{"product_id":"30926","title":"111-141-165 VW Sachs Italy Throw-out Bearing - 1954-1970 Unguided","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eSachs Italy Clutch Throw-out Bearing (Unguided) – 111-141-165\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e111-141-165\u003c\/b\u003e is the correct replacement for virtually all air-cooled Volkswagens produced before the 1971 model year transition. Because early transmissions do not have a tube to center the bearing, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"206\"\u003eSachs Italy\u003c\/b\u003e unit is critical; its precise manufacturing ensures it stays centered against the pressure plate, preventing uneven wear and clutch \"shudder.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eIf you are seeing a \"ring\" or a \"pad\" in the center of your pressure plate, you have an unguided system that requires this specific bearing. This Sachs unit is factory-lubricated with high-temperature grease designed to last the entire life of your clutch disc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eDetailed Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Bus (Type 2 \/ Transporter):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eProduct Highlights \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Retention Clips:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes high-tension spring clips that lock the bearing to the fork, preventing it from wandering or rattling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRounded Contact Face:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed specifically to interact with the early-style \"thrust pad\" found on 180mm and early 200mm pressure plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOEM Origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured in Italy by Sachs, the same company that supplied Volkswagen assembly lines for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 111-141-165\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Sachs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Unguided (Early)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePressure Plate Match:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure your pressure plate has the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003ecenter ring\u003c\/b\u003e (thrust pad). An unguided bearing must never be used with a \"late-style\" pressure plate that lacks this ring, as there will be nothing for the bearing to press against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClip Orientation:\u003c\/b\u003e Pay close attention to how the spring clips are seated on the fork ears. If they are installed backward, the bearing can pop off the fork during the first few pedal presses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLubricate the Clips:\u003c\/b\u003e While you don't grease the face of the bearing, a tiny dab of grease where the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/33464\" title=\"111-141-177A VW Clutch Release Bearing Clips (Each) - Beetle, Bus, Ghia\"\u003eclips\u003c\/a\u003e meet the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/search?query=113-141-701c\" title='Search Results for \"113-141-701c\"'\u003efork\u003c\/a\u003e ears can help prevent \"squeaking\" over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e111141165A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eSN31845\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e3151 600 786 009\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PPI, CORP.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47373235978527,"sku":"111-141-165A","price":52.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/S2_SN31845_Fro.jpg?v=1705168520","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/30926","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}