{"product_id":"44678","title":"111-598-021AME VW Swing Axle Boot - (Mexico) 1950-1968","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eRear Swing Axle Boot (Mexico) – 111-598-021AME\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e111-598-021AME\u003c\/b\u003e is an essential maintenance item for early Volkswagens. Swing axle boots are notorious for cracking over time due to constant up-and-down movement and exposure to gear oil. A leaking boot not only makes a mess on your driveway but can lead to a dangerously low oil level in your transmission. This Mexican-made version is a favorite among enthusiasts for its balance of longevity and ease of fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eEach boot comes as a kit, typically including the necessary hardware (screws, nuts, and clamps) to ensure a leak-free seal on both the transmission and the axle tube ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eDetailed Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h2\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\"\u003e1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Bus (Type 2):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967\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\"\u003e1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eProduct Highlights \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSplit-Style Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Saves hours of labor by avoiding a full teardown of the rear end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDurable Rubber Compound:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered to withstand the constant \"swinging\" motion of the rear axles without tearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eComplete Hardware Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the small screws and nuts for the seam, plus the large and small clamps for the ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 111-598-021AME\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Rubber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/b\u003e Rear Axle (Left or Right)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Split \/ Seamed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h2\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\"\u003eSeam Orientation:\u003c\/b\u003e Always install the boot with the split seam facing \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003ehorizontally toward the rear \u003c\/b\u003e(about 2 O'clock) of the car. This prevents the seam from being stressed during suspension travel and helps keep oil from pooling directly against the hardware.\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\"\u003eDon't Over-tighten:\u003c\/b\u003e Tighten the small screws and nuts just enough to seal the flange. Over-tightening can distort the rubber and cause a leak.\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\"\u003eCheck Your Gear Oil:\u003c\/b\u003e After replacing a leaky boot, always top off your transmission with high-quality \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/52464\" title=\"LM GEAR OIL (GL4) SAE 85W-90\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003e85W-90 GL-4 gear oil\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e111598021AME\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PPI, CORP.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47373862469919,"sku":"111-598-021AME","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/s-l640.jpg?v=1704479148","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/44678","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}