{"product_id":"empi-throw-out-bearing-super-clips-heavy-duty-pair-vw-beetle-bus-karmann-ghia-type-3-1954-1970-32-1208-0","title":"EMPI Throw-Out Bearing Super Clips — Heavy-Duty, Pair | VW Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia \u0026 Type 3 1954–1970 (32-1208-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Throw-Out Bearing Super Clips — Heavy-Duty, Pair (32-1208-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn an early VW, two small spring clips are all that hold the throw-out bearing onto the clutch fork. When they weaken, the bearing rattles, walks off the fork and leaves you with a pedal that goes to the floor, usually far from home, and the engine has to come out to fix it. EMPI \u003cb\u003e32-1208-0\u003c\/b\u003e is a pair of heavy-duty \u003cb\u003eSuper Clips\u003c\/b\u003e that grip harder than the stock clips. Fit them every time the engine is out for a clutch job.\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\u003eHeavy-duty spring clips:\u003c\/b\u003e more clamping force than stock, so the bearing stays locked to the fork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect replacement:\u003c\/b\u003e replaces the stock clips (OE 111-141-177AS) on early-style throw-out bearings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOne pair per bearing:\u003c\/b\u003e both clips for one clutch job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEngine-out insurance:\u003c\/b\u003e it costs almost nothing now, compared with pulling the engine again later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGenuine EMPI:\u003c\/b\u003e  sold by Washburn's Metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese clips fit the \u003cb\u003eearly-style (unguided) clutch throw-out bearing\u003c\/b\u003e used in air-cooled VW swing-axle and early IRS transaxles through the 1970 model year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCONFIRMED (EMPI: \"All 54-70\"):\u003c\/b\u003e VW Beetle 1954–1970, Karmann Ghia 1956–1970, Type 1 and Type 2 Bus 1954–1970, and Type 3 1962–1970.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCONFIRMED by design:\u003c\/b\u003e dune buggies, Baja Bugs and sand rails running a 1970-or-earlier transaxle with the early throw-out bearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNOT CONFIRMED:\u003c\/b\u003e 1949–1953 cars (some dealers list them, EMPI starts at 1954). Clips do NOT fit any 1971-on guided throw-out bearing (Beetle, Super Beetle, Bus, Type 3, Thing).\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\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 32-1208-0 (single clip: 32-1208-B)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Throw-out (clutch release) bearing retaining clips, heavy duty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOE Reference #:\u003c\/b\u003e 111-141-177AS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair (2 clips)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFits:\u003c\/b\u003e Early-style unguided throw-out bearing, 1954–1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924362947\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Taiwan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.1 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 x 5 x 1 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe engine has to be out. While it is out, check the clutch fork (cross-shaft) bushings for play and the fork fingers for wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHook each clip into the bearing's groove first, then spring it over the fork finger. They are stiff, so use pliers and eye protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRock the bearing on the fork by hand. It should pivot with no free play and no rattle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet clutch free play at the pedal after the engine goes back 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\u003eWill these fit my 1968 VW Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. They fit the early-style (unguided) throw-out bearing used on all air-cooled VWs through the 1970 model year, and a 1968 Beetle uses that bearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo they fit a 1971 or later VW?\u003c\/b\u003e No. From 1971 VW used a guided throw-out bearing on a guide sleeve, which does not use these clips. See EMPI 32-1210-B.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy replace the clips?\u003c\/b\u003e The clips hold the throw-out bearing onto the clutch fork. Worn stock clips let the bearing wobble or drop off the fork, which means a dead clutch pedal and pulling the engine. These spring clips hold noticeably tighter than stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need these if I buy a new bearing?\u003c\/b\u003e Check the box. EMPI's 32-1205-B bearing ships with Super Clips. Many other bearings, including used and German OE ones, do not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow many come in the pack?\u003c\/b\u003e A pair, which is one bearing's worth (two clips).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 32-1208-0 (pair). The single clip is 32-1208-B (OE 111-141-177AS). UPC 707924362947.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/b\u003e As a normal parcel, about 0.1 lb in a 6 x 5 x 1 in package. It is not hazmat and has no ground-only restriction. It is set up as backorder-OK: if it is not on our shelf, we order it from EMPI and ship when it arrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoing the clutch? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/empi-h-d-clutch-throw-out-bearing-early-style-vw-type-1-2-1950-1970-32-1205-b\"\u003eEMPI early-style throw-out bearing (32-1205-B)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sachs-clutch-throw-out-release-bearing-air-cooled-vw-32-1206-b\"\u003eSachs throw-out bearing (32-1206-B)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI Parts\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠ WARNING:\u003c\/b\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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. 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