Master Cylinder Plug, Fits Type 1 Beetle 67-71 Bus 67-79, Ea

OVERVIEW

When it comes to the safety of your vintage Volkswagen, the braking system is the one area where you can never afford to cut corners. This EMPI Master Cylinder Plug, often referred to as a master cylinder grommet, serves as the critical seal between the plastic brake fluid reservoir feed lines and the master cylinder itself. Over decades of service, the original rubber components are subjected to extreme heat cycles and the corrosive nature of brake fluid, leading to hardening, cracking, and eventual failure. A compromised grommet doesn''t just cause a messy leak; it can allow air to be drawn into the hydraulic system, resulting in a spongy pedal or a complete loss of braking pressure. Replacing these small but vital components is a mandatory step for any enthusiast performing a master cylinder replacement or a comprehensive brake system overhaul on a late-sixties or seventies air-cooled VW.

This specific master cylinder plug is designed to meet the rigorous demands of dual-circuit brake systems, which became standard in 1967. It features a precision-molded profile that ensures a tight, leak-proof interference fit within the 15mm bore of the master cylinder body. Whether you are restoring a show-winning Karmann Ghia or maintaining a daily-driven Bay Window Bus, using high-quality EMPI components ensures that your hydraulic connections remain vacuum-tight and secure. Don''t risk your safety by reusing old, brittle grommets that have lost their elasticity. This replacement plug provides the peace of mind that comes with a factory-tight seal, ensuring that every drop of brake fluid stays where it belongs while keeping moisture and contaminants out of your hydraulic lines.

FITMENT

• Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle: 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971
• Volkswagen Type 1 Super Beetle: 1971
• Volkswagen Type 2 Bus (Bay Window): 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979
• Volkswagen Karmann Ghia: 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971

SPECS

• Part Number: 211-611-817A
• Manufacturer: EMPI
• Material: High-density, brake-fluid resistant elastomer
• Grommet Outer Diameter (OD): 16.75mm
• Grommet Inner Diameter (ID): 7.50mm
• Required Master Cylinder Bore Diameter: 15.00mm
• Application: Dual-circuit master cylinder reservoir feed lines
• Quantity: Sold Individually (Each)

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