{"product_id":"empi-aluminum-engine-oil-breather-kit-00-8544-0","title":"EMPI Aluminum Oil Breather Kit | Air-Cooled VW Type 1 | 1\/2\" HD Hose (00-8544-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Aluminum Engine Oil Breather Kit (00-8544-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eEMPI Aluminum Oil Breather Kit\u003c\/b\u003e is an essential upgrade for high-revving or modified air-cooled engines. As engine performance increases, so does crankcase pressure; this kit provides the \u003cb\u003esuperior ventilation\u003c\/b\u003e required to eliminate blow-by and prevent oil loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing 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 \u003cb\u003eheavy-duty 1\/2\" I.D. breather hose\u003c\/b\u003e for maximum flow and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e All years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Bus:\u003c\/b\u003e All years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e All years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e All years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEMPI is one of the longest-running names in air-cooled VW performance and restoration parts. Washburn's Metal supplies genuine EMPI components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuperior ventilation:\u003c\/b\u003e eliminates blow-by and prevents oil loss on high-rev or modified engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCast aluminum body:\u003c\/b\u003e with a cast EMPI logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInternal screen mesh shelf:\u003c\/b\u003e elevates the foam filter to capture oil while vapors vent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHD 1\/2\" I.D. breather hose:\u003c\/b\u003e for maximum flow and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e cast aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHose size:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/2\" internal diameter (heavy duty)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInternal features:\u003c\/b\u003e screen mesh shelf and foam filter element\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunction:\u003c\/b\u003e reduces crankcase pressure and eliminates oil blow-by\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-8544-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat does this breather kit do?\u003c\/b\u003e It provides extra crankcase ventilation to eliminate blow-by and prevent oil loss on high-revving or modified air-cooled engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/b\u003e Cast aluminum, with a cast EMPI logo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat hose is included?\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-duty 1\/2\" I.D. breather hose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 00-8544-0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oil-cooling\"\u003eOil \u0026amp; Cooling\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-parts\"\u003eEngine Parts\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.p65warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44699443134579,"sku":"00-8544-0","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-8544-0-500x424.jpg?v=1775366004","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-aluminum-engine-oil-breather-kit-00-8544-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}