South Bend Clutch Stage 2 Endurance Clutch Kit, No Flywheel (5-Speed)

What It Is
A South Bend Clutch Stage 2 Endurance clutch kit, built as a VR6-style clutch pack using genuine Sachs components with upgraded friction material and springs. Rated to 350 ft-lb of torque, and designed for a more race-oriented feel than South Bend's Stage 2 Daily option.

What Makes It "Endurance"

• Pressure plate is precision balanced for vibration-free operation at high RPM
• Pressure plate fulcrum is altered for positive disengagement and quicker shifts
• Dual damped disc design gives more accurate control accelerating out of corners
• Hybrid friction material: a full-face Feramic (sintered iron) lining on the flywheel side, paired with a high metal content organic lining on the pressure plate side
• Woven, medium metal content lining, engineered for high heat dissipation under sustained hard use

Recommended Setup
For optimal performance, South Bend recommends pairing this clutch with an SFI-approved single mass flywheel rather than reusing a stock dual mass flywheel.

What's Included and What's Not
This kit does not include a flywheel or pressure plate bolts, both available separately at checkout. It does include the clutch alignment tool and throw-out bearing.

Fitment
Fits cars using the VR6, G60, or A3/B4 TDI style flywheel.

Common Questions

Does this include a flywheel?
No. This kit does not include a flywheel or pressure plate bolts. South Bend recommends pairing it with an SFI-approved single mass flywheel, available separately.

How is this different from the Stage 2 Daily clutch?
Both share a similar torque rating range, but the Endurance version is built with a race-oriented pressure plate balance, quicker disengagement, and a hybrid Feramic/organic friction setup, aimed at drivers pushing harder use than daily driving alone.

How much torque can this handle?
350 ft-lb.

Will this feel harsher than a daily clutch?
Yes, somewhat. Its design prioritizes precision and quick engagement for spirited or track-oriented driving over the smoothest possible daily pedal feel.