EMPI 96-Plate Mesa Oil Cooler Kit | VW Type 4 & Rabbit/Jetta | Bypass Adapter + Remote Filter (00-9262-0)

EMPI 96-Plate Mesa-Style Oil Cooler Kit — with Bypass Adapter & Remote Filter Mount (00-9262-0)

The EMPI 96-Plate Oil Cooler Kit is a heavy-duty cooling and filtration solution designed for Type 4 engines, Rabbit/Jetta, and various custom liquid-cooled applications. This comprehensive kit centers around a massive 96-plate stacked core made from oven-brazed, aircraft-quality aluminum, offering maximum surface area to pull heat away from your oil under extreme conditions.

Unlike universal kits, this package features a specialized bypass adapter for remote mounting your oil filter — essential where space is at a premium or where you want to upgrade to a high-capacity spin-on filter. Whether you are running a high-output Type 4 build or a modified water-cooled VW, this kit helps keep your oil cool and clean.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Type 4 engines & Rabbit/Jetta: Remote oil filter mounting via the included bypass adapter
• Custom liquid-cooled and high-output VW builds: Heavy-duty external oil cooling

Why Choose EMPI?

EMPI builds this 96-plate core from oven-brazed, aircraft-quality aluminum for maximum surface area and heat dissipation under extreme conditions.

Key Features & Benefits

• Massive 96-plate core: Oven-brazed, aircraft-quality aluminum for maximum heat dissipation
• Bypass adapter included: Designed for remote oil filter mounting on Type 4 and Rabbit/Jetta engines
• Complete kit: 96-plate cooler, bypass adapter, remote filter bracket, high-temperature hose, and all necessary fittings
• Keeps oil cool and clean: Combines high-capacity cooling with remote filtration

Technical Specifications

• Core: 96-Plate "Stacked Plate" oven-brazed aluminum
• Capacity: Maximum heat dissipation for high-performance or heavy-duty use
• Bypass adapter: For remote oil filter mounting on Type 4 and Rabbit/Jetta engines
• Full kit includes: 96-plate cooler, bypass adapter, remote filter bracket, high-temperature hose, and fittings
• EMPI part number: 00-9262-0

Frequently Asked Questions

• What fittings do I need? Use 1/2" NPT male fittings to connect your lines to the cooler.
• What's included in the kit? The 96-plate cooler, bypass adapter, remote filter bracket, high-temperature hose, and all necessary fittings.

Installation

• Use 1/2" NPT male fittings.
• Mounting dampers are highly recommended to isolate the cooler from chassis vibration and prevent stress fractures.

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