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SBC Clutch Kit for 2008-2013 BMW M3 4.0L GAS
Sku: SD2-2547R-78
MPN: K70605-HD-DXD-B
Elevate your 2008-2013 BMW M3's performance with South Bend Clutch's premium clutch kits. Whether you're on the track or the street, our kits are designed for unparalleled performance and durability. Choose from Ceramic Stage 1 for extreme use, Organic Stage 2 for a perfect daily drive with enhanced performance, or Organic/Ceramic Stage 2 for endurance and longevity. Each kit offers optimal performance, heat resistance, and smooth engagement tailored to your driving needs. Engineered for a direct fit, these kits make upgrading straightforward, ensuring your M3 handles the power it's capable of. Upgrade to a South Bend Clutch kit today and experience the difference in your BMW M3's driving dynamics.
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SBC Clutch Kit for 2008-2013 BMW M3 4.0L GAS - Ceramic / Stage 1 / Extreme
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The 2008-2013 BMW M3, with its potent 4.0L V8 engine and rear-wheel drive, demands a clutch that can handle its substantial power outputs. The TREMEC T5 transmission paired with the OEM Dual Mass Flywheel in these vehicles is a robust setup, yet the stock clutch system may fall short under increased power or aggressive driving conditions. That's where South Bend Clutch steps in, offering a tailored solution that enhances the driving experience, whether it's on the road or the track.
Our clutch kits are available in various configurations, catering to a wide range of needs and preferences. From the enthusiast looking for a daily driver upgrade to the racer needing a high-torque capacity system, we have meticulously crafted each kit to provide optimal performance.
Ceramic Stage 1 - Extreme Use
For those pushing their BMW M3 to the limits, our Ceramic Stage 1 kit is designed for extreme use. The ceramic friction material offers superior heat resistance and a high coefficient of friction, ensuring that your clutch engages firmly and consistently, even under severe conditions. This kit is ideal for drivers who demand the utmost from their vehicle, whether it's during spirited street driving or on the racetrack.
Organic Stage 2 - Daily Plus
Our Organic Stage 2 clutch kit is engineered for those who require more from their M3 while maintaining street drivability. The organic friction material provides smoother engagement and a more forgiving driving experience, making it perfect for the daily driver that enjoys an occasional spirited drive. This kit offers an excellent balance between performance and comfort, ensuring reliable operation and enhanced driveability.
Organic/Ceramic Stage 2 - Endurance
The Organic/Ceramic Stage 2 kit is tailored for endurance, providing the perfect blend of performance and longevity. This configuration combines the best attributes of organic and ceramic materials, offering smooth engagement with increased heat resistance and durability. It's the ideal choice for drivers who participate in extended high-performance driving events or those who simply want a clutch that can withstand the rigors of aggressive driving over time.
All our clutch kits include vital components such as a high-clutch disc quantity, ensuring that your clutch can handle the power your engine produces. Our kits are engineered to work seamlessly with your BMW M3's drivetrain, providing a direct fit without the need for extensive modifications. Additionally, the inclusion of a throw-out bearing and an alignment tool in our kits ensures a smooth installation process and optimal performance.
Choosing the right clutch kit for your BMW M3 involves considering your driving style, vehicle use, and performance goals. South Bend Clutch is committed to providing top-tier customer service and support to help you make an informed decision. Our extensive network of dealers ensures that wherever you are, a South Bend Clutch solution is within reach.
At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and performance. Our clutch kits are the result of rigorous testing and development, designed to offer unmatched performance and reliability. Whether you're upgrading your BMW M3 for enhanced street performance or preparing for competitive racing, our clutch kits provide the confidence you need to push your vehicle to its limits.
In summary, the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 2008-2013 BMW M3 4.0L GAS is engineered to exceed the demands of high-performance driving, offering a range of options to suit various driving conditions and preferences. With our dedication to quality and innovation, South Bend Clutch is the ultimate choice for drivers seeking to elevate their driving experience. Upgrade to a South Bend Clutch kit today and unleash the full potential of your BMW M3.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 BMW M3 4.0L | GAS |  | RWD | TREMEC T5 | Dual Mass |
When it comes to enhancing the performance of your 2008-2013 BMW M3 4.0L GAS, South Bend Clutch offers the pinnacle of clutch technology and reliability. Our meticulously engineered clutch kits are designed to meet the demands of both daily driving and high-performance applications, ensuring that your vehicle achieves unparalleled performance without compromising on durability.
The 2008-2013 BMW M3, with its potent 4.0L V8 engine and rear-wheel drive, demands a clutch that can handle its substantial power outputs. The TREMEC T5 transmission paired with the OEM Dual Mass Flywheel in these vehicles is a robust setup, yet the stock clutch system may fall short under increased power or aggressive driving conditions. That's where South Bend Clutch steps in, offering a tailored solution that enhances the driving experience, whether it's on the road or the track.
Our clutch kits are available in various configurations, catering to a wide range of needs and preferences. From the enthusiast looking for a daily driver upgrade to the racer needing a high-torque capacity system, we have meticulously crafted each kit to provide optimal performance.
Ceramic Stage 1 - Extreme Use
For those pushing their BMW M3 to the limits, our Ceramic Stage 1 kit is designed for extreme use. The ceramic friction material offers superior heat resistance and a high coefficient of friction, ensuring that your clutch engages firmly and consistently, even under severe conditions. This kit is ideal for drivers who demand the utmost from their vehicle, whether it's during spirited street driving or on the racetrack.
Organic Stage 2 - Daily Plus
Our Organic Stage 2 clutch kit is engineered for those who require more from their M3 while maintaining street drivability. The organic friction material provides smoother engagement and a more forgiving driving experience, making it perfect for the daily driver that enjoys an occasional spirited drive. This kit offers an excellent balance between performance and comfort, ensuring reliable operation and enhanced driveability.
Organic/Ceramic Stage 2 - Endurance
The Organic/Ceramic Stage 2 kit is tailored for endurance, providing the perfect blend of performance and longevity. This configuration combines the best attributes of organic and ceramic materials, offering smooth engagement with increased heat resistance and durability. It's the ideal choice for drivers who participate in extended high-performance driving events or those who simply want a clutch that can withstand the rigors of aggressive driving over time.
All our clutch kits include vital components such as a high-clutch disc quantity, ensuring that your clutch can handle the power your engine produces. Our kits are engineered to work seamlessly with your BMW M3's drivetrain, providing a direct fit without the need for extensive modifications. Additionally, the inclusion of a throw-out bearing and an alignment tool in our kits ensures a smooth installation process and optimal performance.
Choosing the right clutch kit for your BMW M3 involves considering your driving style, vehicle use, and performance goals. South Bend Clutch is committed to providing top-tier customer service and support to help you make an informed decision. Our extensive network of dealers ensures that wherever you are, a South Bend Clutch solution is within reach.
At South Bend Clutch, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and performance. Our clutch kits are the result of rigorous testing and development, designed to offer unmatched performance and reliability. Whether you're upgrading your BMW M3 for enhanced street performance or preparing for competitive racing, our clutch kits provide the confidence you need to push your vehicle to its limits.
In summary, the South Bend Clutch Kit for the 2008-2013 BMW M3 4.0L GAS is engineered to exceed the demands of high-performance driving, offering a range of options to suit various driving conditions and preferences. With our dedication to quality and innovation, South Bend Clutch is the ultimate choice for drivers seeking to elevate their driving experience. Upgrade to a South Bend Clutch kit today and unleash the full potential of your BMW M3.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 BMW M3 4.0L | GAS | | RWD | TREMEC T5 | 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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