{"product_id":"43441","title":"211-843-423A VW Bus Upper Sliding Door Roller - 1968-1979 Type 2","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eSliding Door Upper Roller – 211-843-423A\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e211-843-423A\u003c\/b\u003e is an essential maintenance item for any Bay Window Bus owner. Because the sliding door is one of the heaviest moving parts on the vehicle, the upper roller serves as a critical guide to keep the top of the door aligned. When this roller fails, the door can sag or tilt outward, putting excessive strain on the center and lower hinges and potentially scratching your exterior paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThis roller is often referred to as the \"upper front\" or \"upper support\" roller and is compatible with both left and right-hand sliding door configurations. It is constructed from a high-density nylon or teflon material designed to withstand thousands of opening and closing cycles.\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 Bus (Type 2 \/ Transporter):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eProduct Highlights \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFriction-Reducing Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Self-lubricating properties of the nylon material help the door glide quietly through the steel upper track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUniversal Fitment:\u003c\/b\u003e Suitable for the upper sliding door bracket on all \"Bay Window\" generation Buses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOEM Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Sized exactly to factory specifications for a simple, drop-in replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 211-843-423A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOuter Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 20mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Upper (Top) Support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e High-Density Nylon \/ Plastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTrack Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Before installing the new roller, use a cloth to wipe out any old, gritty grease or road debris from the upper door track. A clean track will significantly extend the life of the new nylon roller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDry Lubricant:\u003c\/b\u003e For the best results, use a \"dry\" PTFE or silicone-based spray in the upper track rather than heavy grease. Heavy grease tends to attract dirt which acts like sandpaper on plastic rollers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Service:\u003c\/b\u003e If you are replacing the upper roller, it is best practice to also inspect the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eSliding Door Center Hinge Bearing\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/43440\" title=\"211-843-359B VW Bus Sliding Door Hinge Bearing - 1968-1979 Type 2\"\u003e211-843-359B\u003c\/a\u003e) and the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003eLower Roller\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/46383\" title=\"211-843-438B VW Bus Sliding Door Lower Bracket - 1968-1979 Type 2\"\u003e211-843-438B\u003c\/a\u003e) to ensure the entire door assembly is healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e211843423A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PPI, CORP.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47373934657823,"sku":"211-843-423A","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/211843423A-1.webp?v=1771523150","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/43441","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}