{"product_id":"empi-dual-oil-cooler-bypass-adapter-kit-17-2873-0","title":"EMPI Dual Oil Cooler Bypass Adapter | Early VW Type 1 (Upright Cooler) | Remote Filter Mount (17-2873-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Dual Oil Cooler Bypass Adapter Kit — Early VW Type 1, Upright Cooler (17-2873-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eEMPI Dual Bypass Adapter\u003c\/b\u003e lets builders keep the reliability of the \u003cb\u003estock OEM German oil cooler\u003c\/b\u003e while adding the capacity of an \u003cb\u003eexternal cooler\u003c\/b\u003e or the convenience of a \u003cb\u003eremote oil filter\u003c\/b\u003e. It splits the oil flow, allowing a secondary cooling loop without sacrificing the original factory setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for \u003cb\u003eType 1 engines\u003c\/b\u003e, 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 \u003cb\u003enot compatible with 'Dog House' style fan shrouds\/coolers\u003c\/b\u003e. An ideal upgrade for performance street builds where consistent oil temperature matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 engines (Beetle, Karmann Ghia \u0026amp; Thing):\u003c\/b\u003e Early engines using the stock upright oil cooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Must be used with a stock OEM VW early oil cooler. Will \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e fit engines equipped with a \"Dog House\" cooler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRun two systems at once:\u003c\/b\u003e Dual-port bypass runs the stock and external oil systems simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRemote filter ready:\u003c\/b\u003e Add an external cooler or a remote oil filter without removing the factory cooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClean fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires only minimal trimming of the engine tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStreet-build friendly:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps maintain consistent oil temperature\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\u003eFunction:\u003c\/b\u003e Dual-port bypass for running stock and external oil systems simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Type 1 engines (Beetle, Ghia, Thing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e Must be used with a stock OEM VW early oil cooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstraint:\u003c\/b\u003e Will not fit engines equipped with a \"Dog House\" cooler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEMPI part number:\u003c\/b\u003e 17-2873-0\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\u003eWill this work with a \"Dog House\" cooler?\u003c\/b\u003e No — it is designed for early-style upright coolers and is not compatible with 'Dog House' style fan shrouds\/coolers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat cooler does it require?\u003c\/b\u003e It must be used with a stock OEM VW early (upright) oil cooler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes installation require modification?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — it requires minimal trimming of the cylinder sheet metal (engine tin) for a clean fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires minimal trimming of the engine tin for clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be used with a stock OEM VW early (upright) oil cooler; not for \"Dog House\" coolers.\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\u003eUpgrading your cooling system? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oil-cooling\"\u003eOil \u0026amp; Cooling\u003c\/a\u003e for coolers, adapters, and filters, \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":44899027452019,"sku":"17-2873-0","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-2873-0-scaled-500x293.jpg?v=1777252770","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-dual-oil-cooler-bypass-adapter-kit-17-2873-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}