In personal use, the vehicle is used as originally designed and is the daily driver. In this case, maintenance cost and ease of use are key considerations.

    In this case, aftermarket clutch kits with OEM parts would be the best value, as these are usually less expensive than going through the dealer. Be sure to ask the seller if they use OEM components in the specific kit you purchase. These kits come with a 12-month, 12,000-mile warranty. All OEM clutch components are tested for one million cycles, approximately 100,000 miles.

     Pickup trucks for work are often used to transport loads beyond the original design intent. These trucks may also have been modified to increase the engine's raw horsepower and torque ratings to meet these demands. If that's the case, a modestly upgraded clutch kit with long-life friction material is the way to go. It is important to let your clutch supplier know of any modifications that increase the engine's horsepower and torque ratings. Attention should also be paid to tire and exhaust modifications. Be as accurate as possible so that the clutch is properly matched to your truck.

    Stage 2 or Stage 3 truck clutch kits with Kevlar or Carbotic buttons are recommended for moderately modified vehicles and retain OEM clutch pedal force. For extensively modified trucks, a 4- or 5-stage clutch kit may be required, which also includes a pressure plate with a higher clamping load and overloaded ceramic buttons. Don't assume that the higher the clutch gear, the better for your vehicle. The clutch needs to be matched to torque output and specific vehicle usage. The Stage 5 clutch in an unmodified truck produces a hard clutch pedal and very abrupt engagement. Additionally, radically increasing the torque capacity of the clutch means that the rest of the drivetrain also needs to be upgraded; otherwise, these components will fail prematurely and potentially lead to safety issues.

    Taizhou Benwo Auto Parts Co., Ltd. is a Sachs Clutch supplier from China. The company main provides Euro Truck Parts and other clutch components.