{"product_id":"empi-aluminum-fan-shroud-spacer-kit-pair-16-9511-0","title":"EMPI Aluminum Fan Shroud Spacer Kit | VW Air-Cooled Long-Stroke Engines | Billet, Pair (16-9511-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Aluminum Fan Shroud Spacer Kit — Billet Aluminum, Pair (16-9511-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eEMPI Aluminum Shroud Spacer Kit\u003c\/b\u003e is a problem-solver for high-performance engine builds. When building a long-stroke engine or using shimmed cylinders, a physical gap often forms between the cylinder tins and the bottom of the fan shroud. These precision-machined spacers fill that void, ensuring your cooling air is forced over the fins rather than escaping through the gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a pair of spacers that provide a professional, finished look while maintaining maximum cooling efficiency — a smart addition for any air-cooled VW engine builder focused on structural integrity and thermal management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAir-cooled VW engines (Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia \u0026amp; Type 3):\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for high-performance, long-stroke, or shimmed builds where a tin-to-shroud gap forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCloses the cooling gap:\u003c\/b\u003e Fills the void between cylinder tins and fan shroud so air is forced over the fins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBillet aluminum:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-machined for a clean, finished appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilt for performance builds:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for long-stroke or shimmed-cylinder engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as a pair:\u003c\/b\u003e Two spacers per kit\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\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-machined billet aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunction:\u003c\/b\u003e Closes the gap between cylinder tins and fan shroud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e High-performance, long-stroke, or shimmed air-cooled VW engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as a pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEMPI part number:\u003c\/b\u003e 16-9511-0\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\u003eWhen do I need these spacers?\u003c\/b\u003e When building a long-stroke engine or using shimmed cylinders, a gap forms between the cylinder tins and the fan shroud — these spacers close that gap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow many come in the kit?\u003c\/b\u003e They are sold as a pair (two spacers).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat are they made of?\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-machined billet aluminum.\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\u003eBuilding an engine? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-tin-components\"\u003eEngine Tin \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e for shrouds and cooling tin, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/a\u003e for build components, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e for the full catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44899012903027,"sku":"16-9511-0","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/16-9511-0-500x367.jpg?v=1777251635","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-aluminum-fan-shroud-spacer-kit-pair-16-9511-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}