Introducing Dodson’s 8HP76 SPORTSMAN’S Clutch Kit Range

Dodson has announced the launch of the new 8HP76 Sportsman’s clutch kit, beginning with the DMS-8618 specifically designed for the G8x BMW Series. This upgraded clutch option provides a remarkable enhancement in performance, making it an ideal choice for those that are looking to optimize their vehicle’s capabilities.

The kit features high-coefficient frictions and tempered steels across all the 5 clutches within the transmission, A through E where each of which has an increased plate count. The kit includes reinforced biller hubs for the hard-working “rotating clutches” C and E. Both hubs are CNC machined from 7075 aluminum to minimize rotating mass, hard anodized to improve durability and wear resistance, and have additional oiling holes to optimize oil flow path that ensures optimal temperature control of the denser clutch stacks. This features a platform-first two piece design, the E hub is engineered with an alloy steel center to maximize strength at the spline, addressing a common failure area.

Clutches C and E feature separator wave springs, which ensure smooth drivability by promoting even separation across the stack and facilitating rapid disengagement of the plates. This design minimizes drag and enhances crossover performance, streamlining the calibration process. As a result, drivers won’t experience the usual downsides associated with increased plate counts, such as jerky behavior, multiple learning attempts, poor creep or take-off performance.

Dodson has structured the lineup by providing the flexibility to tailor a suitable and cost-effective solution for your customers. Below is some of the recommended combinations that aligns with common industry offerings.

750/800 ft/lbs approx., daily driver, no hard launches

DMS-8617 8HP76 SUPERSTOCK™ CLUTCH KIT (STACKS, SPRINGS ON C/E)
DMS-6462 8HP76 OVERHAUL KIT

1000 ft/lbs approx., limited hard launches

DMS-8618 8HP76 SPORTSMAN’S™ CLUTCH KIT (STACKS, SPRINGS ON C/E)
DMS-8636 8HP76 CLUTCH E HUB KIT
DMS-6462 8HP76 OVERHAUL KIT

1150 ft/lbs approx., roll or drag racing

DMS-8618 8HP76 SPORTSMAN’S™ CLUTCH KIT (STACKS, SPRINGS ON C/E, BILLET C/E HUB)
DMS-6462 8HP76 OVERHAUL KIT

8HP76 SUPERSTOCK™ Clutch Kit

8HP76 Clutch E Hub Kit

8HP76 Clutch C Hub

Dodson 8HP51/76 Transmission Assembly Toolkit

Co-ordSport will be stocking these kits in the new year, providing an excellent opportunity to offer this high-performance option to your customers. We believe that integrating the Dodson Clutch Kit into your product lineup will not only elevate your offerings but also meet the growing demand for quality upgrades in the BMW community.