JP Group Front Cab Door Step Repair Panel, Inner, Left or Right | VW Vanagon 1980–1991 | Ref 955732-3 / 955732-4 (JP-3220-0 / JP-3221-0)
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JP Group Front Cab Door Step Repair Panel, Inner, Left or Right — VW Vanagon 1980–1991 (JP-3220-0 / JP-3221-0)
Short answer: JP Group JP-3220-0 (left) and JP-3221-0 (right) are weld-in steel inner repair panels for the front cab door steps of the 1980–1991 VW Vanagon (T3). EMPI lists reference 955732-3 (left) and 955732-4 (right), JP refs 1180300171 / 1180300181. They replace the rusted inner section of the step well. Sold each.
Part numbers: JP-3220-0 · ref 955732-3 · JP 1180300171 · UPC 707924570175 — JP-3221-0 · ref 955732-4 · JP 1180300181 · UPC 707924570533
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1980–1991 | VW Vanagon (incl. GL, Westfalia, Syncro) | JP-3220-0 left, JP-3221-0 right, front cab door step, inner (EMPI) |
| 1980–1992 | VW T3 / T25 (Europe) | Same body (T3 per EMPI) |
| 1968–1979 | VW Bay Window Bus | Does not fit |
| 1992–2003 | VW EuroVan | Does not fit |
EMPI gives 955732-3 / -4 as the reference; this is a repair-panel number, not a VW part number. JP Group also makes an outer step repair (955732-1 / -2). Compare the photo with your rusted area to choose inner or outer, or order both for a full step rebuild.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), US distributor EMPI |
| Part numbers | JP-3220-0 (left), JP-3221-0 (right) |
| Repair panel reference | 955732-3 (left), 955732-4 (right) |
| JP Group reference | 1180300171 / 1180300181 |
| UPC | 707924570175 / 707924570533 |
| Material | Pressed steel, weld-in |
| Position | Front cab door step, inner section |
| Sold as | Each |
| Shipping weight | Approx. 3 lb (estimate, not yet measured) |
| Condition | New |
Which one do I need?
| Version | Part # | Fits | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Left (JP-3220-0) | JP-3220-0 | Left inner | $88.95 |
| Right (JP-3221-0) | JP-3221-0 | Right inner | $88.95 |
What's Included
- One inner front cab door step repair panel for the side you select
Not Included
- Outer step repair section or wheel arch lip
- Step rubber / lining (251 863 735 / 736)
- Seam sealer, primer, paint, welding supplies
Why It Matters
The front cab steps are one of the classic Vanagon rust spots. Water and dirt come in with every door opening, sit behind the step rubber, and rot the step from the inside out. Left alone the rot spreads into the door pillar, the wheel arch and the floor, and it lets water and road noise into the cab.
A pressed repair panel is far quicker and stronger than shaping patches by hand, and it keeps the original step shape so the rubber and door seal sit correctly. JP Group is a Danish maker of replacement parts for classic and later Volkswagens, sold in the US through EMPI. Washburn's Metal in Orange, CA lists each JP part with its VW OE number and JP reference so you can check it against your old part before you order.
Installation Notes
- This is a weld-in panel. Fit it in a body shop or with MIG or spot-weld equipment.
- Remove the step rubber and cut out only the rotten metal. Trial-fit the panel and mark the cut line before cutting.
- Treat any rust behind the panel and use weld-through primer on the joining flanges.
- Tack, check the door gap and step shape, then finish the weld and seal every seam.
- Prime, seam-seal and paint, and use cavity wax inside the step box before refitting the rubber.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it fit my 1985 Vanagon?
Yes. EMPI lists both panels for the 1980–1991 Vanagon.
Left or right — how do I tell?
Left is the driver side on a US van. JP-3220-0 is left (955732-3), JP-3221-0 is right (955732-4).
Is this the inner or the outer step?
These are the inner sections. The outer step repair is a different JP panel (955732-1 / -2).
Is 955732-3 a VW part number?
No. It is the repair-panel reference EMPI lists. VW sells the step as part of larger panels.
Is it a bolt-on part?
No. It must be welded in.
Does it fit a Westfalia or Syncro?
Yes. The cab steps are the same on all 1980–1991 Vanagons.
Is it new?
Yes, new JP Group steel.
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