EMPI Oil Cooler — 7-Plate Aluminum, Type 4 1700-2000cc | Porsche 914 1970-1976 (17-2806-0)
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Short answer: EMPI 17-2806-0 is a 7-plate aluminum oil cooler for the 1700-2000cc Type 4 engine, an upright design that interchanges with OE 021-117-021B. It fits the Type 4-powered Porsche 914 (1970-1976) and the VW 411/412, Transporter and Campmobile with the 1700-2000cc Type 4. It replaces a clogged or seeping original to restore oil-temperature control.
Part numbers: EMPI 17-2806-0 (17 2806 0 / 1728060); interchanges with OE 021 117 021B / 021117021B / 021-117-021B.
Vehicle Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1970–1976 | Porsche 914 | 1700-2000cc Type 4 engine |
| 1700–2000cc | VW 411/412 | Type 4 engine |
| 1700–2000cc | VW Transporter and Campmobile (Type 2 Bus) | Type 4 engine |
| Not confirmed | Type 1 engines | Listed only for the 1700-2000cc Type 4 engine |
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | EMPI 17-2806-0 |
| OE / interchange | 021-117-021B |
| Manufacturer | EMPI |
| Construction | 7-plate aluminum |
| Design | Upright, for the Type 4 case |
| Engine | 1700-2000cc Type 4 |
| Boxed dimensions | 11 x 4 x 4 in |
| Shipping weight | 2.15 lb |
| Ships from | Our Orange, California shop, standard ground |
Why It Matters
The Type 4 runs its oil hot by nature, and a clogged or seeping original cooler is how a 914's bearings meet their end. The aluminum core restores the oil-temperature control the engine was designed around.
Frequently Asked Questions
What oil cooler fits a Porsche 914 Type 4 engine? EMPI 17-2806-0, a 7-plate aluminum cooler for the 1700-2000cc Type 4 in the 1970-1976 Porsche 914.
What OE number does EMPI 17-2806-0 interchange with? OE 021-117-021B.
Will the 17-2806-0 oil cooler fit a Type 1 Beetle engine? Not confirmed. This cooler is listed only for the 1700-2000cc Type 4 engine.
Does this oil cooler fit a Type 4 VW Bus? Yes, the Transporter and Campmobile with the 1700-2000cc Type 4 engine, plus the VW 411/412.
How big is the EMPI 17-2806-0 boxed? It ships boxed at 11 x 4 x 4 in and about 2.15 lb.
Prop 65 Warning
This product can expose you to chemicals 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.
