MAHLE Piston & Cylinder Set, 85.5 mm x 69 mm, 1600cc | VW Type 1 Beetle, Karmann Ghia & Type 3 | OE 311 198 069 B (JP-8108-0)
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MAHLE Piston & Cylinder Set, 85.5 mm Bore, 69 mm Stroke, 1600cc — VW Type 1 (JP-8108-0)
Short answer: JP Group JP-8108-0 is a MAHLE piston and cylinder set of four, 85.5 mm bore for the stock 69 mm stroke crank: the standard 1600cc set for the air-cooled VW Type 1 engine. EMPI lists 1970–1974 Karmann Ghia and 1970–1973 Type 3. It replaces VW OE 311 198 069 B. JP ref 8110701412.
Part numbers: JP-8108-0 · OE 311 198 069 B · JP 8110701412 · UPC 707924524437
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1970–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia 1600 | 69 mm crank, 85.5 mm bore (EMPI) |
| 1970–1973 | VW Type 3 Fastback / Squareback 1600 | 69 mm crank, 85.5 mm bore (EMPI) |
| 1971–1979 | VW Beetle / Super Beetle 1600 (dual port) | Same Type 1 1600 set (311 198 069 B) |
| 1968–1971 | VW Bus with Type 1 1600 | Same Type 1 1600 set |
| 1972–1979 | Bus with Type 4 engine | Does not fit — see JP-8109-0 / Type 4 sets |
| All | 1200 / 1300 / 1500 engines | Does not fit without case and head machining |
EMPI's fitment list for this set is truncated after the Type 3 entries. 85.5 x 69 mm is the factory 1600cc Type 1 size used across Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 and Bus. EMPI's description lists the cylinder spigots as 94 mm upper and 90 mm lower.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | MAHLE, packed by JP Group (EMPI) |
| Part number | JP-8108-0 |
| VW OE number | 311 198 069 B |
| JP Group reference | 8110701412 |
| UPC | 707924524437 |
| Bore x stroke | 85.5 mm x 69 mm (1584cc, "1600") |
| Cylinder spigot | 94 mm upper / 90 mm lower (EMPI) |
| Quantity | Set of 4 |
| Sold as | Set |
| Shipping weight | Approx. 30 lb (estimate, not yet measured) |
| Condition | New |
What's Included
- 4 cylinders
- 4 pistons with piston rings
- Wrist pins and clips (as packed by MAHLE)
Not Included
- Cylinder base and head gaskets / shims
- Connecting rods or bushings
- Assembly lube
Why It Matters
Worn pistons and cylinders show up as blue smoke, oil use, low compression and blow-by. On an air-cooled VW the cylinders are separate, so a top-end rebuild replaces all four with a matched set.
MAHLE is an original-equipment supplier for VW pistons, and this is the stock 1600 size, so no case or head machining is needed on a 1600 engine. JP Group is a Danish parts supplier that packs engine internals from the big German makers (MAHLE, KS / Kolbenschmidt) for classic VW engines, sold in the US through EMPI. Washburn's Metal in Orange, CA lists each one with its VW OE number and JP reference so you can match it to your engine.
Installation Notes
- Check deck height and use the correct cylinder base shims to set compression.
- Gap and orient the rings per MAHLE instructions.
- Fit wrist-pin clips with the gap away from the slot and check both clips on every piston.
- Torque the heads in stages to the VW spec and break in the engine as MAHLE advises.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it fit my 1972 Super Beetle?
Yes. It is the standard 1600 dual-port Type 1 size (85.5 x 69 mm).
Does it fit my 1975 Bus?
No. 1972–1979 Buses use the Type 4 engine.
Is this the same as VW 311 198 069 B?
Yes. EMPI lists JP-8108-0 as OE 311 198 069 B.
Do I need to machine my case?
Not for a 1600 engine. 1200–1500 cases need machining for 85.5 mm.
Are rings included?
Yes, MAHLE sets come with rings, pins and clips.
Is it new?
Yes, new MAHLE.
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