EMPI 32-1240-B 180mm rigid-hub heavy-duty clutch disc for VW Type 1, 2, 3 and Karmann Ghia 1954-1966
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EMPI H.D. Clutch Disc — 180mm Rigid Hub | VW Type 1, 2, 3 & Ghia 1954–1966 (32-1240-B)

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  • Vendor EMPI
  • SKU 32-1240-B
  • Fits
    • 1954-1966|VW|Beetle
    • 1954-1965|VW|Bus
    • 1962-1965|VW|Type 3
    • 1956-1966|VW|Karmann Ghia

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EMPI Heavy-Duty 180mm Rigid-Hub Clutch Disc (32-1240-B)

The friction disc is the heart of your clutch — when it's glazed or worn down to the rivets, you get slip, shudder, and that burnt smell on a hill. This is the EMPI H.D. 180mm rigid-hub clutch disc (32-1240-B), built with current friction materials and matched to the EMPI/SACHS 180mm pressure plate.

Vehicle Fitment

  • VW Type 1 (Beetle): 1954–1966
  • VW Type 2 (Bus): 1954–1965
  • VW Type 3: 1962–1965
  • VW Karmann Ghia: 1956–1966

Note: This is the 180mm small-frame clutch.

Why Choose EMPI?

EMPI is a long-established name in air-cooled VW driveline parts. This disc uses modern friction material for clean engagement and long life, and is designed to pair with the 180mm H.D. pressure plate.

Key Features & Benefits

  • 180mm heavy-duty disc: Sized for the small-frame air-cooled clutch.
  • Rigid hub: Firm, direct engagement.
  • Modern friction material: Clean engagement and long life.
  • Matched set: Designed to match the H.D. 180mm pressure plate.
  • OE interchange: Crosses to 111-141-031EK.

Technical Specifications

  • Diameter: 180mm
  • Hub: Rigid
  • OE Interchange: 111-141-031EK
  • UPC: 707924363005
  • Shipping Weight: 1.5 lb (estimated)
  • Part Number: EMPI 32-1240-B

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Will this fit my 1965 Beetle? Yes — it's the 180mm disc for Type 1 1954–1966 and the other small-frame applications.
  • What's the part number? EMPI 32-1240-B (OE interchange 111-141-031EK).
  • Does it match my pressure plate? It's designed to pair with the 180mm H.D. pressure plate (32-1234-B).

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⚠️ WARNING (California Prop 65): 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.