JP Group Window Crank & Inner Door Handle Escutcheon, Black | Porsche 356 / 356A / 356B / 356C & VW Beetle | OE 113 837 235 S (JP-8557-0)
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JP Group Window Crank & Inner Door Handle Escutcheon, Black — Porsche 356 & VW (JP-8557-0)
Short answer: JP Group JP-8557-0 is the black plastic escutcheon (trim rosette) that sits behind the window crank or inner door handle on the door panel. EMPI lists it for the Porsche 356, 356A, 356B and 356C (1948–1965), front left and right, and the VW Type 1 Beetle. OE 113 837 235 S; JP ref. 8187100906. Sold each.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1948–1955 | Porsche 356 (pre-A) | Front left and right, per EMPI |
| 1955–1959 | Porsche 356A | Per EMPI |
| 1960–1963 | Porsche 356B | Per EMPI |
| 1964–1965 | Porsche 356C | Per EMPI |
| to 1967 | VW Beetle & Karmann Ghia | EMPI names this a Type 1 part; its fitment list is cut off. Fitment to confirm by model year |
| 1968–1979 | VW Beetle | Does not fit — later cars use a different crank cover |
Fitment comes from EMPI, the US distributor for JP Group. If your vehicle has been modified or parts have been swapped over the years, compare your old part or the OE number before ordering. Questions? Contact us with your year, model and chassis number and we will check it for you.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | JP-8557-0 |
| OE reference | 113 837 235 S |
| JP Group reference | 8187100906 |
| UPC | 707924528923 |
| Color | Black |
| Use | Window crank or inner door handle |
| Sold as | Each |
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed in the US by EMPI |
| Condition | New |
| Shipping weight | Approx. 0.1 lb (estimate) |
| Package size | 4 x 3 x 1 in (estimate) |
What's Included
- One black escutcheon.
Not Included
- Window crank, door handle, spring or retaining pin.
- A full car usually needs four (two cranks, two handles).
Why It Matters
The escutcheon is a small round trim piece that covers the hole in the door panel where the window crank or the inner door handle shaft comes through. It also holds the anti-rattle spring behind the handle. Old escutcheons crack, go brittle, fade or get lost when door panels come off. A missing one leaves a ragged hole in the door card and lets the handle wobble. A new set is the easiest way to finish a door panel job on a 356 or an early Beetle.
JP Group is a Danish supplier that has specialised in classic Volkswagen and Porsche parts for decades, and EMPI distributes the range in the USA. Their parts are made to match the original design, so they fit without the guesswork that comes with generic replacements.
Installation Notes
- Push the door panel in slightly and press the escutcheon back to expose the handle retaining pin.
- Push the pin out with a small punch and slide the handle off the shaft.
- Fit the new escutcheon and spring over the shaft, then refit the handle and pin.
- Line the handle up with the others on the car before you fit the pin.
- Follow the factory workshop manual (Bentley or VW) for your model. If in doubt, have a qualified mechanic fit the part.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this fit my 1958 356A?
Yes. EMPI lists the 356A 1955–1959, front left and right.
Window crank or door handle?
Both. The same escutcheon is used behind the window crank and the inner door handle.
How many do I need?
Usually four for a two-door car: two cranks and two handles.
Is this the same as 113 837 235 S?
Yes. EMPI lists 113 837 235 S as the OE reference.
Does it fit my 1972 Beetle?
No. 1968 and later Beetles use a different crank cover.
Is it new?
Yes, new JP Group part.
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⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.
