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SBC Clutch Kit for 2004-2005 Volvo S60 2.5L GAS – Fits Other Vehicles

$1,016.96
SKU SD2-2507R-78
MPN K70401-01-HD-B
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Sku: SD2-2507R-78

MPN: K70401-01-HD-B



Elevate your 2004-2005 Volvo S60 2.5L GAS driving experience with South Bend Clutch's high-performance clutch kit. Tailored for precision and durability, our kit is designed to outperform OEM clutches, catering to enthusiasts seeking an upgrade. Available in Ceramic, Organic, and Organic/Ceramic blends, each variant is engineered for specific driving needs - from daily commuting to competitive racing. The Stage 2 kits are perfect for vehicles with increased torque, ensuring reliability without sacrificing drivability. Despite the high-performance upgrade, installation remains straightforward, mirroring OEM fitment for a hassle-free overhaul. Trust South Bend Clutch for unparalleled performance and quality, enhancing your driving pleasure and vehicle's capabilities.


$1,016.96
SKU SD2-2507R-78
MPN K70401-01-HD-B
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  • Experience seamless gear shifts with our precision-engineered clutches.
  • Upgrade to a higher torque capacity for improved vehicle performance.
  • Enjoy a smoother ride with our durable and reliable clutch kits.
  • Designed for easy installation, making it a great choice for DIYers.
  • Our clutches are tested rigorously to ensure peak performance under all conditions.
  • Benefit from our advanced friction technology that offers superior grip and longevity.
  • Suitable for a wide range of vehicles, from daily drivers to high-performance cars.
  • Backed by a trusted warranty, ensuring your investment is protected.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 2004-2005 Volvo S60 2.5L GAS – Fits Other Vehicles - Ceramic / Stage 2 / Extreme

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At South Bend Clutch, we are renowned for engineering high-performance clutch systems that are built to endure the demands of various driving conditions and applications. Our clutch kit for the 2004-2005 Volvo S60 2.5L GAS, which also fits other vehicles, is no exception. Designed with precision and utilizing top-of-the-line materials, this clutch kit is crafted to enhance the driving experience of European vehicle enthusiasts, particularly those seeking an upgrade from their OEM clutch system.

Our clutch kit is tailored for the Volvo S60 and V70 models from 2004 and 2005, with each component engineered to provide optimal performance in vehicles powered by a 2.5L gas engine and equipped with a dual mass flywheel. Understanding the unique requirements of these vehicles, we have developed a clutch system that not only matches but exceeds the performance of the original equipment, ensuring reliability and efficiency.

The available variants of our clutch kit offer options for different driving needs and preferences, from daily driving to more extreme conditions. Each variant is designed with specific features to cater to various performance requirements, whether it's for regular commuting, spirited road driving, or even competitive racing.

One of the key aspects that set South Bend Clutch apart is our commitment to quality and performance. Our clutch kits are engineered with the finest materials and designed to deliver a significant improvement over stock performance levels. The options available within this clutch kit range include Ceramic, Organic, and a blend of Organic/Ceramic friction materials, each offering distinct advantages depending on the application.

Ceramic friction material is known for its ability to handle higher heat and more abuse than organic materials, making it ideal for high-performance and racing applications. On the other hand, Organic friction material offers smoother engagement and is more suited for daily driving conditions. The Organic/Ceramic blend strikes a balance between performance and drivability, offering enhanced durability over purely organic materials while still maintaining a level of comfort for everyday use.

Each variant of our clutch kit is designed to address the unique demands of driving enthusiasts. The Stage 2 clutch kits are tailored for vehicles that have surpassed the stock power levels and require a clutch that can handle increased torque without compromising on drivability. Whether you're upgrading for performance, reliability, or both, our clutch kits provide a solution that meets and exceeds the expectations of Volvo owners.

In addition to the performance benefits, our clutch kits are designed for a straightforward installation process, mirroring OEM fitment standards. This ensures that vehicle owners can achieve a high-performance upgrade without the need for extensive modifications. Each kit includes the necessary components for a complete overhaul, including a throw-out bearing, an alignment tool, and a pilot bushing made from durable steel. This comprehensive package ensures that you have everything needed for a successful installation.

Choosing South Bend Clutch means investing in a product that has been meticulously developed and tested to provide outstanding performance and reliability. With decades of experience and a passion for automotive excellence, South Bend Clutch has established itself as a leader in the clutch market. Our products are trusted by professionals and enthusiasts alike, thanks to our unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Whether you're tackling the daily commute, embarking on spirited driving adventures, or pushing the limits on the track, our clutch kit for the 2004-2005 Volvo S60 2.5L GAS and other compatible vehicles ensures that your car is equipped to handle the demands of any situation. With South Bend Clutch, you're not just upgrading your vehicle's performance; you're also enhancing your driving experience with a product that represents the pinnacle of clutch technology.

In addition to our cutting-edge products, South Bend Clutch prides itself on providing exceptional customer service and support. Our knowledgeable team is always on hand to assist with product selection, installation advice, and any other inquiries you may have. When you choose South Bend Clutch, you're not just purchasing a product; you're becoming part of a community that shares your passion for automotive excellence.

Embrace the full potential of your Volvo with a South Bend Clutch kit designed to elevate your driving experience to new heights. Experience the difference that precision engineering, superior materials, and a commitment to performance can make in your vehicle. Trust South Bend Clutch to deliver unmatched quality and reliability, ensuring that your car is ready to meet the challenges of the road ahead.

South Bend Clutch Ceramic Friction Material

Ceramic Friction Material

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

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

South Bend Clutch Ceramic Friction Material

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

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

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

Sprung Hub Style

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

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

South Bend Clutch Sprung Hub Style

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

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

South Bend Clutch 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 2 Clutch

Stage 2 Clutch

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

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

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

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

Warranty Coverage

South Bend Clutch, Inc. warrants that our clutches are free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and service. Our warranty provides coverage for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the date of installation.

The obligation of South Bend Clutch, Inc. under this warranty is limited to repair, replacement, or credit at our discretion for any product found to be defective. We will not be liable for losses, damages, or injury to persons or property resulting from misuse or improper installation of any part subject to this warranty.

*** WE DO NOT COVER LABOR, NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE ***

 

 

Warranty Registration

To activate your warranty coverage, you must register your clutch through our online Warranty Hub within 30 days of purchase.

What You'll Need to Register:

  • Proof of purchase (receipt or invoice showing purchase date and price paid)
  • Vehicle information (year, make, model, VIN)
  • Current odometer reading at time of installation
  • Installer information (shop name, address, phone number)
  • Part number of your South Bend Clutch product

Click here to Register Your Warranty

After registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with your warranty certificate number. You can check your warranty status anytime at warranty.southbendclutch.com/lookup.

Filing a Warranty Claim

If you experience an issue with your clutch during the warranty period, you can submit a claim through our Warranty Hub.

Claim Submission Requirements:

  • Your warranty certificate number or the email used during registration
  • Current odometer reading
  • Description of the issue you're experiencing
  • Photos of the affected parts (pressure plate, disc, flywheel)
  • Photos showing the condition of related components

Our warranty team will review your claim and may request additional information or photos. South Bend Clutch, Inc. reserves the right to examine all parts returned for warranty claims to determine whether the failure was due to a defect in material or workmanship.

Warranty Conditions

The Limited Warranty will NOT be valid under the following conditions:

  • The product is NOT registered within thirty (30) days of purchase
  • The product was purchased below our MAP price (see Pricing Policy below)
  • The clutch was not installed by a certified or professional mechanic
  • The flywheel was not replaced with new or properly resurfaced to specification
  • The clutch has been altered, improperly installed, or damaged by accident, negligence, or misuse
  • The transmission has failed or shows excessive wear
  • The product is used for high performance and/or racing purposes for which it was not originally engineered

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE – Coverage applies only to the original purchaser and vehicle.

Pricing Policy

We encourage you to shop around when buying our parts, but we do not allow discounts or price matching below our MAP prices (3% below our published retail price).

Important: Purchases made below MAP price are not eligible for warranty coverage. Your proof of purchase must show a qualifying purchase price.

Return Policy

No returned product for warranty, repair, or replacement will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.

To Obtain an RMA:

  • If you purchased from an authorized dealer, contact them first to initiate the return process
  • If you purchased directly from South Bend Clutch, call our warranty department at 1-800-988-4345

Once your claim is approved, you will receive an RMA number with shipping instructions for returning the defective parts.

Questions?

For warranty inquiries, contact our warranty department at warranty@southbendclutch.com or call 1-800-988-4345.

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Vehicle Fuel Type Manual Prevalence Drivetrain Transmission Type Used OEM Flywheel Type
2004 Volvo S60 2.5LGASAWD-Dual Mass
2005 Volvo S60 2.5LGASAWD-Dual Mass
2004 Volvo V70 2.5LGASAWD-Dual Mass
2005 Volvo V70 2.5LGASAWD-Dual 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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