021-119-245 VW Engine Oil Dipstick Boot - Type 1, 2, 3 & 4

Oil Dipstick Boot (Bellows) – 021-119-245

The 021-119-245 is a specialized rubber bellows designed to provide a secure, flexible seal for your engine's oil dipstick. While this boot was originally designed for late-model Type 4 Bus and Vanagon engines, it is highly regarded in the VW community as a universal fit solution. It can be easily installed on your Type 1 engine case with either a stock or aftermarket dipstick setup.

The primary function of this boot is to bridge the gap between the dipstick tube and the engine, ensuring a vacuum-tight environment. By installing this bellows, you effectively keep the oil in and the dirt out, preventing the messy "blow-by" oil film that often coats the rear of air-cooled engines. It also serves as a critical barrier for your cooling system, ensuring that the pressurized air from the fan shroud isn't lost through the dipstick opening.

Detailed Vehicle Compatibility

Universal application for air-cooled engines; original equipment for Type 4.

VW Beetle (Standard):

• 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977

VW Super Beetle:

• 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979

VW Karmann Ghia:

• 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974

VW Bus (Type 2):

• 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979

VW Thing:

• 1973, 1974

VW Type 3:

• 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973

Product Highlights & Features

• Universal Versatility: Designed for late-model Buses but perfect for Type 1 Upright engines to solve common oil seepage issues.

• Dual Protection: Functions as a heavy-duty seal that keeps road grime out of your crankcase while keeping engine oil inside.

• Vibration Dampening: The ribbed bellows design allows the engine to move and vibrate without tearing the seal or popping the dipstick loose.

• High-Grade Rubber: Manufactured to resist the high heat and oil-saturated environment of the engine compartment.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 021-119-245

• Material: Oil-Resistant Rubber

• Style: Ribbed Bellows

• Application: Engine Oil Dipstick Seal

Installation & Maintenance Tips

• Universal Install: For Type 1 engines, simply slide the boot over your dipstick tube and seat it firmly against the engine case. It works equally well with chrome aftermarket dipsticks and original stock units.

• Degrease First: To ensure the boot stays in place, use a quick-drying degreaser on the mounting surfaces before installation. This prevents the rubber from sliding around on oily residue.

• Visual Inspection: During every oil change, squeeze the bellows to check for dry-rotting or hidden cracks. 

• Security Tip: If you are running a high-performance engine with higher crankcase pressures, use a small zip-tie or hose clamp on the end of the boot for an extra-secure, permanent seal.

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