JP Group Brake Shoe Adjusting Screw (Star Adjuster) | VW Bus 1949–1979 Front & Rear Drums | OE 211 609 209 (JP-8328-0)
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JP Group Brake Shoe Adjusting Screw (Star Adjuster) | VW Bus 1949–1979 Front & Rear Drums | OE 211 609 209 (JP-8328-0)
Short answer: The JP Group JP-8328-0 is the brake shoe adjusting screw that threads into the star-wheel adjuster nut of VW Bus drum brakes. EMPI lists it for the 1949–1979 Bus, front and rear (fronts are drums through 1970). It replaces VW OE 211 609 209 (JP Group ref. 8163850406). Sold each; each brake uses two.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1949–1967 | VW Split Window Bus | Front & rear drums, per EMPI |
| 1968–1970 | VW Bay Window Bus | Front & rear drums |
| 1971–1979 | VW Bay Window Bus | Rear drums only (front discs) |
| Beetle / Ghia | Not this part | Beetle uses 131 609 209 |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | JP-8328-0 |
| OE reference | 211 609 209 (211 609 209 A per other catalogs) |
| JP Group reference | 8163850406 |
| UPC | 707924526639 |
| Material | Steel |
| Sold as | Each (2 per brake) |
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed in the US by EMPI |
| Condition | New |
| Shipping weight | approx. 0.1 lb (estimate) |
| Package size | 3 x 3 x 1 in (estimated) |
What's Included / Not Included
- Included: One adjusting screw.
- Not included: Star adjusting nut, spring clip, shoes or return springs.
Why It Matters
VW drum brakes are adjusted by turning a star nut on this screw through the hole in the backing plate. When the screw rusts solid or its slot is mangled, the brakes can't be adjusted, so the pedal gets long, the van pulls and the handbrake stops holding. Seized screws often snap when someone tries to free them. New screws with clean threads make adjustment easy again.
Installation Notes
- Clean the adjuster bore in the wheel cylinder or backing plate and the star nut threads.
- Apply a thin film of high-temperature brake grease to the threads, keeping it off the shoes and drum.
- Fit the slotted end into the brake shoe web the same way the old one came out.
- Adjust the shoes per the workshop manual until the drum just drags, then back off slightly.
- Replace adjusters on both sides of an axle at the same time.
- We do not publish torque values here; use the factory workshop manual for your vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the JP-8328-0 fit my 1966 Bus?
Yes. EMPI lists the 1949–1979 Bus, front and rear.
Does it fit my 1975 Bus?
Rear drums, yes per EMPI. 1971-on Buses have front disc brakes.
Does it fit a Beetle?
No. Beetles use a different screw (131 609 209).
Is this the same as VW 211 609 209?
Yes. JP Group lists 211 609 209 as the OE reference.
How many do I need?
Two per brake. Sold each.
Is the star nut included?
No, this is the screw only.
Is it new?
Yes, it is a new JP Group part.
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