JP Group Window Crank Handle, Brown, Left or Right | Porsche 914 1973–1976, 924 1977–1982 & 944, VW Super Beetle 1975–1980 | OE 321 837 581 A (JP-8710-0)
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JP Group Window Crank Handle, Brown — Porsche 914, 924 & 944, VW Super Beetle (JP-8710-0)
Short answer: JP-8710-0 is a brown plastic window crank (window winder handle) that fits either front door, left or right. EMPI lists it for the 1973–1976 Porsche 914, 1977–1982 Porsche 924, 1984 Porsche 944 and 1975–1980 VW Super Beetle. It replaces OE 321 837 581 A (the 321 837 581 crank also used across many 1970s–1980s VWs), JP Group ref 8188300800. Sold each.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1973–1976 | Porsche 914 | Front left or right, per EMPI |
| 1977–1982 | Porsche 924 | Front left or right, per EMPI |
| 1984 | Porsche 944 | Manual windows, per EMPI |
| 1975–1980 | VW Super Beetle (and Beetle) | Front left or right, per EMPI (EMPI's list continues beyond what we could read) |
| Any | Cars with power windows | Does not fit |
| 1950–1972 | Porsche 356, early 911 and early Beetle | Does not fit: different spline and handle design |
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Part number | JP Group JP-8710-0 |
| OE reference | 321 837 581 A |
| JP Group reference | 8188300800 |
| UPC | 707924541205 |
| Color | Brown |
| Position | Front left or right (one handle fits either side) |
| Sold as | Each |
| Shipping weight | 0.3 lb estimate (not published) |
What's Included
- One brown window crank handle
Not Included
- Trim cap / cover, escutcheon (trim ring) and spacer
- Retaining screw or clip
- Window regulator
Why It Matters
Plastic window cranks get brittle with age and sun. The spline inside the handle strips, so the handle spins without moving the glass, or the arm snaps when you wind a stiff window. Brown interiors were common on 914s, 924s and late Super Beetles, and a black replacement stands out. A new brown crank restores the correct color and a firm grip on the regulator.
Installation Notes
- Pry off the trim cap and remove the retaining screw (or release the clip) to remove the old handle.
- Check that the regulator spline is not worn; a stripped regulator shaft will strip a new handle too.
- Set the handle at the same angle as the other door with the window fully closed, then refit the screw and cap.
- If the window is stiff, clean and lubricate the glass channels and regulator rather than forcing the handle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it fit my 1975 Porsche 914?
Yes, EMPI lists 1973–1976 914s, either door.
Left or right — how do I tell?
It fits both. One handle works on either front door.
Is this the same as OE 321 837 581 A?
Yes. JP Group cross-references JP-8710-0 to 321 837 581 A.
Does it fit my 1978 Super Beetle?
Yes, EMPI lists 1975–1980 Super Beetles.
Does it come with the trim cap?
No. Reuse your cap and escutcheon.
Is it new?
Yes, a new JP Group part.
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