JP Group Fuel Tank, 40 L Steel | VW Super Beetle 1971–1974 Carbureted (1302 / 1303) | OE 133 201 075 F (JP-8136-0)
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JP Group Fuel Tank, 40 L Steel — VW Super Beetle 1971–1974 Carbureted (JP-8136-0)
Short answer: JP-8136-0 is a new steel replacement fuel tank for the carbureted VW Super Beetle (1302 and 1303), 1971–1974. EMPI lists it for 1970–1974 Beetles and cross-references it to VW OE 133 201 075 F (JP Group ref 8115600301). The tank holds about 40 liters (10.6 US gallons). It mounts in the front trunk and is sold each, without the sending unit or cap.
Part numbers: JP-8136-0 · OE 133 201 075 F · JP Group 8115600301 · UPC 707924524710 · also cross-listed by Mid America with EMPI 95-2002-B / 95-2003-B.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1971–1974 | VW Super Beetle (1302 / 1303), carbureted | Per EMPI (listed 1970–1974 Beetle) and OE 133 201 075 F |
| 1973–1974 | VW Super Beetle Convertible, carbureted | Same tank family |
| 1975–1979 | VW Super Beetle / Convertible, fuel injected | Does not fit — injected cars use the dual-port return tank 133 201 075 G |
| 1968–1977 | VW Standard Beetle (torsion bar front) | Does not fit — Standard Beetles use the 113 201 075 tank family |
| Any | Karmann Ghia, Type 3, Bus | Does not fit |
How to tell: A Super Beetle has MacPherson strut front suspension and a curved or flat windshield with a larger front trunk. If your car has torsion bars across the front beam, it is a Standard Beetle and needs a different tank.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed by EMPI |
| Part number | JP-8136-0 |
| OE reference | 133 201 075 F |
| JP Group reference | 8115600301 |
| UPC | 707924524710 |
| Capacity | About 40 L / 10.6 US gal (per Mid America for 133 201 075 F) |
| Material | Steel |
| Fuel outlet | Single outlet, carbureted |
| Shipping weight | Approx. 18 lb (estimate) |
| Carton | Approx. 30 x 22 x 14 in (estimate); ships oversize |
| Sold as | Each |
What's Included
- One new steel fuel tank.
Not Included
- Fuel sending unit and sending unit seal
- Fuel cap, filler neck hose and vent hoses
- Tank strap or hold-down hardware and the tank-to-body seal
- Fuel outlet strainer and fuel hose
Why It Matters
Fifty-year-old Super Beetle tanks rust from the inside. The flakes clog the outlet strainer, the fuel filter and the carburetor jets, which causes stalling, surging and engines that die after a few miles. Many tanks also rust through along the bottom seam or under the old tar seal and start to weep fuel into the trunk, which is a real fire risk right in front of the driver. Cleaning and coating an old tank sometimes works, but a new tank is the reliable fix when it is pitted or leaking. Fit a new sending unit seal and fresh hoses at the same time.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect the battery and work in a well-ventilated area, away from any flame or spark.
- Drain the old tank, then disconnect the fuel line, sending unit wire, filler hose and vent hoses.
- Clean the new tank interior if it was shipped with a rust-preventive coating (Mid America notes this for the 133 201 075 F type), and flush it before filling.
- Fit a new tank-to-body seal and the tank straps, transfer or replace the sending unit with a new seal, and use new ethanol-rated hoses and clamps.
- Fill a few gallons first and check every connection for leaks before filling completely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this fit my 1972 Super Beetle?
Yes. 1971–1974 carbureted Super Beetles use OE 133 201 075 F, which JP-8136-0 replaces.
Does it fit my 1976 Super Beetle?
No. 1975–1979 fuel-injected cars need the return-line tank 133 201 075 G.
Does it fit a Standard Beetle?
No. Standard (torsion bar) Beetles use a different tank shape.
Is this the same as OE 133 201 075 F?
Yes. EMPI and JP Group cross-reference JP-8136-0 to VW 133 201 075 F.
Does it come with the sending unit or cap?
No. Re-use your sending unit with a new seal, or buy a new one.
Is it new or used?
New, supplied by JP Group of Denmark through EMPI.
Will it ship by ground?
Yes. It ships by ground in an oversize carton.
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