EMPI Aluminum Oil Breather Kit | Air-Cooled VW Type 1 | 1/2" HD Hose (00-8544-0)
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- Vendor EMPI
- SKU 00-8544-0
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Fits
- All Years|VW|Beetle
- All Years|VW|Bus
- All Years|VW|Karmann Ghia
- All Years|VW|Type 3
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EMPI Aluminum Engine Oil Breather Kit (00-8544-0)
The EMPI Aluminum Oil Breather Kit is an essential upgrade for high-revving or modified air-cooled engines. As engine performance increases, so does crankcase pressure; this kit provides the superior ventilation required to eliminate blow-by and prevent oil loss.
Featuring a cast EMPI logo, the breather box uses an internal screen mesh shelf to elevate the foam filter, capturing oil efficiently while air vapors vent to the atmosphere. This updated version includes heavy-duty 1/2" I.D. breather hose for maximum flow and durability.
Vehicle Fitment
- VW Beetle: All years
- VW Bus: All years
- VW Karmann Ghia: All years
- VW Type 3: All years
Why Choose EMPI?
EMPI is one of the longest-running names in air-cooled VW performance and restoration parts. Washburn's Metal supplies genuine EMPI components.
Key Features & Benefits
- Superior ventilation: eliminates blow-by and prevents oil loss on high-rev or modified engines
- Cast aluminum body: with a cast EMPI logo
- Internal screen mesh shelf: elevates the foam filter to capture oil while vapors vent
- HD 1/2" I.D. breather hose: for maximum flow and durability
Technical Specifications
- Brand: EMPI
- Material: cast aluminum
- Hose size: 1/2" internal diameter (heavy duty)
- Internal features: screen mesh shelf and foam filter element
- Function: reduces crankcase pressure and eliminates oil blow-by
- Part Number: 00-8544-0
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does this breather kit do? It provides extra crankcase ventilation to eliminate blow-by and prevent oil loss on high-revving or modified air-cooled engines.
- What is it made of? Cast aluminum, with a cast EMPI logo.
- What hose is included? Heavy-duty 1/2" I.D. breather hose.
- What's the part number? EMPI 00-8544-0.
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⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.
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