{"product_id":"jp-group-shift-rod-bushing-front-vw-bus-1967-1973-oe-211-711-197-jp-8245-0","title":"JP Group Shift Rod Bushing, Front | VW Bus 1967–1973 | OE 211 711 197 (JP-8245-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJP Group Shift Rod Bushing, Front | VW Bus 1967–1973 | OE 211 711 197 (JP-8245-0)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e JP Group JP-8245-0 is the front shift rod bushing for the VW Bus, listed by EMPI for 1967–1973 (JP: Transporter T1 1.2–1.5 08\/66–07\/67 and T2 1.6–1.7 08\/67–07\/73). It supports the shift rod and replaces OE 211 711 197 (JP ref 8131500406). Sold each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e JP-8245-0 · OE 211 711 197 · JP 8131500406 · UPC 707924525809\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Split Bus 1.2–1.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP data 08\/66–07\/67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968–1973\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Bay Window Bus 1.6–1.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront. EMPI fitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1974–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot listed; later Buses use a different front bushing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment comes from EMPI, the US distributor for JP Group, checked against the OE number. Where a row says \"not confirmed\", compare with your old part or ask us before you order.\u003c\/p\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\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP Group (Denmark), distributed by EMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP-8245-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOE \/ cross reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e211 711 197\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP Group reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8131500406\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e707924525809\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront shift rod\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\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 0.25 lb (estimate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 x 2 x 1 in (estimated)\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\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne shift rod bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShift rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoupler and boots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA worn front shift rod bushing lets the long Bus shift rod move around. The shifter feels vague, gears are hard to find and the lever can buzz. Replacing the bushing is the cheapest way to firm up a Bus shifter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWashburn's Metal also makes a Delrin bushing for the 1966–1973 Bus (BS02). This JP Group part is the OE-style replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJP Group is a Danish maker of replacement parts for classic Volkswagens and Porsches. Its parts are sold under the JP Group, Dansk and Classic names, and EMPI is its US distributor. Washburn's Metal in Orange, California lists each JP part with its VW or Porsche OE number and its JP Group reference, so you can check it against your old part, your parts book or the stamp on the original before you order. If you are not sure whether this part fits your car, send us your year, model, chassis number and engine code and we will check it for you before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark the shift rod and coupler position before removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly grease the new bushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the rest of the linkage, including the rear bushing and coupler, at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest all gears with the engine off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the torque values and procedures in a factory or Bentley service manual for your car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit my 1971 Bus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, EMPI lists 1967–1973.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit my 1977 Bus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot listed by EMPI. Later Buses use a different part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as 211 711 197?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, EMPI lists that OE number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront or rear?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEMPI lists it as the front bushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the shift coupler and rear bushing too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it new?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-shift-linkage-shifters\"\u003eVW Shift Linkage \u0026amp; Shifters\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-bus\"\u003eVW Bus \/ Type 2 Parts\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wm-legal\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003eVolkswagen® and Porsche® model names are trademarks of their owners. Washburn's Metal is not affiliated with or endorsed by Volkswagen AG or Porsche AG. Part numbers are for reference only.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e\u003cb\u003eCalifornia Prop 65 Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JP Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67100843606131,"sku":"JP-8245-0","price":1.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/8131500406.jpg?v=1793698647","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/jp-group-shift-rod-bushing-front-vw-bus-1967-1973-oe-211-711-197-jp-8245-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}