{"product_id":"empi-clutch-release-bearing-guide-sleeve-vw-type-1-2-3-ghia-1971-later-98-1420-b","title":"EMPI Clutch Release Bearing Guide Sleeve | VW Type 1, 2, 3 \u0026 Ghia 1971-Later (98-1420-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Clutch Release-Bearing Guide Sleeve (98-1420-B) | Late Air-Cooled VW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eguide sleeve\u003c\/b\u003e is the tube the release bearing slides on at the front of the transmission. A worn or scored sleeve makes the clutch grab, drag, or chatter even with a fresh bearing — so it's worth replacing during a clutch job. This is the genuine \u003cb\u003eEMPI guide sleeve (98-1420-B)\u003c\/b\u003e for late air-cooled VW.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 (Beetle):\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 (Bus):\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits the late-style transmission front cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide sleeve is genuine EMPI stock (OE interchange \u003cb\u003e113-141-181B\u003c\/b\u003e). Replacing a scored sleeve alongside the throw-out bearing restores clean, consistent clutch feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmooth Bearing Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides consistent release-bearing travel for a clean clutch action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReplace With the Throw-Out Bearing:\u003c\/b\u003e Best fitted at the same time as the release bearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOE Interchange:\u003c\/b\u003e Cross-references to 113-141-181B.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Clutch release-bearing guide sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 98-1420-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOE Interchange:\u003c\/b\u003e 113-141-181B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924370669\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.1 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBoxed Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 x 5 x 2 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need this with a new bearing?\u003c\/b\u003e If the old sleeve is scored or worn, yes — a bad sleeve will ruin clutch feel even with a new bearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 98-1420-B (OE interchange 113-141-181B).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoing a clutch job? Browse related parts: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/transaxle-components\"\u003eTransaxle Components\u003c\/a\u003e, and our full range for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll Air-Cooled VW\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ WARNING (California Prop 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45064116142195,"sku":"98-1420-B","price":6.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/98-1420-B.jpg?v=1780448445","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-clutch-release-bearing-guide-sleeve-vw-type-1-2-3-ghia-1971-later-98-1420-b","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}