Elring VW Engine Gasket Set — 1300cc–1600cc Cylinder Head | Type 1 (043-117-001)
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Elring VW Engine Gasket Set – 1300cc–1600cc Air-Cooled (043-117-001)
When it comes to sealing a high-performance air-cooled engine, the Elring Complete Engine Gasket Set is the gold standard for restorers and engine builders. This comprehensive kit includes every gasket and seal required for a complete long-block assembly, with high-quality valve cover gaskets and premium oil cooler seals built to withstand the heat cycles of a performance Volkswagen engine.
As an Elring product, these gaskets provide superior fitment and material integrity compared to generic alternatives, ensuring a leak-free seal that protects your investment.
Vehicle Fitment
- Type 1 (Beetle, Ghia, Baja): 1966–1979 (1300cc, 1500cc, 1600cc)
- Type 2 (Bus / Transporter): 1963–1971 (1500cc & 1600cc Upright Engines)
- Type 3 (Notchback, Fastback, Squareback): 1962–1973
- VW Thing (Type 181): 1973–1974
Why Choose Elring?
Elring is a trusted OEM supplier to German automotive manufacturing. Its materials are chosen for the thermal demands of air-cooled engines, giving exact fitment and a durable, leak-free seal.
Key Features & Benefits
- OEM German Quality: Manufactured by Elring, a trusted supplier for German automotive manufacturing.
- Comprehensive Kit: Includes crank seals, cylinder base gaskets, pushrod tube seals, and intake gaskets.
- Premium Valve Cover Gaskets: Engineered for a perfect seal to prevent messy oil leaks.
- High Temperature Resistance: Materials specifically chosen for the thermal demands of air-cooled engines.
Technical Specifications
- Part number: 043-117-001
- Manufacturer: Elring
- Engine sizes: 1300cc, 1500cc, 1600cc
- Includes: Crank seals, cylinder base gaskets, pushrod tube seals, intake gaskets, valve cover gaskets
- Sold as: Complete engine gasket set
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does this gasket set include? A complete long-block set — crank seals, cylinder base gaskets, pushrod tube seals, intake gaskets, and valve cover gaskets.
- Which engines does it fit? 1300cc, 1500cc, and 1600cc air-cooled VW engines: Type 1 1966–1979, Type 2 upright 1963–1971, Type 3 1962–1973, and the VW Thing 1973–1974.