clutching a '97 cummins

snojunkee · Jan 20, 2009

about every 2 years i seem to need a new clutch.the disk is still good,it just tears the center out.has anyone else had this problem?i have an a f e fresh air kit ,straight pipe,and t.s.t. torque plate in the pump.other than that it's stock.rated at somewhere around 650 ft. lbs. at the rear wheels.any good clutches out there that will hold up?in the winter i have a steel sled bed on, plus the sleds(heavy).in the summer i haul siding equipment and pull a trailer.

jmitchell · Jan 20, 2009

i did a southbend con ofe its awsome 13in conveson 550hp 1100ft lb rating . gives you room to grow. dont think you are done supping it up yet its too much fun spend the mony its worth 1200 bones

snojunkee · Jan 20, 2009

thanks for the push

jmitchell said:
i did a southbend con ofe its awsome 13in conveson 550hp 1100ft lb rating . gives you room to grow. dont think you are done supping it up yet its too much fun spend the mony its worth 1200 bones

that's exactly where i was headed.just needed to hear someone else suggest it.selling parts to save for the 13 inch upgrade.then on to the brake upgrade.any suggestions there? i've heard 1 ton gm brake cylinders work good?

Megadeth · Jan 20, 2009

i have the con ofe and its a great clutch. no complaints from it except I wish I would've just gone with a dual disk for even more room to grow.. oh well. South Bend is awesome can't go wrong with them.

trailtoy1993 · Jan 21, 2009

x3 on the Southbend thats what I had in my '02 w/ 900 ft-lbs and was great hauling loaded at 21k lbs on a regular basis. Good stuff from SB.

snojunkee · Jan 21, 2009

thanks guys.appreciate the replies.looks like it's south bend for me.

Rotax-Guy · Jan 21, 2009

Just installled a south bend 2 months ago no problems, get their upgraded slave/clutch assmy also worth it if your allready into it. 97 12v 5spd #10 plate dynomite injectors arp head studs w/ported head dyno twins

SPARK PLUG · Jan 21, 2009

where is the best place to buy a southbend clutch?

Rotax-Guy · Jan 21, 2009

Dyno-Mite Diesel ask for Lenny #13607947974 hope this helps. Check out there web site.

himarker · Jan 21, 2009

Another vote here for the South Bend CON OFE, im running that clutch in my 98 24v, adn im making a fairly respectable amount of power. Never slipped it at all. I wouldnt try any boosted launches...lol. As far as finding one, check www.cumminsforum.com. or just get ahold of south bend.

himarker

Boondock · Jan 21, 2009

Also running a SB OFE!

The FE is rough when engaging it. A first hear starter for sure. But it will hold more hp but with 650 tq the ofe will have zero problems.

rooster740 · Jan 21, 2009

I have a 96 stock pickup that I replaced the original clutch in 2007 at 255,000 miles. This is a pick-up that my employees use. This past summer a new employee decided instead of turning around, he would back up a 5,000 lbs. trailer a half mile up a driveway........ Ya she slips a little now. It probably would have been cheaper to head shoot him and get the interior detailed. Good info on clutches, it's sad that I also need one.

1slo_MM · Jan 21, 2009

One more for the Southbend! I have the 3600 DD w/ hydos. I make 900lb-ft at the wheels and it rocks!! 4wd 3rd gear launches and no problems. Talk to Peter @ SBC, his customer service is second to none .02
-dru

jmitchell · Jan 24, 2009

snojunkee said:
that's exactly where i was headed.just needed to hear someone else suggest it.selling parts to save for the 13 inch upgrade.then on to the brake upgrade.any suggestions there? i've heard 1 ton gm brake cylinders work good?

the idea is to go fast . breaks just slow you down

JSCC · Jan 24, 2009

I have a Con Fe in my 07'. It grabs like a motha. If you are not pulling really heavy or adding a ton of power, stay with a OFE. Backing up a heavy load with the FE is unfreakin redonkulous!

d&mraceengines · Jan 24, 2009

i dont know about the south bend but i used to rip the centers out of the clutch on my chevy every 13 months like clock work so no waranty and the frist clutch lasted 190,000 but evr since it just rips the center out i got a new clutch from clutch masters in billings mt they build clutches there that holdes up for 500 so if you cant aford south bend might check out clutch masters have a great day Dan

FLYINGRMK · Jan 31, 2009

d&mraceengines said:
i dont know about the south bend but i used to rip the centers out of the clutch on my chevy every 13 months like clock work so no waranty and the frist clutch lasted 190,000 but evr since it just rips the center out i got a new clutch from clutch masters in billings mt they build clutches there that holdes up for 500 so if you cant aford south bend might check out clutch masters have a great day Dan

x2 for Clutch Masters all of mine have held up great!! If you have a problem they will take care of it.. There customer service is the best...

kennyblatz · Jan 31, 2009

southbend is a good clutch i went with a valair and it is doing great, burnouts, drag racing, sled pulling and the od 3rd gear lanch. for a single disc it is holding up very well.
truck 420rwhp-940ftlb

snojunkee · Feb 2, 2009

d&mraceengines said:
i dont know about the south bend but i used to rip the centers out of the clutch on my chevy every 13 months like clock work so no waranty and the frist clutch lasted 190,000 but evr since it just rips the center out i got a new clutch from clutch masters in billings mt they build clutches there that holdes up for 500 so if you cant aford south bend might check out clutch masters have a great day Dan

thanks Dan.good info.got a number for clutch masters?i'll be getting me one.is $500 for a kit or just the disk?

FLYINGRMK · Feb 2, 2009

Phone #

snojunkee said:
thanks Dan.good info.got a number for clutch masters?i'll be getting me one.is $500 for a kit or just the disk?

Hi Snojunkee,
Here is the number I use for clutch masters, It is there Ca number they will ship from there...909-877-6800 Good luck...

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