Centerforce Clutch and Flywheel Kit

Centerforce Clutch and Flywheel Kits: Patented Performance in One Complete Package

When a clutch upgrade means more than just swapping a worn disc, a complete clutch and flywheel kit delivers a cohesive, performance-matched system right out of the box. Centerforce has spent more than 25 years engineering some of the most technically sophisticated clutch systems on the market, and their Clutch and Flywheel Kits represent the pinnacle of that expertise — bundling a precisely matched pressure plate, disc, and flywheel into a single, ready-to-install assembly.

What Sets Centerforce Apart: Patented Technology

The defining characteristic across Centerforce's clutch and flywheel kit lineup is the patented centrifugal weight system. As engine RPM rises, centrifugal force pushes the weights outward, dynamically increasing clamp load on the pressure plate — giving the clutch greater holding capacity at higher RPMs while preserving a lighter, more manageable pedal feel at idle and during normal driving. This elegant mechanical solution means you don't have to choose between performance grip and daily-driver comfort.

Additionally, static clamp load is increased through patented machining processes on the pressure plate itself, working in concert with the centrifugal weights to deliver superb holding power and maximum clutch life. Every design is verified not just through calculations but through real-world testing using Centerforce's own specially built clutch testing equipment.

Two Key Product Lines: Centerforce II and Dual Friction

Centerforce offers their clutch and flywheel kits primarily across two performance tiers:

• Centerforce II: The Centerforce II series pairs a full-facing disc with premium friction materials and a pressure plate featuring the centrifugal weight system. Static clamp load is further enhanced via patented machining processes, making it an ideal choice for street/strip, off-road, and towing applications where durability and consistent engagement are paramount.
• Dual Friction: Designed for drivers who demand the ultimate in street and strip holding power, the Dual Friction series features a disc with an organic full-face on one side for longevity and an organic segmented facing on the other for increased holding capacity. The result is exceptional street manners combined with the grip needed for mild competition use — all without sacrificing pedal effort or driver control.

Billet Steel Flywheels: The Foundation of the System

What makes these kits stand out from a pressure-plate-only upgrade is the inclusion of a high-inertia billet steel flywheel. The added mass helps the engine maintain RPM in rough terrain and during low-speed maneuvers, preventing stalling and delivering smoother, more consistent power delivery. The flywheel is precision-matched to the clutch disc and pressure plate in each kit, ensuring the entire rotating assembly is balanced and optimized as a unit.

Some application-specific kits — particularly those engineered for Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator 3.6L platforms — also include hydraulic upgrade components. Centerforce's internal hydraulic bearing option replaces the factory external slave and throwout bearing with a compact concentric hydraulic bearing, addressing the vague pedal feel that many Jeep enthusiasts encounter with the stock setup.

Built and Tested in the USA

All Centerforce products are headquartered and manufactured in Prescott, Arizona, with every clutch design run through a rigorous testing process using CAD/CAM engineering and purpose-built clutch testing equipment. This commitment to in-house quality control, combined with asbestos-free friction materials and real-world validation, gives drivers confidence that the numbers on the spec sheet reflect actual on-road and off-road performance.

Whether you're building a daily-driven off-roader, upgrading a truck for towing, or pushing a street/strip build harder than stock hardware allows, Centerforce Clutch and Flywheel Kits offer a complete, engineered solution designed to outlast and outperform OEM components.