EMPI Dual Oil Cooler Bypass Adapter | Early VW Type 1 (Upright Cooler) | Remote Filter Mount (17-2873-0)

EMPI Dual Oil Cooler Bypass Adapter Kit — Early VW Type 1, Upright Cooler (17-2873-0)

The EMPI Dual Bypass Adapter lets builders keep the reliability of the stock OEM German oil cooler while adding the capacity of an external cooler or the convenience of a remote oil filter. It splits the oil flow, allowing a secondary cooling loop without sacrificing the original factory setup.

Designed specifically for Type 1 engines, this kit requires only minimal trimming of the cylinder sheet metal for a clean fit. It is designed for early-style upright coolers and is not compatible with 'Dog House' style fan shrouds/coolers. An ideal upgrade for performance street builds where consistent oil temperature matters.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Type 1 engines (Beetle, Karmann Ghia & Thing): Early engines using the stock upright oil cooler

Note: Must be used with a stock OEM VW early oil cooler. Will not fit engines equipped with a "Dog House" cooler.

Key Features & Benefits

• Run two systems at once: Dual-port bypass runs the stock and external oil systems simultaneously
• Remote filter ready: Add an external cooler or a remote oil filter without removing the factory cooler
• Clean fit: Requires only minimal trimming of the engine tin
• Street-build friendly: Helps maintain consistent oil temperature

Technical Specifications

• Function: Dual-port bypass for running stock and external oil systems simultaneously
• Compatibility: Type 1 engines (Beetle, Ghia, Thing)
• Requirement: Must be used with a stock OEM VW early oil cooler
• Constraint: Will not fit engines equipped with a "Dog House" cooler
• EMPI part number: 17-2873-0

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this work with a "Dog House" cooler? No — it is designed for early-style upright coolers and is not compatible with 'Dog House' style fan shrouds/coolers.
• What cooler does it require? It must be used with a stock OEM VW early (upright) oil cooler.
• Does installation require modification? Yes — it requires minimal trimming of the cylinder sheet metal (engine tin) for a clean fit.

Installation

• Requires minimal trimming of the engine tin for clearance.
• Must be used with a stock OEM VW early (upright) oil cooler; not for "Dog House" coolers.

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