{"product_id":"empi-oil-change-gasket-kit-vw-air-cooled-type-1-type-2-type-3-beetle-bus-ghia-00-9909-b","title":"EMPI Oil Change Gasket Kit | VW Type 1, 2 \u0026 3 Air-Cooled | Complete Strainer Service Set (00-9909-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Oil Change Gasket Kit — VW Air-Cooled Type 1 \/ Type 2 \/ Type 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Number: 00-9909-B | Alternative P\/N: 113-198-031 | UPC: 707924343588 | Sold Each.\u003c\/b\u003e The most-used gasket kit in the air-cooled world. Every Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 oil change needs fresh gaskets to seal properly — reusing an old, compressed strainer plate gasket is the fastest way to leave a puddle in your driveway. This complete kit gives you everything required for a clean, leak-free oil service in one inexpensive package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle \/ Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1949–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 Bus \/ Transporter \/ Kombi (upright engines):\u003c\/b\u003e 1950–1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKarmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1956–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3 Notchback \/ Squareback \/ Fastback:\u003c\/b\u003e 1962–1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing (Type 181):\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits VW 1200cc, 1300cc, 1500cc, and 1600cc air-cooled engines (single port and dual port) using the standard sump-style oil strainer.\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\u003eComplete service set:\u003c\/b\u003e Both strainer gaskets plus the drain plug crush washer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLeak-free seal:\u003c\/b\u003e Fresh gaskets replace compressed, heat-cycled originals that will not re-seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInexpensive insurance:\u003c\/b\u003e Every oil change should include fresh gaskets.\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\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e Oil strainer plate gasket, oil strainer cover gasket, drain plug crush washer, strainer retainer sealing components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-9909-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlternative P\/N:\u003c\/b\u003e 113-198-031\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924343588\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Each\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\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/b\u003e Oil strainer plate gasket (case to plate), oil strainer cover gasket (plate to cover), drain plug crush washer, and strainer retainer sealing components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need sealant?\u003c\/b\u003e No — install the gaskets dry; no sealant or RTV is required or recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is the strainer plate nut torque?\u003c\/b\u003e 5 ft-lbs (factory spec). Over-tightening crushes the gasket and causes leaks rather than preventing them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways replace both strainer gaskets together.\u003c\/strong\u003e Don't reuse one and replace the other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall gaskets dry — no sealant or RTV is required or recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean both sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation. Old gasket residue is a common cause of leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque the strainer plate nuts to factory spec — over-tightening will crush the gasket and cause leaks rather than prevent them. Recommended: 5 ft-lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace the drain plug crush washer every time. It's a single-use part.\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\u003eShop related parts: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-parts\"\u003eEngine Parts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ California Prop 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44936582791283,"sku":"00-9909-B","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9909-B.jpg?v=1778171388","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-oil-change-gasket-kit-vw-air-cooled-type-1-type-2-type-3-beetle-bus-ghia-00-9909-b","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}