Description
The EXEDY OE Replacement Clutch Kit – 1994–1996 Dodge Ram 1500 V8 is tailored to 1994–1996 Dodge Ram 1500 V8 and is best considered when the goal is reliable torque transfer, predictable engagement, and hardware appropriate for street-driven, work-duty, towing-conscious, and mildly modified applications where clutch control and heat tolerance matter.
About EXEDY
EXEDY traces its clutch-manufacturing roots to Japan in 1923 and grew globally through the Daikin Clutch name. Today, EXEDY supplies OEM powertrain components while applying the same engineering discipline to replacement and competition clutch systems used in street, road-race, rally, drag, and other motorsports environments.
Driveline Role
EXEDY OE Replacement clutch kits are designed around factory power levels and factory-style drivability. They are the right choice when the priority is smooth take-up, predictable pedal behavior, and a service replacement that works with the vehicle's original clutch architecture rather than adding unnecessary aggression.
Best for stock to near-stock vehicles, commuter use, restoration work, and owners who value refinement over added clamp load. EXEDY states that its OE Replacement kits are rated for OEM power levels; heavily modified engines should move to an appropriate performance series instead.
Configuration
- EXEDY Part Number: 05074
- Configuration: OE Replacement Clutch Kit
- Construction / Character: Factory-style single-disc clutch service kit
- Torque Rating: OEM / factory power levels
- Best Suited For: Stock or near-stock street vehicles prioritizing smooth engagement and OE-style behavior
Setup Guidance
For 1994–1996 Dodge Ram 1500 V8, this configuration makes the most sense when its intended duty matches the vehicle's actual power and use. Avoid overspecifying clutch aggressiveness: the best setup is the one that maintains the needed torque reserve while preserving usable modulation and protecting the rest of the driveline.
Core Specifications
- Power Level: OEM / stock power levels
- Engagement Character: Factory-style, smooth and progressive
- Flywheel Compatibility: Designed for OEM flywheel unless EXEDY specifies otherwise
- Break-In Guidance: EXEDY recommends 500 city miles or 1,000 highway miles of easy driving
- Vehicle Application: 1994–1996 Dodge Ram 1500 V8
- EXEDY SKU: 05074
Fitment note: Fitment should be verified against the exact drivetrain, not model name alone. Check year, engine, transmission, and any existing flywheel or EXEDY clutch-system part number before installation.