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SBC Clutch Kit for 2003-2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4L Diesel

$615.19
SKU SD1-2196R-12
MPN K05099-HD
  • Regular price $615.19

Sku: SD1-2196R-12

MPN: K05099-HD



Experience unparalleled performance and durability with the South Bend Clutch SBC SD1-2196R-12 Clutch Kit. Designed for a variety of transmissions, including G56, NV4500, and NV5600, this kit is perfect for both daily drivers and performance enthusiasts. Featuring a Stage 1 Organic Full Face disc, it's engineered for those who demand reliability without compromising on quality. Whether you're navigating daily commutes or pushing your vehicle to the limits, this clutch kit offers the flexibility and durability needed to enhance your driving experience. Ideal for high-performance sports cars, sedans, trucks, and heavy-duty vehicles, it's the ultimate upgrade for superior driveability. Trust South Bend Clutch for a solution that combines innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.


$615.19
SKU SD1-2196R-12
MPN K05099-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Enhance your vehicle's performance with our precision-engineered clutches.
  • Experience smoother gear shifts and improved drivability.
  • Designed to withstand high torque and power applications.
  • Optimal durability for both street and track vehicles.
  • Direct-fit solutions for a hassle-free installation process.
  • Utilizes premium materials for maximum strength and longevity.
  • Significantly reduces the risk of clutch slippage.
  • Backed by a comprehensive warranty for peace of mind.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 2003-2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4L Diesel - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

$615.19

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At South Bend Clutch, we are dedicated to providing high-quality clutch systems that exceed the expectations and demands of our customers. Our SBC SD1-2196R-12 Clutch Kit is designed with the latest technology and materials to ensure superior performance, durability, and reliability. Whether you're a professional driver or a car enthusiast, this clutch kit is engineered to deliver the exceptional driving experience you desire.

Our clutch kits are designed for a wide range of applications, including the famed G56, NV4500, and NV5600 transmissions. As pioneers in the clutch industry, South Bend Clutch has a longstanding reputation for crafting clutches that not only meet but often exceed original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications. This commitment to excellence is evident in every product we offer, including the versatile SBC SD1-2196R-12 Clutch Kit.

What Sets Our Clutch Kits Apart

When choosing a clutch, it's crucial to consider several factors, including the type of driving you do, the performance you expect, and the durability you need. South Bend Clutch's approach to meeting these needs is comprehensive, ensuring that every clutch kit we produce offers:

  • Optimal Performance: Our clutches are designed to handle the rigors of high-performance driving, including racing, towing, and heavy-duty applications. Whether you're looking for a clutch that can withstand the intense demands of racing or one that provides smooth and reliable performance for daily driving, we have a solution that fits your needs.

  • Durability and Reliability: Using only the highest quality materials and manufacturing processes, South Bend Clutch kits are built to last. Our focus on durability means you can count on your clutch to perform day in and day out, minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.

  • Customization and Flexibility: With a variety of friction materials, such as Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar, and stages from Stage 1 to Stage 2, our clutch kits are designed to match your specific driving needs. Whether you're upgrading for performance, durability, or a balance of both, you can select the combination that best suits your vehicle and driving style.

  • Comprehensive Kits: Our clutch kits come with everything you need for a complete and hassle-free installation. Including throw-out bearings and alignment tools, our kits ensure that you have all the necessary components to achieve optimal performance and longevity from your clutch system.

Why Choose South Bend Clutch

  • Expertise and Experience: With years of experience in the clutch industry, South Bend Clutch has the expertise to design and manufacture clutches that meet the highest standards of performance and quality.

  • Innovative Solutions: We continually invest in research and development to ensure our products incorporate the latest in clutch technology and materials science.

  • Customer Support: Our knowledgeable team is here to provide support and guidance, from selecting the right clutch for your needs to assisting with installation questions.

  • Quality Assurance: Every South Bend Clutch product undergoes rigorous testing and quality control procedures to ensure it meets our strict standards for performance and durability.

Ideal Applications

Our clutch kits are suitable for a wide range of vehicles and applications, including but not limited to:

  • High-performance sports cars and sedans, such as the WRX, where precision and responsiveness are key.
  • Trucks and heavy-duty vehicles requiring robust clutches for towing and hauling, especially those equipped with G56, NV4500, and NV5600 transmissions.
  • Daily drivers where reliability and smooth engagement are essential for a comfortable driving experience.

The SBC SD1-2196R-12 Clutch Kit, available in Organic, Ceramic, and Kevlar friction materials, and various stages, offers the flexibility to choose the perfect setup for your vehicle and driving preferences. Whether you're pushing your car to its limits on the track or simply looking for a reliable upgrade for your daily commute, South Bend Clutch provides the quality, performance, and support you need to drive with confidence.

In an era where automotive performance and reliability are paramount, South Bend Clutch stands out as a leader in the clutch industry. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction ensures that when you choose a South Bend Clutch kit, you're not just buying a product; you're investing in a solution that will enhance your driving experience for years to come. Trust South Bend Clutch for all your clutch needs and join the ranks of satisfied customers who won't settle for anything less.

South Bend Clutch Organic Friction Material

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.

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.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

The sprung hub clutch is a versatile design focused on balancing performance with drivability. It features a series of dampening springs integrated into the hub, which help absorb vibrations and reduce shock during clutch engagement. This design is ideal for daily drivers, street performance vehicles, and light towing, where smooth gear changes and reduced drivetrain stress are essential.

By minimizing shock transfer, the sprung hub clutch prolongs the life of other drivetrain components, making it a reliable option for vehicles needing both comfort and moderate power handling. While slightly less direct in power transfer than a solid hub, it offers a superior driving experience for most street and light performance applications.

South Bend Clutch Full Face Disc Style

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.

South Bend Clutch 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.

South Bend Clutch Single Disc Clutch Kit

Single Disc

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

A single disc clutch is the most common and straightforward clutch design, featuring one friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. Known for its simplicity and reliability, it is ideal for standard vehicles, daily drivers, and light performance applications. Single disc clutches provide smooth engagement, making them perfect for casual driving and moderate power outputs.

While single disc clutches offer excellent drivability and cost-effectiveness, they have limited torque capacity compared to multi-disc setups. This design is best suited for vehicles with moderate horsepower levels where comfort, longevity, and ease of use are the primary concerns.

South Bend Clutch Stage 1 Clutch

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.

Visit the SBC Warranty Hub

Vehicle Fuel Type Manual Prevalence Drivetrain Transmission Type Used OEM Flywheel Type
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4LDiesel2WD-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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