Kolbenschmidt 87998610 Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set

Kolbenschmidt Connecting Rod Bearing Set for Vanagon

Kolbenschmidt part number 87998610 is an engine connecting rod bearing set for repair stage 0,25. It is specified for 1983-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon applications and is built for engine rebuild work where precise bearing sizing matters. If you are servicing a Volkswagen Vanagon engine and need a 0.25 mm undersize bearing solution, this set matches the listed application.

Key Features

• Engine connecting rod bearing set for cylinder block component service
• Repair stage: 0,25 for undersize rebuild applications
• Component number 85001610
• Kolbenschmidt 87998610 for Volkswagen Vanagon engine repair
• Direct fitment listing for 1983-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon

Application Details

This Kolbenschmidt connecting rod bearing set is intended for engine rebuild and bearing replacement work on the Volkswagen Vanagon. The 0,25 repair stage indicates an undersize service part used when crankshaft journals have been machined to the specified dimension. For technicians and engine builders searching for Volkswagen Vanagon connecting rod bearing set 0.25, Kolbenschmidt 87998610 provides the listed repair-stage match.

This part cross-references AEB4579 0.25MM and 71-1950 0.25 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Connecting rod bearing wear during engine overhaul
• Excessive bearing clearance after crankshaft machining
• Noise or knock related to worn rod bearings
• Oil pressure loss caused by bearing wear
• Restoration of proper rod bearing fit in a rebuilt Volkswagen Vanagon engine

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify crankshaft journal size before installation and confirm that the repair stage matches the machined dimensions. Clean all bearing surfaces thoroughly, check oil clearance during assembly, and follow the engine builder’s torque and lubrication specifications. For Volkswagen Vanagon engine rebuilds, confirm that Kolbenschmidt 87998610 matches the required undersize before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Kolbenschmidt is an established engine components brand, and this bearing set is cataloged with a specific component number and repair stage for accurate identification. Confirm fitment against the vehicle listing for 1983-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon before installation.