Bend Clutch is your go-to source for all your clutch needs. Experience the difference a high-quality clutch can make in your diesel truck's performance and drivability with South Bend Clutch.
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.
Daily Clutch
The Daily clutch is tailored for everyday driving with a focus on comfort, smooth engagement, and longevity. Engineered for standard vehicles and mild performance builds, it offers a factory-like pedal feel while still providing slightly improved clamping force and heat resistance for light towing or minor modifications.
Perfect for daily drivers and light-duty vehicles, the Daily clutch balances performance and drivability, ensuring a comfortable experience in stop-and-go traffic. While not suited for extreme power handling, it is an excellent choice for drivers prioritizing reliability and ease of use.
The Daily clutch is tailored for everyday driving with a focus on comfort, smooth engagement, and longevity. Engineered for standard vehicles and mild performance builds, it offers a factory-like pedal feel while still providing slightly improved clamping force and heat resistance for light towing or minor modifications.
Perfect for daily drivers and light-duty vehicles, the Daily clutch balances performance and drivability, ensuring a comfortable experience in stop-and-go traffic. While not suited for extreme power handling, it is an excellent choice for drivers prioritizing reliability and ease of use.
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.
Modified Pressure Plate
A modified pressure plate is engineered to deliver increased clamping force, enhancing torque capacity and overall clutch performance. This upgraded design often features reinforced components, heavier diaphragm springs, or altered fulcrum points to provide superior grip on the clutch disc. Ideal for high-performance vehicles, heavy towing, and racing applications, a modified pressure plate ensures reliable power transfer under extreme loads.
While modified pressure plates offer enhanced power handling, they often result in a stiffer clutch pedal feel due to the increased spring pressure. This trade-off is generally acceptable for performance-focused applications where power capacity is prioritized over everyday comfort.
A modified pressure plate is engineered to deliver increased clamping force, enhancing torque capacity and overall clutch performance. This upgraded design often features reinforced components, heavier diaphragm springs, or altered fulcrum points to provide superior grip on the clutch disc. Ideal for high-performance vehicles, heavy towing, and racing applications, a modified pressure plate ensures reliable power transfer under extreme loads.
While modified pressure plates offer enhanced power handling, they often result in a stiffer clutch pedal feel due to the increased spring pressure. This trade-off is generally acceptable for performance-focused applications where power capacity is prioritized over everyday comfort.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500 6.5L | Diesel |  | 2WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 Chevrolet C3500 6.5L | Diesel | | 2WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 Chevrolet K2500 6.5L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 Chevrolet K3500 6.5L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 GMC C2500 6.5L | Diesel | | 2WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 GMC C3500 6.5L | Diesel | | 2WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 GMC K2500 6.5L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 GMC K3500 6.5L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
South Bend Clutch, a leader in the clutch manufacturing industry, takes pride in offering premium clutch solutions for a wide range of automotive applications. Our commitment to innovation, durability, and performance is evident in the SBC Clutch Kit designed for the 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500 6.5L Diesel, among other vehicles. This clutch kit is engineered to enhance the driving experience for diesel truck owners, offering a blend of reliability and performance that South Bend Clutch customers have come to expect.
The clutch kit is specifically designed to fit vehicles equipped with the NV4500 transmission, a common setup in the diesel truck segment. This includes not only the Chevrolet C2500 and C3500 models from 1996 to 2000 but also extends to the Chevrolet K2500 and K3500, as well as their GMC counterparts. Our clutch kits are tailored to both 2WD and 4WD configurations, ensuring a wide range of diesel trucks can benefit from our advanced clutch technology.
At South Bend Clutch, we understand the unique demands diesel engines place on clutch systems. Diesel engines, known for their high torque output, require clutches that can withstand significant stress without compromising performance. Our clutch kits are designed with this in mind, featuring components that are optimized for the high torque characteristics of diesel engines. The 26 input spline and 1.13 input shaft diameter are precisely matched to the NV4500 transmission, ensuring a seamless fit and optimal power transfer.
We offer our clutch kits in various configurations to cater to different driving needs and preferences. Whether you're looking for an upgrade for daily driving or require a more robust solution for sporty performance, South Bend Clutch has an option for you. The Organic / Stage 1 / Daily variant is perfect for drivers seeking a reliable upgrade from the OEM clutch, offering enhanced durability and a smoother driving experience without sacrificing comfort. On the other hand, the Kevlar / Stage 2 / Sport variant is suited for those who demand more from their trucks, whether it's for towing, hauling, or spirited driving. The Kevlar friction material provides exceptional heat resistance and longevity, even under harsh conditions.
Our clutch kits not only include the clutch disc and pressure plate but also come with a throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of steel. These components are crucial for a complete overhaul, ensuring every part of your clutch system is optimized for performance and longevity. However, it's important to note that our kits do not include a flywheel, allowing customers the flexibility to choose a flywheel that best suits their specific needs.
Choosing the right clutch is vital for maintaining the performance, reliability, and enjoyment of your diesel truck. With South Bend Clutch, you're not just purchasing a clutch kit; you're investing in a product backed by decades of expertise and a commitment to quality. Our clutches are designed and assembled with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring each component meets our high standards. This dedication to excellence has made South Bend Clutch a preferred choice among truck owners and enthusiasts who demand the best.
In addition to providing top-quality products, South Bend Clutch is dedicated to customer satisfaction. Our knowledgeable team is always ready to assist with product selection, installation advice, and after-sales support. We understand the importance of finding the right clutch for your vehicle and driving needs, and we're here to help every step of the way. Whether you're upgrading from a stock clutch or replacing a worn-out system, South Bend Clutch offers a solution that combines performance, durability, and value.
Our network of South Bend Clutch dealers makes it easy to find and purchase our products. With dealers located across the country, you're never far from obtaining a South Bend Clutch kit that will transform your driving experience. Each dealer is carefully selected to ensure they meet our standards for customer service and product knowledge, so you can trust you're in good hands when purchasing a South Bend Clutch product.
In summary, the SBC Clutch Kit for the 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500 6.5L Diesel and other compatible vehicles is a testament to South Bend Clutch's commitment to excellence. Whether you're looking for improved reliability for daily driving or enhanced performance for more demanding applications, our clutch kits offer the perfect solution. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, South Bend Clutch is your go-to source for all your clutch needs. Experience the difference a high-quality clutch can make in your diesel truck's performance and drivability with South Bend Clutch.
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.
Daily Clutch
The Daily clutch is tailored for everyday driving with a focus on comfort, smooth engagement, and longevity. Engineered for standard vehicles and mild performance builds, it offers a factory-like pedal feel while still providing slightly improved clamping force and heat resistance for light towing or minor modifications.
Perfect for daily drivers and light-duty vehicles, the Daily clutch balances performance and drivability, ensuring a comfortable experience in stop-and-go traffic. While not suited for extreme power handling, it is an excellent choice for drivers prioritizing reliability and ease of use.
The Daily clutch is tailored for everyday driving with a focus on comfort, smooth engagement, and longevity. Engineered for standard vehicles and mild performance builds, it offers a factory-like pedal feel while still providing slightly improved clamping force and heat resistance for light towing or minor modifications.
Perfect for daily drivers and light-duty vehicles, the Daily clutch balances performance and drivability, ensuring a comfortable experience in stop-and-go traffic. While not suited for extreme power handling, it is an excellent choice for drivers prioritizing reliability and ease of use.
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.
Modified Pressure Plate
A modified pressure plate is engineered to deliver increased clamping force, enhancing torque capacity and overall clutch performance. This upgraded design often features reinforced components, heavier diaphragm springs, or altered fulcrum points to provide superior grip on the clutch disc. Ideal for high-performance vehicles, heavy towing, and racing applications, a modified pressure plate ensures reliable power transfer under extreme loads.
While modified pressure plates offer enhanced power handling, they often result in a stiffer clutch pedal feel due to the increased spring pressure. This trade-off is generally acceptable for performance-focused applications where power capacity is prioritized over everyday comfort.
A modified pressure plate is engineered to deliver increased clamping force, enhancing torque capacity and overall clutch performance. This upgraded design often features reinforced components, heavier diaphragm springs, or altered fulcrum points to provide superior grip on the clutch disc. Ideal for high-performance vehicles, heavy towing, and racing applications, a modified pressure plate ensures reliable power transfer under extreme loads.
While modified pressure plates offer enhanced power handling, they often result in a stiffer clutch pedal feel due to the increased spring pressure. This trade-off is generally acceptable for performance-focused applications where power capacity is prioritized over everyday comfort.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500 6.5L | Diesel | | 2WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 Chevrolet C3500 6.5L | Diesel | | 2WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 Chevrolet K2500 6.5L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 Chevrolet K3500 6.5L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 GMC C2500 6.5L | Diesel | | 2WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 GMC C3500 6.5L | Diesel | | 2WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 GMC K2500 6.5L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 1996-2000 GMC K3500 6.5L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
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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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