{"product_id":"jp-group-lightweight-flywheel-200mm-8-dowel-12v-vw-type-1-jp-8649-0","title":"JP Group Lightweight Flywheel, 200 mm, 8-Dowel, 12 V 130 Teeth | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 \u0026 Thing 1967–1979 | AC105770 (JP-8649-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJP Group Lightweight Flywheel, 200 mm, 8-Dowel, 12 V 130 Teeth | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 \u0026amp; Thing 1967–1979 | AC105770 (JP-8649-0)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The JP Group JP-8649-0 is a lightened 200 mm flywheel for the air-cooled VW Type 1 engine. It has the 8-dowel crank pattern, a 130-tooth ring gear for 12-volt starters, and takes a 200 mm clutch. EMPI lists 1967–1979 Beetle, Super Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Type 3 and Thing. Ref AC105770, JP Group 8110451000, OE-style 311 105 271 L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\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\u003e1967–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Beetle \u0026amp; Super Beetle 1300–1600 (12 V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer EMPI; needs an 8-dowel crankshaft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1967–1974\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Karmann Ghia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer EMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1967–1973\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Type 3 Fastback, Squareback, Notchback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer EMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1973–1974\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Thing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePer EMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAny\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-dowel crankshafts — does not fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrill the crank for 8 dowels, or use a 4-dowel flywheel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAny\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6-volt starters (109 teeth) — does not fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130-tooth 12 V only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\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-8649-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC105770\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP Group reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8110451000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOE-style reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e311 105 271 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e707924539806\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClutch size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDowel pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-dowel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRing gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130 teeth, 12 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightened\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\u003e14 lb (estimate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 x 12 x 3 in (estimate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne lightweight 200 mm flywheel with ring gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClutch disc and pressure plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGland nut, dowel pins, felt washer or O-ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lighter flywheel lets the engine rev up and drop back more quickly. On a street engine you feel quicker throttle response and easier rev matching. It is a common upgrade on a performance 1600 or a stroker build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 8-dowel pattern gives a much stronger crank-to-flywheel joint than the stock 4-dowel design, which matters if you add power. Replace a flywheel with a worn ring gear, cracks or a step worn into the friction face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm your crankshaft is drilled for 8 dowels before you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit new dowel pins, a new O-ring and a new felt washer in the gland nut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet crankshaft end play with shims, using the method in your workshop manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque the gland nut to the factory value and lock it as your manual says.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a matching 200 mm clutch and check the starter engages cleanly with the 130-tooth gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe do not publish torque values here; use the factory workshop manual (Bentley) for your vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit my 1971 Beetle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, with a 12-volt 1300–1600 engine and a crank drilled for 8 dowels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI have a 4-dowel crank. Will it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Have the crank and flywheel drilled for 8 dowels, or use a 4-dowel flywheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat clutch do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 200 mm clutch disc and pressure plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it 12 volt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 130-tooth ring gear for 12-volt starters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it new?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. New, from JP Group of Denmark, sold through EMPI.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as AC105770?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEMPI lists reference AC105770 and JP Group 8110451000.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat weight is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEMPI lists 6.34 lb, which looks low for a 200 mm steel flywheel; we ship on an estimate. Ask us if you need the exact weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine\"\u003eEngine Parts \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e\u003cb\u003eCalifornia Prop 65 Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and\/or lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. Legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JP Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67101127442547,"sku":"JP-8649-0","price":102.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/JP-8649-0.jpg?v=1793702686","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/jp-group-lightweight-flywheel-200mm-8-dowel-12v-vw-type-1-jp-8649-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}