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SBC Clutch Kit for 2005-2007 Cadillac CTS 3.6L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles

$948.27
SKU SD1-2130R-12
MPN K04245-HD
  • Regular price $948.27

Sku: SD1-2130R-12

MPN: K04245-HD



Upgrade your vehicle's performance with the South Bend Clutch SBC SD1-2130R-12 Clutch Kit. Tailored for both daily drives and moderate performance enhancements, this kit offers Stage 1 and Stage 2 options with organic, ceramic, or Kevlar friction materials to match your driving needs. Whether you prefer smooth engagement or require high torque capacity for aggressive driving, our clutch kits are engineered for superior durability and reliability. Each kit includes a high-quality clutch disc, pressure plate, throw-out bearing, and alignment tool for precise installation. Choose the right variant for your driving style and vehicle's power level, and experience the difference in performance and driveability. South Bend Clutch delivers on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, ensuring your vehicle operates at its peak.


$948.27
SKU SD1-2130R-12
MPN K04245-HD
12,000 Mile | 12 Month Warranty
100% Premium Components
Industry Leading Support

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  • Designed to enhance your driving experience with smoother shifts.
  • Increases torque capacity for high-performance vehicles.
  • Customizable options to match your specific automotive needs.
  • Direct fit replacement for easy installation.
  • Engineered to reduce clutch fade for longevity.
  • Provides superior performance in both street and track conditions.
  • Crafted with attention to detail for unparalleled quality.
  • Supports a wide range of vehicles, from classic to contemporary models.

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SBC Clutch Kit for 2005-2007 Cadillac CTS 3.6L Diesel – Fits Other Vehicles - Organic / Stage 1 / Daily Plus

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At South Bend Clutch, we understand the critical role that a reliable clutch plays in the performance and longevity of your vehicle. Our commitment to quality and innovation is evident in every product we offer, including the SBC SD1-2130R-12 Clutch Kit. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of both daily driving and moderate performance upgrades, this clutch kit embodies the expertise and craftsmanship that South Bend Clutch is known for.

Performance and Reliability

Our clutch kits are engineered with the highest quality materials to ensure superior performance and durability. The SBC SD1-2130R-12 Clutch Kit features variants with different friction materials such as organic, ceramic, and Kevlar, each selected for its unique properties to suit your specific driving needs. Whether you're commuting daily or engaging in spirited driving, there's a variant that matches your requirements.

Organic Variants

Designed for smooth engagement and reliability, our organic variants are perfect for vehicles that are used for daily driving with occasional spirited use. The organic friction material offers a soft pedal feel and long life, making it an ideal choice for those who prioritize comfort and durability.

Ceramic Variants

For those who demand a bit more from their vehicle, our ceramic variants offer increased holding power without sacrificing driveability. Ceramic friction material is known for its heat resistance, making it an excellent choice for vehicles with performance upgrades that may generate more heat during operation.

Kevlar Variants

Kevlar variants are designed for drivers who push their vehicles to the limit. With its exceptional strength and durability, Kevlar provides a higher tolerance to abuse, making it suitable for more aggressive driving styles and higher performance applications.

Stage 1 and Stage 2 Options

The SBC SD1-2130R-12 Clutch Kit offers Stage 1 and Stage 2 options to cater to a wide range of power levels and driving conditions. Stage 1 variants are engineered for vehicles with minor modifications, providing a balance between performance and daily driveability. Stage 2 variants, on the other hand, are tailored for vehicles with more significant performance upgrades, offering enhanced torque capacity and resilience under harsher conditions.

Clutch Disc Styles

Our clutch kits come with different disc styles: full face for a smoother engagement and 6-paddle for improved heat dissipation and higher torque capacity. The choice of disc style allows you to tailor the clutch’s performance to your vehicle’s specific needs and your driving preferences.

Comprehensive Kit Contents

South Bend Clutch kits are designed to provide a complete solution for your clutch replacement needs. Each kit includes:

  • A high-quality clutch disc and pressure plate
  • A throw-out bearing for smooth operation
  • An alignment tool for precise installation

Some variants also offer additional components, ensuring that you have everything needed for a successful installation. Although flywheels are not included, our kits are compatible with a wide range of OEM and aftermarket options, allowing for further customization of your drivetrain setup.

Why Choose South Bend Clutch

South Bend Clutch is dedicated to providing the automotive community with clutch systems that exceed expectations in performance, durability, and value. Our Indiana-based facility utilizes state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques and rigorous testing standards to ensure every product meets our high-quality benchmarks. With a wide network of dealers, finding a South Bend Clutch product near you is easy and convenient.

Whether you drive a vehicle equipped with a G56, NV4500, or NV5600 transmission, or if you're looking to upgrade the clutch in your WRX, our extensive product range has you covered. Our clutch kits are not just replacements; they are enhancements to your vehicle's performance and reliability. By choosing a South Bend Clutch kit, you're investing in a product developed by a team of enthusiasts who understand the demands of both daily driving and performance applications.

Expert Support and Warranty

At South Bend Clutch, we stand behind our products with expert customer support and a comprehensive warranty. Our team is ready to assist with product selection, installation advice, and any questions you may have. This commitment to customer satisfaction ensures that you can choose South Bend Clutch products with confidence, knowing that you have the support of a leader in the industry.

Conclusion

The SBC SD1-2130R-12 Clutch Kit represents the culmination of our dedication to quality, performance, and customer satisfaction. With options to suit a variety of driving needs and preferences, it offers the reliability and performance South Bend Clutch is known for. Whether you're upgrading for enhanced performance or replacing a worn clutch, this kit provides everything needed for a successful transformation of your vehicle's drivetrain. Trust South Bend Clutch for your next clutch system upgrade and experience the difference quality makes.

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.

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Vehicle Fuel Type Manual Prevalence Drivetrain Transmission Type Used OEM Flywheel Type
2005-2007 Cadillac CTS 3.6LDiesel2WD-Solid Mass
2005-2007 Cadillac CTS 2.8LDiesel2WD-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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