I own a Dodge Ram Crew Cab Long Bed DRW 4xwith a speed manual and a Hemi with 45,original milesI took the truck to a transmission shop due to bad bearings on third and fifth gearIn need of a clutch, I started searching the forums to find out which clutch manufacturer got great reviewsI typically take online reviews for what they're worth (which isn't much)I could've gone with an OEM replacement, but I wanted to find a high end clutch prior to settling for a factory replacementI created a list of all the manufacturers that I learned about from the forumsI called every one of them, and South Bend was the only one that makes a heavy duty Kevlar ceramic composite clutch for my truckIt just so happens that everyone on the forums raved about the high quality products and excellent service provided by South BendI spoke with DaveGREAT GUY!! He took time to answer all of my questionsHe explained the differences between single disc and dual disc clutchesThe reason South Bend doesn't make a dual disc clutch for the Hemi is that the horsepower rating won't exceed the design specifications of a single discHe also said that the dual disc clutches increase shifting timesHe advised me to replace the bolts that mount the flywheel to the clutch, and the bolts that mount the pressure plate to the flywheelHe suggested that I buy those bolts from the dealerHe also advised that I have the flywheel resurfacedI ordered the clutch kit and had it shipped directly to the transmission shopDave promised to have the clutch shipped in - hoursI received a tracking number hours after ordering it! I just picked up my truck and drove it milesThe clutch engagement and disengagement is so smooth that I have to relearn how to drive the truckIt I am absolutely ecstatic with the company and the clutch! If I ever need another clutch, I'm calling South Bend and asking for DaveI STRONGLY recommend this company to anyone and everyone that needs a clutch for their vehicle
I own a Dodge Ram Crew Cab Long Bed DRW 4xwith a speed manual and a Hemi with 45,original milesI took the truck to a transmission shop due to bad bearings on third and fifth gearIn need of a clutch, I started searching the forums to find out which clutch manufacturer got great reviewsI typically take online reviews for what they're worth (which isn't much)I could've gone with an OEM replacement, but I wanted to find a high end clutch prior to settling for a factory replacementI created a list of all the manufacturers that I learned about from the forumsI called every one of them, and South Bend was the only one that makes a heavy duty Kevlar ceramic composite clutch for my truckIt just so happens that everyone on the forums raved about the high quality products and excellent service provided by South BendI spoke with DaveGREAT GUY!! He took time to answer all of my questionsHe explained the differences between single disc and dual disc clutchesThe reason South Bend doesn't make a dual disc clutch for the Hemi is that the horsepower rating won't exceed the design specifications of a single discHe also said that the dual disc clutches increase shifting timesHe advised me to replace the bolts that mount the flywheel to the clutch, and the bolts that mount the pressure plate to the flywheelHe suggested that I buy those bolts from the dealerHe also advised that I have the flywheel resurfacedI ordered the clutch kit and had it shipped directly to the transmission shopDave promised to have the clutch shipped in - hoursI received a tracking number hours after ordering it! I just picked up my truck and drove it milesThe clutch engagement and disengagement is so smooth that I have to relearn how to drive the truckIt I am absolutely ecstatic with the company and the clutch! If I ever need another clutch, I'm calling South Bend and asking for DaveI STRONGLY recommend this company to anyone and everyone that needs a clutch for their vehicle