{"product_id":"jp-group-brake-master-cylinder-23-81-mm-non-abs-vw-vanagon-1980-1991-oe-251-611-021-c-jp-3008-0","title":"JP Group Brake Master Cylinder, 23.81 mm, Non-ABS | VW Vanagon 1980–1991 | OE 251 611 021 C (JP-3008-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJP Group Brake Master Cylinder, 23.81 mm, Non-ABS — VW Vanagon 1980–1991 (JP-3008-0)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e JP Group JP-3008-0 is a new 23.81 mm (15\/16 in) tandem brake master cylinder for the VW Vanagon (Transporter T3) without ABS. EMPI lists it for 1979–1992 Transporters, which covers the 1980–1991 US Vanagon. It replaces OE 251 611 021 C; JP Group ref. 1161100700. Sold each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1980–1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Vanagon (all body styles, incl. Westfalia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWithout ABS, per EMPI (listed as Transporter 1979–1992)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1986–1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Vanagon Syncro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWithout ABS. Same OE number is commonly listed; \u003cem\u003econfirm against your old unit\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVanagon with ABS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — ABS vans use a different master cylinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Bus (Bay Window)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — different master cylinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1993–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW EuroVan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — see our JP Group EuroVan master cylinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment comes from EMPI, the US distributor for JP Group. If your van has had a brake conversion or a later booster swap, compare the bore size and mounting flange on your old cylinder before ordering. Send us your year, model and VIN if you want us to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP-3008-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOE reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e251 611 021 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP Group reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1161100700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e707924536690\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.81 mm (15\/16 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTandem (dual circuit), for vehicles without ABS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP Group (Denmark), distributed in the US by EMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.07 lb (EMPI published)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 x 3 x 4 in (EMPI published)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne brake master cylinder, as shown.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluid reservoir and reservoir grommets (reuse yours or buy new grommets).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake booster, brake lines, brake light switches and brake fluid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe master cylinder turns pedal pressure into hydraulic pressure for both brake circuits. On a Vanagon that is 30-plus years old the seals inside wear and the bore pits, often because brake fluid was not changed often enough. Typical symptoms are a pedal that slowly sinks to the floor at a stop light, a pedal that feels soft even after a full bleed, fluid loss with no visible leak at the wheels (fluid leaks past the rear seal into the booster), or a brake warning light. Because the Vanagon is heavy and often loaded with camping gear, a tired master cylinder is a real safety problem, not just an annoyance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJP Group is a Danish supplier that has specialised in classic Volkswagen and Porsche parts for decades, and EMPI distributes the range in the USA. We also list an IAP-brand cylinder to the same OE number 251 611 021 C; this listing is the JP Group version, so you can choose the brand you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBench bleed the new master cylinder before you fit it. This saves a lot of time at the wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSiphon the old fluid out of the reservoir, then pull the reservoir off its grommets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUndo the brake lines and the brake light switch wiring, then the two nuts holding the cylinder to the booster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the booster pushrod adjustment; the new cylinder should not be pre-loaded by the pushrod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit new reservoir grommets, refill with fresh DOT 4 fluid and bleed the whole system, starting with the wheel farthest from the master cylinder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the Bentley Vanagon manual for torque values and the bleed sequence, or have a qualified mechanic fit it. Test the brakes at low speed before driving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit my 1985 Vanagon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, if it does not have ABS. EMPI lists the Transporter T3 (Vanagon) 1979–1992 without ABS; in the US that is the 1980–1991 Vanagon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as OE 251 611 021 C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. EMPI lists 251 611 021 C as the OE reference and JP Group 1161100700 as the maker's number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat bore size is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e23.81 mm, which is 15\/16 inch, tandem (dual circuit).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit a Vanagon with ABS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. ABS-equipped vans use a different master cylinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a reservoir?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo reservoir is listed. Reuse your reservoir and fit new grommets if the old ones are hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it new or rebuilt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew JP Group part, not a rebuild. No core charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou also sell an IAP version, what is the difference?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are made to the same OE number 251 611 021 C. This is the JP Group (Denmark) brand supplied by EMPI; the IAP version is a separate listing. Pick the brand you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh DOT 4 brake fluid, and new reservoir grommets are a good idea. Bleed the whole system after fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-vanagon\"\u003eVW Vanagon Parts\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/brakes\"\u003eBrakes \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.p65warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JP Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67100921725043,"sku":"JP-3008-0","price":57.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/JP-3008-0.jpg?v=1793700553","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/jp-group-brake-master-cylinder-23-81-mm-non-abs-vw-vanagon-1980-1991-oe-251-611-021-c-jp-3008-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}