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SBC Clutch Kit for 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 5.9L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles
Sku: SD2-1009R-11
MPN: 1947-OR
Elevate your 2000-2005 Dodge 2500/3500 5.9L Diesel's performance with the South Bend Clutch Kit, tailored for NV4500, NV5600, and G56 transmissions. This Stage 2 kit offers variants to match your driving style, from daily to endurance, ensuring enhanced drivability and durability. Choose from Organic for smooth engagement or Organic/Feramic for superior heat resistance and torque capacity. Key features include a high-quality, full-face disc for reduced drivetrain shock, a diaphragm-style pressure plate for increased clamping force without extra pedal effort, and all necessary installation components. Note: Flywheel not included, allowing for customization. Ideal for towing, heavy hauling, and high torque applications, this clutch kit is your solution for reliability and performance.
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South Bend Clutch is renowned for its dedication to quality and innovation in the clutch industry, offering a broad spectrum of clutch kits and components that cater to a wide range of vehicles and driving demands. The SBC Clutch Kit for the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 5.9L Diesel, which also fits other vehicles, is a testament to this commitment. This product is designed to enhance the driving and performance experience for diesel truck owners who demand reliability and durability from their clutch system.
This clutch kit is engineered to serve the unique needs of the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 and 3500 5.9L Diesel trucks, specifically tailored for vehicles equipped with the NV4500, NV5600, and G56 transmission systems. The comprehensive understanding of the demands placed on diesel truck clutches, especially those utilized in towing, heavy hauling, and high torque applications, has guided the development of this clutch kit. The focus is on providing a product that not only meets but exceeds the original equipment manufacturer's specifications in terms of performance and longevity.
The clutch kit comes in several variants to cater to a range of driving habits and vehicle uses—from daily driving to more endurance-focused applications. Each variant is designed with a specific set of features to optimize the vehicle's performance according to the driver's needs. For instance, the Organic / Stage 2 / Daily variant is perfect for drivers looking for an upgrade from the OEM clutch, offering improved drivability without sacrificing comfort. On the other hand, the Organic/Feramic / Stage 2 / Endurance option is ideal for those who subject their trucks to more rigorous conditions, providing enhanced durability and higher torque capacity.
The South Bend Clutch Kit is characterized by several key features that distinguish it from competitors:
- A choice between Organic, for smoother engagement and reliable performance under normal driving conditions, and Organic/Feramic, for higher heat resistance and durability under more demanding conditions.
- Stage 2 rating, indicating a moderate increase over stock in holding capacity, making it suitable for trucks with mild performance upgrades.
- The inclusion of a high-quality, sprung hub full-face disc, designed to reduce drivetrain shock and allow for smoother engagement.
- A diaphragm-style pressure plate that has been modified for higher clamping force without a significant increase in pedal effort.
- Comprehensive kits that include all necessary components for installation, such as the throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of durable steel, ensuring a hassle-free installation process.
Notably, these kits do not include a flywheel, allowing drivers to choose a flywheel that best suits their specific needs and preferences. This flexibility in customization is a hallmark of South Bend Clutch's approach to providing tailored solutions for their customers.
For drivers and enthusiasts who prioritize finding a reliable, high-performance clutch solution, locating South Bend Clutch dealers is made easy through an extensive network of authorized dealers. This accessibility ensures that customers can easily find and receive the support they need, whether they're looking for a new clutch kit or need expert advice on the best setup for their vehicle.
In the realm of diesel truck performance, the transmission system, and particularly the clutch, plays a pivotal role in the vehicle's overall performance and reliability. Understanding this, South Bend Clutch has invested significantly in research and development to produce clutch kits that not only meet the stringent demands of diesel truck driving but also offer enhancements in terms of performance, durability, and driver satisfaction. The SBC Clutch Kit for the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 5.9L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles exemplifies this commitment, offering a balance between performance and practicality that is hard to find elsewhere.
Whether you're towing heavy loads, navigating challenging terrain, or simply seeking a more responsive and reliable clutch system for your daily drive, this South Bend Clutch Kit offers a compelling solution. Its combination of high-quality materials, innovative design, and comprehensive kit contents ensures that you're investing in a product that will serve you well for many miles to come. With South Bend Clutch, drivers gain not just a product but a partnership with a company that is deeply invested in their satisfaction and success on the road.
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 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.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Dodge 2500 5.9L | Diesel |  | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 2000 Dodge 3500 5.9L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
South Bend Clutch is renowned for its dedication to quality and innovation in the clutch industry, offering a broad spectrum of clutch kits and components that cater to a wide range of vehicles and driving demands. The SBC Clutch Kit for the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 5.9L Diesel, which also fits other vehicles, is a testament to this commitment. This product is designed to enhance the driving and performance experience for diesel truck owners who demand reliability and durability from their clutch system.
This clutch kit is engineered to serve the unique needs of the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 and 3500 5.9L Diesel trucks, specifically tailored for vehicles equipped with the NV4500, NV5600, and G56 transmission systems. The comprehensive understanding of the demands placed on diesel truck clutches, especially those utilized in towing, heavy hauling, and high torque applications, has guided the development of this clutch kit. The focus is on providing a product that not only meets but exceeds the original equipment manufacturer's specifications in terms of performance and longevity.
The clutch kit comes in several variants to cater to a range of driving habits and vehicle uses—from daily driving to more endurance-focused applications. Each variant is designed with a specific set of features to optimize the vehicle's performance according to the driver's needs. For instance, the Organic / Stage 2 / Daily variant is perfect for drivers looking for an upgrade from the OEM clutch, offering improved drivability without sacrificing comfort. On the other hand, the Organic/Feramic / Stage 2 / Endurance option is ideal for those who subject their trucks to more rigorous conditions, providing enhanced durability and higher torque capacity.
The South Bend Clutch Kit is characterized by several key features that distinguish it from competitors:
- A choice between Organic, for smoother engagement and reliable performance under normal driving conditions, and Organic/Feramic, for higher heat resistance and durability under more demanding conditions.
- Stage 2 rating, indicating a moderate increase over stock in holding capacity, making it suitable for trucks with mild performance upgrades.
- The inclusion of a high-quality, sprung hub full-face disc, designed to reduce drivetrain shock and allow for smoother engagement.
- A diaphragm-style pressure plate that has been modified for higher clamping force without a significant increase in pedal effort.
- Comprehensive kits that include all necessary components for installation, such as the throw-out bearing, alignment tool, and pilot bushing made of durable steel, ensuring a hassle-free installation process.
Notably, these kits do not include a flywheel, allowing drivers to choose a flywheel that best suits their specific needs and preferences. This flexibility in customization is a hallmark of South Bend Clutch's approach to providing tailored solutions for their customers.
For drivers and enthusiasts who prioritize finding a reliable, high-performance clutch solution, locating South Bend Clutch dealers is made easy through an extensive network of authorized dealers. This accessibility ensures that customers can easily find and receive the support they need, whether they're looking for a new clutch kit or need expert advice on the best setup for their vehicle.
In the realm of diesel truck performance, the transmission system, and particularly the clutch, plays a pivotal role in the vehicle's overall performance and reliability. Understanding this, South Bend Clutch has invested significantly in research and development to produce clutch kits that not only meet the stringent demands of diesel truck driving but also offer enhancements in terms of performance, durability, and driver satisfaction. The SBC Clutch Kit for the 2000-2005 Dodge 2500 5.9L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles exemplifies this commitment, offering a balance between performance and practicality that is hard to find elsewhere.
Whether you're towing heavy loads, navigating challenging terrain, or simply seeking a more responsive and reliable clutch system for your daily drive, this South Bend Clutch Kit offers a compelling solution. Its combination of high-quality materials, innovative design, and comprehensive kit contents ensures that you're investing in a product that will serve you well for many miles to come. With South Bend Clutch, drivers gain not just a product but a partnership with a company that is deeply invested in their satisfaction and success on the road.
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 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.
| Vehicle | Fuel Type | Manual Prevalence | Drivetrain | Transmission Type Used | OEM Flywheel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Dodge 2500 5.9L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | Solid Mass |
| 2000 Dodge 3500 5.9L | Diesel | | 4WD | NV4500 | 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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