{"product_id":"44260","title":"113-141-165BEU VW Beetle \u0026 Audi Late Style Clutch Release Bearing (1971-1991)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eVW \u0026amp; Audi Heavy Duty Clutch Release Bearing – 113-141-165BEU\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eEnsure smooth, reliable gear engagement with the Heavy Duty Clutch Release (Throw-Out) Bearing. This \"late-style\" guided bearing is designed for air-cooled and water-cooled Volkswagens and Audis equipped with a guide tube on the transmission input shaft. Unlike early-style unguided bearings, this version provides significantly improved stability and reduced chatter, making it an essential upgrade for high-performance builds or standard daily drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eAs a high-wear component, the release bearing is often the culprit behind \"whirring\" noises or vibrations when the clutch pedal is depressed. This reinforced version features high-tensile internal races and premium lubrication to withstand the heat and pressure of modern driving conditions, particularly in vehicles with upgraded pressure plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eDetailed Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e This bearing is a universal fit for the following models continuously across these years:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eVW Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eVW Bus \/ Transporter:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e1971, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1985\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eVW Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e1973, 1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e1971, 1972, 1973\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eVW Vanagon:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eAudi 4000 \u0026amp; 4000 Quattro:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eAudi 5000 \u0026amp; 5000 Quattro:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eAudi Fox:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"\u003e1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eProduct Highlights \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"30\" data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eGuided Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered for use with a 113-141-181A guide sleeve, ensuring the bearing travels in a perfectly straight line for consistent pedal feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eHeavy Duty Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Features reinforced metal clips and high-grade internal bearings to prevent the premature failure common with lower-quality \"budget\" replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eSealed Lubrication:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-packed with high-temperature grease designed to last the entire life of the clutch kit without requiring maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003eMulti-Platform Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e A versatile part that fits a wide range of vintage VW air-cooled engines and early water-cooled Audi drivetrain configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e Part Number: 113-141-165BEU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Clutch Release (Throw-Out) Mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Late Style (Guided)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Natural Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"32\" data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003eInspect the Guide Tube:\u003c\/b\u003e Always check your transmission's guide sleeve for burrs or wear marks. If the guide tube is scored, the bearing will bind; replace it with Part #113-141-181A for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003eReplace as a Set:\u003c\/b\u003e It is industry standard to replace the release bearing every time the engine is pulled or the clutch disc is replaced. The labor to get to this part is far more expensive than the part itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"33\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"33\"\u003eCheck the Operating Arm:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure the clips that hold the bearing to the cross-shaft operating arm are secure. If these clips are loose, the bearing can slip out of alignment, leading to uneven wear on the pressure plate fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"34\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"34\"\u003eAvoid \"Riding\" the Clutch:\u003c\/b\u003e To maximize the life of your new bearing, avoid keeping your foot on the clutch pedal at stoplights. Constant pressure causes the bearing to spin at high speeds, leading to heat buildup and eventual failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e113-141-165BEU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e113141165BEU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IAP WEST, INC.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47373799194911,"sku":"113-141-165BEU","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/TM_VW1339C_Bac.jpg?v=1708539769","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/44260","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}