{"product_id":"empi-9-inch-replacement-oil-cooler-fan-assembly-reversible-00-9296-0","title":"EMPI 9\" Replacement Oil Cooler Fan | Air-Cooled VW \u0026 Universal 12V | 570 CFM Reversible (00-9296-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI 9\" Replacement Oil Cooler Fan — 12V, 570 CFM, Reversible Skewed-Blade (00-9296-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eEMPI 9-inch replacement electric fan assembly\u003c\/b\u003e is the high-efficiency fan used in EMPI's 72-plate and 96-plate competition oil cooler kits. It combines \u003cb\u003ereversible airflow\u003c\/b\u003e, a \u003cb\u003epatented skewed-blade design\u003c\/b\u003e for maximum airflow with minimum noise, and a \u003cb\u003e12V universal\u003c\/b\u003e motor. Use it as a direct replacement on an existing EMPI cooler kit or as a standalone universal cooling fan for radiators, intercoolers, or any 9\" fan application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal oil cooler kits on air-cooled VWs rely entirely on the fan to push air through the cooler plates — there is no ram-air effect like a water-cooled radiator. A weak or worn fan lets oil temperatures climb, so a strong, well-balanced fan directly protects engine longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEMPI 72-Plate Competition Oil Cooler Kit (#00-9292-0):\u003c\/b\u003e Direct replacement fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEMPI 96-Plate Competition Oil Cooler Kit (#00-9293-0):\u003c\/b\u003e Direct replacement fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal 9\" Applications:\u003c\/b\u003e Oil coolers, transmission coolers, intercoolers, small radiators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the same fan EMPI uses in its performance competition cooler kits. The patented skewed-blade design moves more air at a given RPM than a standard straight-blade fan while running quieter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh Airflow:\u003c\/b\u003e 570 CFM from a compact 9\" fan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePatented Skewed Blade:\u003c\/b\u003e More airflow at any RPM with lower noise than a straight-blade fan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReversible:\u003c\/b\u003e Configure as a pusher or puller to suit your cooler installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal 12V:\u003c\/b\u003e Works in any standard automotive electrical system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/b\u003e 12V universal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAirflow:\u003c\/b\u003e 570 CFM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlade Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Patented skewed blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAirflow Direction:\u003c\/b\u003e Reversible (pusher or puller)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Replacement for EMPI 72-plate and 96-plate cooler kit fans, or standalone universal 9\" cooling fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-9296-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow do I know if my existing fan is failing?\u003c\/b\u003e Symptoms include reduced airflow at the cooler outlet, increased noise from worn bearings, a motor that runs hot to the touch, or visible vibration from blade imbalance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow do I reverse the airflow direction?\u003c\/b\u003e Reverse the polarity of the 12V connections — swap positive and negative — and the motor spins the opposite way, switching between pusher and puller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I use this on a non-EMPI cooler?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, as long as the cooler has a 9-inch fan mounting pattern, or you can fabricate a matching bracket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow much current does it draw?\u003c\/b\u003e 12V automotive cooling fans of this size typically draw 5–8 amps at full speed, so size your wiring and fuse\/relay accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need a relay to run it?\u003c\/b\u003e For brief duty you can wire it to a switched 12V source; for reliability, use a 30+ amp automotive relay, often thermostat-controlled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild out your cooling system: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oil-cooling\"\u003eOil Cooling\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-parts\"\u003eEngine Parts\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44899029450867,"sku":"00-9296-0","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9296-0-500x413.jpg?v=1777253042","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-9-inch-replacement-oil-cooler-fan-assembly-reversible-00-9296-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}