05-501CK.3 Stage 3 Extra Heavy Duty Organic Clutch 13 in. Upgrade Kit including Flywheel: Dodge Ram 2500, 3500 5.9L Cummins Diesel, NV4500 5 Speed- 13 in.

This is a Phoenix Friction Stage 3 Heavy Duty Clamp 13" Upgrade Clutch Kit (for the 5-Speed 12 ¼” clutch) and includes the matching Heavy Duty Flywheel. All Clutch Kits components are sourced from major OE manufacturers LuK, Sachs, Valeo, and ourselves. The increased clamp pressure plate provides a 72% increase in torque while over the standard 12 ¼” clutch while the woven organic disc are ideal for maintaining the smooth engagement and reliability you are used to from the original clutch. Highly recommended for heavier towing applications.

This is a 13 inch upgrade replacement clutch kit and will not require any modifications during installation. It includes all the necessary components needed to replace your 12-1/4 inch clutch setup.  New pressure plate and flywheel mounting bolts are included in the kit as well.

Features:

1. We use only quality clutch components that are engineered to function as a matched set and work the way they should with the rest of the driveline components
2. Our kits contain all new components
3. They have been designed to be a direct replacement for the original equipment components used when the vehicle is new
4. All the components we use are manufactured and tested to the Original Equipment specifications of the major automobile manufacturers
5. We warrant that all products are free from defects in workmanship and materials
6. Expert toll-free technical assistance is available

Other available clutch kits for this vehicle:

For towing applications
05-501          Organic, Engine Torque Capacity = 605 lb.ft., 335HP
05-501.2       Organic, Engine Torque Capacity = 765 lb.ft., 425HP
05-501.3       Organic, Engine Torque Capacity = 855 lb.ft., 470HP
05-501.4       Organic, Engine Torque Capacity = 985 lb.ft., 545HP

For longer life applications including moderate towing
05-501.2K     Kevlar, Engine Torque Capacity = 790 lb.ft., 440HP
05-501.3K     Kevlar, Engine Torque Capacity = 880 lb.ft., 490HP

For severe duty towing applications
05-501.2KC   Dual Friction (Kevlar/Ceramic) = 805lb.ft., 445HP
05-501.3KC   Dual Friction (Kevlar/Ceramic) = 910 lb.ft., 505HP

For performance applications
05-501.3C     Ceramic, Engine Torque Capacity = 850 lb.ft., 470HP
05-501.4C     Ceramic, Engine Torque Capacity = 965 lb.ft., 535HP
05-501.5C     Ceramic, Engine Torque Capacity = 1080 lb.ft., 600HP
05-501.6C     Ceramic, Engine Torque Capacity = 1250 lb.ft., 700HP

For extra long life severe duty applications including towing
05-501.5FA    FeramAlloy, Engine Torque Capacity = 1080 lb.ft., 600HP (current selection)
05-501.6FA    FeramAlloy, Engine Torque Capacity = 1250 lb.ft., 700HP

 

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The following versions of the above kits contain a new flywheel as well

For towing applications
05-501CK        Organic, Engine Torque Capacity = 605 lb.ft., 335HP (Same as OE) (includes flywheel)
05-501CK.2     Organic, Engine Torque Capacity = 765 lb.ft., 425HP (includes flywheel)
05-501CK.3     Organic, Engine Torque Capacity = 855 lb.ft., 475HP (includes flywheel)
05-501CK.4     Organic, Engine Torque Capacity = 985 lb.ft., 545HP (includes flywheel)

For longer life applications including moderate towing
05-501CK.2K     Kevlar, Engine Torque Capacity = 790 lb.ft., 440HP
05-501CK.3K     Kevlar, Engine Torque Capacity = 880 lb.ft., 490HP

For severe duty towing applications
05-501CK.2KC Dual Friction (Kevlar/Ceramic), Engine Torque Capacity = 805 lb.ft., 445HP (includes flywheel)
05-501CK.3KC Dual Friction (Kevlar/Ceramic), Engine Torque Capacity = 910 lb.ft., 505HP (includes flywheel)

For performance applications
05-501CK.3C   Ceramic, Engine Torque Capacity = 850 lb.ft., 475HP (includes flywheel)
05-501CK.4C   Ceramic, Engine Torque Capacity = 965 lb.ft., 535HP (includes flywheel)
05-501CK.5C   Ceramic, Engine Torque Capacity = 1080 lb.ft., 600HP (includes flywheel)
05-501CK.6C   Ceramic, Engine Torque Capacity = 1250 lb.ft., 700HP (includes flywheel)

To determine the horsepower added by performance modifications, click here

Use with the New Venture NV4500HD 5 Speed Transmission

Clutch Specifications:

Friction Material: Disc Size: Disc Type: Release Type:	Woven Organic 13" x 10T x -1-1/4" Dampened Push
Kit Includes: Pressure Plate, Clutch Disc, Release Bearing, Flywheel, Pilot Bearing, Alignment Tool, Pressure Plate & Flywheel Mounting Bolts
Engine Torque = 855 lb-ft., 470HP

Bolt Tightening Specs:

Pressure Plate Mounting Bolts: 5/16" bolts = 17 lb.ft.; 3/8" bolts = 30 lb.ft.
Flywheel to Crank Mounting Bolts: 101 lb.ft.

Refer to the technical bulletin TB044 regarding the proper clutch fork orientation during replacement.

Technical Bulletins are shown to provide you with additional information that may affect the installation of this clutch part in your vehicle. The bulletin does not indicate that the part you are looking to purchase is compromised in any way. These bulletins are often generated by the original vehicle manufacturer or the original clutch manufacturer and are intended to make the installer aware of issues that may affect the performance of the clutch system.

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