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| MajorMojo |
 Jan 8 2026, 12:47 PM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 4 Joined: 16-August 22 From: Canada Member No.: 26,779 Region Association: Canada  |
I'm looking for a set of std size main bearings for my '72 1.7. Mahle part 021 198 481 A. Every single parts supplier I've found online (and my local machine shop) says they are out of stock. Are they NLA or something? There has to be some sitting in a warehouse somewhere...
Anyone have any insight into this situation or potential source for me? Thx |
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| Jack Standz |
Jun 19 2026, 10:46 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 841 Joined: 15-November 19 From: Happy Place (& surrounding area) Member No.: 23,644 Region Association: None 
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You can measure the case and crankshaft with a micrometer if you have one or get one. Also, this tool works too:
https://thedubshop.com/vw-type-4-case-and-c...-gauging-tools/ One other option is to cut the crankshaft and/or case to fit the bearings that are available. Not a great option, but it may allow you to finish your motor. |
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MajorMojo Std main bearings unobtanium? Jan 8 2026, 12:47 PM
porschetub
I'm looking for a set of std size main bearin... Jan 8 2026, 02:58 PM pfreiburger Hello - After some searching, I found that LN engi... Jan 9 2026, 12:38 AM cgnj Silverline is out of business. Last set I bought t... Jan 9 2026, 12:45 AM 914Sixer I have a set of standard main bearing made by ITM. Jan 9 2026, 07:06 AM VaccaRabite This happens from time to time. There was a beari... Jan 9 2026, 09:44 AM MajorMojo Thanks for the info. I made some more calls and 1)... Jan 9 2026, 11:51 AM neyen14 Seems like main bearings are still not available a... Jun 19 2026, 09:37 AM
ChrisFoley
Seems like main bearings are still not available ... Jun 19 2026, 10:26 AM
Montreal914 They are in .010" increments, which is pretty... Jun 19 2026, 11:10 AM cgnj @neyen14
You will need to confirm your case firs... Jun 19 2026, 03:01 PM Jack Standz
Seems like main bearings are still not available ... Jun 19 2026, 10:36 AM |
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