{"product_id":"exedy-stage-1-organic-clutch-kit-2001-2004-dodge-ram-2500-ram-3500","title":"EXEDY Stage 1 Organic Clutch Kit – 2001–2004 Dodge Ram 2500 \/ Ram 3500","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned around the drivetrain package used in 2001–2004 Dodge Ram 2500 \/ Ram 3500, the \u003cstrong\u003eEXEDY Stage 1 Organic Clutch Kit – 2001–2004 Dodge Ram 2500 \/ Ram 3500\u003c\/strong\u003e is intended for drivers prioritizing street-driven, work-duty, towing-conscious, and mildly modified applications where clutch control and heat tolerance matter and correct EXEDY component matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEXEDY Engineering Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEXEDY's clutch expertise began in Japan in 1923 and expanded worldwide through the Daikin Clutch legacy. Unlike brands focused only on aftermarket friction products, EXEDY also operates as an OEM powertrain supplier, bringing production-level engineering and validation experience into its street-performance and racing clutch programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEXEDY's performance single- and multi-plate systems are intended to raise torque capacity and heat tolerance while matching the engagement characteristics to the car's intended use. Stage 1 uses an organic friction strategy for the most street-friendly behavior; Stage 2 moves to cerametallic friction for harder use; Hyper systems add dedicated flywheel and multi-plate architecture for substantially higher-output builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the least aggressive configuration that comfortably covers the engine's torque and heat load. That approach normally gives the best balance of drivability, service life, transmission friendliness, and track durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEXEDY Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 05805XHD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stage 1 Organic Clutch Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction \/ Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Application-specific EXEDY configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorque Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Application-specific \/ verify EXEDY rating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Suited For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use where this exact EXEDY configuration and fitment are required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSelection Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 2001–2004 Dodge Ram 2500 \/ Ram 3500, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClamp Load:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stage 1\/2 covers are designed around roughly 40% higher clamping load than the genuine part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePedal Effort:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typical Stage 1\/2 increase is approximately 20–35%, application dependent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlywheel Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stage 1\/2 generally use the OEM flywheel unless noted; Hyper systems include\/require their dedicated flywheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e EXEDY Stage 1, Stage 2 and Lightweight Flywheel products are SFI 1.1 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2001–2004 Dodge Ram 2500 \/ Ram 3500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEXEDY SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 05805XHD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because clutch fitment is sensitive to transmission and flywheel changes, verify the complete vehicle configuration before purchase. Modified swaps or previously converted flywheel systems may require a different EXEDY part than a stock vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EXEDY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50131327746298,"sku":"EXE05805XHD","price":636.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0325\/6352\/7739\/files\/9903d015010290130b83c702cea74f30.jpg?v=1782421695","url":"https:\/\/lgcracing.com\/products\/exedy-stage-1-organic-clutch-kit-2001-2004-dodge-ram-2500-ram-3500","provider":"Legacy Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}