{"product_id":"empi-super-shroud-early-36hp-style-vw-fan-shroud-black","title":"EMPI Super Shroud 36HP Style | VW Type 1 Doghouse \/ No Heater | CFD High-Flow Cooling (00-8755-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Super Shroud — Early 36HP Style | Doghouse, No Heater | Semi-Gloss Black (00-8755-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngine cooling isn't just about moving air — it's about moving it to the right places. The \u003cb\u003eEMPI Super Shroud\u003c\/b\u003e is the result of extensive CAD modeling, 3D scanning, and real-world flow testing to create one of the most efficient cooling shrouds on the market. This version features the \u003cb\u003edoghouse\u003c\/b\u003e oil-cooler tower with \u003cb\u003eno heater vents\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional and aftermarket shrouds are often imbalanced, sending more air to the passenger side (cylinders 1 \u0026amp; 2) while leaving the driver side (cylinders 3 \u0026amp; 4) to run hot. EMPI engineers used Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to redesign the internal fins, correcting this imbalance and ensuring consistent temperatures across the entire motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (36HP Engine):\u003c\/b\u003e 1946–1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEngine cases:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits both OEM and \"bubbletop\" cases without modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI developed the Super Shroud through CAD modeling, 3D scanning of multiple engine cases, and empirical flow-bench testing — delivering balanced cooling, better fitment, and a clean OE-plus appearance over previous shrouds.\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\u003ePorsche-Inspired Velocity Stack:\u003c\/b\u003e An added inlet mimicking the Porsche 356 OEM shroud significantly increases airflow volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBalanced Airflow:\u003c\/b\u003e Proprietary internal fin placement delivers equal cooling to all four cylinders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptimized Fitment:\u003c\/b\u003e 3D-scanned from multiple engine cases for a perfect seal against your engine tin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVersatile Fan Options:\u003c\/b\u003e Accommodates either stock (28–30mm) or high-output (37mm) fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtended Cooling Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e Replicate the OEM thermostat vanes in the \"open\" position for maximum air direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClean OE Aesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e Semi-gloss black finish with horizontal alternator bolt alignment and fewer unnecessary holes.\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\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Early 36HP, doghouse (oil-cooler tower), no heater vents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Semi-gloss black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFan Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Stock 28–30mm or high-output 37mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAirflow:\u003c\/b\u003e 7% more total airflow than previous EMPI non-doghouse shrouds; 14% more CFM than OE-style shrouds with a 30mm fan; up to 42% more cooling capacity with a remote oil cooler and 37mm fan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-8755-0\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\u003eHow does the Super Shroud differ from an OEM stock shroud?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI used Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to redesign the internal fins so airflow is balanced equally across all four cylinders. Stock and most aftermarket shrouds over-cool cylinders 1 and 2 while starving 3 and 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes this shroud accept a doghouse oil cooler?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — this version is the doghouse style with the oil cooler riser tower built in, with no heater vents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill my stock 30mm fan work, or do I need a 37mm fan?\u003c\/b\u003e Both work. EMPI engineered the housing to fit either the stock 28-30mm fan or a high-output 37mm fan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill this work on a bubbletop engine case?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. EMPI 3D-scanned multiple engine cases and the shroud is designed to fit both OEM and bubbletop cases without modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes this shroud have heater vents?\u003c\/b\u003e No — this is the no-heater version. If you need heat output, choose the heater-equipped version.\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 your cooling system? Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-tin-components\"\u003eEngine Tin \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oil-cooling\"\u003eOil \u0026amp; Cooling\u003c\/a\u003e parts, and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44896333987955,"sku":"00-8755-0","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-8755-0_5-scaled.jpg?v=1778000308","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-super-shroud-early-36hp-style-vw-fan-shroud-black","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}