Torsion-Mount Oil Cooler Kit | 1968 & Older VW Beetle (Swing Axle) | Setrab & SPAL Fan Pack (#E07)

Torsion-Mount Oil Cooler Kit | 1968 & Older VW Beetle (Swing Axle) | Setrab & SPAL (#E07)

Fits 1968 & older Volkswagen Bugs. Keep your vintage VW running cool with the kit that started it all — originally debuting in 2008 as the market's first torsion-mounted oil cooler solution. This F2 Performance Supply Heritage Series Kit combines decades of air-cooled expertise with modern cooling technology.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (Bug): 1968 & older, swing-axle chassis

Note: For 1969+ IRS cars, see the IRS Axle Oil Cooler Kit instead.

Why Choose Washburn's Metal?

Every bracket in this kit is hand-TIG welded in-house for uncompromising quality. We use high-grade steel for maximum rigidity, finished with a durable powder coat to protect against the elements and road debris — a precision-engineered cooling solution built to last as long as your Bug.

Premium Setrab & SPAL Integration

• Performance: Setrab Proline STD Fan Pack (FP119M22I) rated for 100–150hp engines.
• Heat Dissipation: Radiates between 13,000–17,500 BTUs per hour.
• Airflow: SPAL brushed axial fan delivering up to 324 CFM at an efficient 4–7 amp draw.
• Optimization: Configured to work best as a "puller" fan for maximum thermal scavenging.

What's Included

• Setrab oil cooler with pre-installed heavy-duty brackets
• Complete mounting hardware
• (2) adapter fittings
• Thermostat with required fittings

Note: AN hoses and hose-ends are sold separately. These are required to plumb the cooler to your engine or oil filter assembly.

Technical Specifications

• Application: 1968 & older VW Bug (swing axle)
• Cooler Model: Setrab Proline STD Fan Pack
• Fan Model: SPAL VA31-A101-46A
• Construction: Hand-TIG welded steel (powder coated)
• Mounting Style: Torsion mounted
• Part Number: #E07

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this fit my IRS Beetle? No — this torsion-mount kit is for 1968 and older swing-axle Bugs. For 1969+ IRS cars, see our IRS Axle Oil Cooler Kit instead.
• Are AN hoses included? No — hoses and hose-ends to plumb the cooler to your engine are sold separately.
• What's the cooling capacity? 13,000–17,500 BTU/hour, rated for 100–150hp engines, via the Setrab Proline fan pack.
• Is this a new design? This Heritage Series kit traces back to 2008, one of the first torsion-mounted oil cooler solutions on the market.

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