What is the purpose of thrust washers in an engine?

Thrust washers are small components that sit around the crankshaft. Their main job is to limit the amount of fore-and-aft (end-to-end) movement of the crankshaft, ensuring it stays properly positioned within the engine block.

What makes these thrust washers environmentally safe?

These specific thrust washers are made with a lead-free composite material. This design choice helps reduce environmental impact compared to older bearing materials that contained lead.

Are these suitable for high-performance or racing engines?

King Engine Bearings designed this set to be ideal for low to medium-load engines. For high-performance or racing applications with extreme loads, you may need to consult a specialist for bearings designed for those specific demands.

Specifications

Brand: King Engine Bearings
Part #: TW2010AM
UPC: 611500472558

King Engine Bearings Volkswagen JR 1.6L (td) Thrust Washer Set

Name: King Engine Bearings Volkswagen JR 1.6L (td) Thrust Washer Set
Brand: King Engine Bearings
SKU: king-engine-bearings-king-engine-bearings-volkswagen-jr-1-6l-td-thrust-washer-se-t14-4370558
Price: 26.33 USD
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King Engine Bearings thrust washer set TW2010AM. Lead-free composite material for low to medium-load engines.

Key Features

Fits a wide range of Audi and Volkswagen vehicles.
Includes a set of thrust washers to control crankshaft end play.
Constructed from bi-metal aluminum material.
Features a lead-free composite for environmental safety.
Ideal for low to medium-load engines.

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Product Details

What you get in this kit is a set of thrust washers, made by King Engine Bearings. These are important little pieces that help control the end-to-end movement of your crankshaft. Keeping that movement in check is crucial for the health of your engine, especially in applications like the Volkswagen JR 1.6L diesel or other similar engines found in a wide range of Audi and Volkswagen vehicles, such as the Audi 4000, Volkswagen Golf, and Audi A4.

King specializes in bearings, and these thrust washers are built with a bi-metal aluminum material. They're designed to be lead-free and environmentally safe, making them a solid choice for engines that don't require extreme heavy-duty loads. This means they're well-suited for many common passenger car applications where precise control of crankshaft end play is needed without the extreme demands of racing or heavy towing.