JP Group Cab Entry Step Rubber, Left or Right | VW Vanagon 1980–1991 | OE 251 863 735 / 736 (JP-8409-0 / JP-8410-0)
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JP Group Cab Entry Step Rubber, Left or Right — VW Vanagon (JP-8409-0 / JP-8410-0)
Short answer: JP Group JP-8409-0 (left) and JP-8410-0 (right) are rubber step linings for the front cab door entry step of the VW Vanagon. EMPI lists them for 1983–1991; the VW numbers 251 863 735 (left) and 251 863 736 (right) cover 1980–1992 T3, including Syncro. JP refs 8181550270 / 8181550280. Sold each.
Part numbers: Left JP-8409-0 · VW OE 251 863 735 · JP 8181550270 · UPC 707924527445 | Right JP-8410-0 · VW OE 251 863 736 · JP 8181550280 · UPC 707924527452
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1983–1991 | VW Vanagon incl. Westfalia (US) | Per EMPI; front cab entry step |
| 1980–1992 | VW Transporter T3 / Vanagon, incl. Syncro | Per VW OE 251 863 735 / 736 application |
| 1980–1982 | VW Vanagon air-cooled | Fitment confirm — the VW number covers these years, EMPI lists 1983 on |
| 1968–1979 | VW Bay Window Bus | Does not fit — the Bay uses 211 863 735/736 |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark) |
| Part numbers | JP-8409-0 (left), JP-8410-0 (right) |
| VW OE references | 251 863 735 (left), 251 863 736 (right) |
| JP Group references | 8181550270 / 8181550280 |
| UPC | 707924527445 / 707924527452 |
| Material | Rubber (EMPI: UV-treated) |
| Position | Front cab door entry step, inner |
| Sold as | Each |
| Weight | Not published — shipping estimate 1 lb |
What's Included / Not Included
- Included: one step rubber for the side you select.
- Not included: the opposite side, step repair metal, adhesive or clips.
Why It Matters
Every time you climb into a Vanagon cab you stand on the entry step rubber. After decades of boots, sun and water the original rubber shrinks, cracks, tears at the edges and comes loose. Water then sits under the loose rubber against the steel step, which is one of the most common rust spots on a Vanagon.
A new step rubber gives a safe, grippy foothold, keeps water off the step metal and makes the cab entry look right again. It is one of the cheapest ways to make a tired Vanagon look cared for.
If you find rust under the old rubber, repair the step metal before fitting the new one. Covering rust with new rubber only hides it.
Installation Notes
- Peel out the old rubber and clean the step completely. Remove old adhesive and treat any surface rust.
- Test-fit the new rubber. Warm it in the sun or with a hair dryer to make it flexible.
- Use a weather-strip or contact adhesive suitable for rubber to steel if the old one was glued.
- Press it down from the center outward so no air or water pockets are left underneath.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it fit my 1985 Vanagon Westfalia?
Yes. EMPI lists it for 1983–1991 Vanagons, which includes Westfalias.
Left or right — how do I tell?
Left is the driver side on a US van (JP-8409-0). Right is the passenger side (JP-8410-0).
Is it the same as VW 251 863 735 / 736?
Yes. EMPI lists 251 863 735 for the left and 251 863 736 for the right. The VW parts are discontinued.
Does it fit a Syncro?
The VW number lists the Vanagon Syncro, so it should fit. EMPI does not list Syncro separately.
Will it fit my 1981 Vanagon?
Not confirmed. The VW number covers 1980 on, but EMPI lists 1983–1991. Compare with your old rubber.
What else do I need?
Rubber-to-metal adhesive if yours was glued, and rust treatment for the step underneath.
Is it new?
Yes, new JP Group rubber.
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⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65): 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 www.p65warnings.ca.gov. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.
