{"product_id":"00-4004-0","title":"EMPI 00-4004-0 VW Case Savers - 8mm ID x 12mm OD (Set of 8)","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"-product-description-12-61660\" class=\"oxy-product-description oxy-woo-element\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eEMPI Case Saver Set – 00-4004-0\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e00-4004-0\u003c\/b\u003e Case Savers are a mandatory upgrade for any serious engine builder. Magnesium VW cases are notorious for \"pulling\" head studs out of the block under high heat or increased compression. These steel inserts provide a much larger surface area and a more durable thread than the original case material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eBy installing these, you transition from a weak thread in the soft case to a robust steel-threaded insert. This set is specifically designed for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/search?query=8mm%20head%20stud%20kit\" title='Search Results for \"8mm head stud kit\"'\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"145\"\u003e8mm head studs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which were standard on many later 1600cc dual-port engines and are often preferred by performance builders for their ability to stretch slightly without snapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eDetailed Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Super Beetle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Type 2 Bus:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eProduct Highlights \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Strength Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Far more durable than the original magnesium-alloy case threads, preventing future stud failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLarge Diameter OD:\u003c\/b\u003e The 12mm outer diameter spreads the load over a wider area of the engine case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrecision Machined:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensures a perfect 1.25 pitch for standard 8mm Volkswagen head studs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-4004-0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInside Thread:\u003c\/b\u003e 8mm x 1.25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOutside Thread:\u003c\/b\u003e 12mm x 1.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 Pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMachining Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Installing these requires the engine case to be bored and tapped to 12mm-1.5. This should ideally be done by a professional machinist to ensure the studs remain perfectly perpendicular to the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLoctite Usage:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a high-strength, high-temp thread locker (like Red Loctite) when installing the inserts into the case to prevent them from backing out when the head is removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBottoming Out:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure the inserts are installed slightly below the deck surface of the case so they do not interfere with the cylinder seating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"EMPI INC.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48814482948383,"sku":"00-4004-0","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/00-4004-0-500x333.jpg?v=1718387691","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/00-4004-0","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}