JP Group Carburetor-to-Air-Cleaner Intake Hose | VW Bus 1968–1971, Karmann Ghia & Thing | OE 211 129 615 E (JP-8164-0)
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JP Group Carburetor-to-Air-Cleaner Intake Hose — VW Bus, Karmann Ghia & Thing (JP-8164-0)
The JP Group JP-8164-0 is the molded rubber intake pipe that joins the carburetor throat to the oil-bath air cleaner on single-carb air-cooled VW engines. It replaces OE 211 129 615 E (JP Group ref 8118650106) and is listed by EMPI for the VW Bus, Campmobile, Karmann Ghia and 1973–1974 Thing. Sold each.
Part numbers: JP-8164-0 · OE 211 129 615 E · JP Group 8118650106 · UPC 707924524994.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1968–1971 | VW Bus / Campmobile, 1500 & 1600 Type 1 engine | Oil-bath air cleaner. US retailers list 211 129 615 E for these years |
| 1968–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia | Oil-bath air cleaner |
| 1973–1974 | VW Thing (Type 181) | Oil-bath air cleaner |
| 1955–1967 / 1972–1979 | Other Bus and Ghia years listed by EMPI | EMPI lists a wider 1949–1979 Bus and 1955–1974 Ghia range. Early cars and Type 4 Buses used different hoses, so compare with your old part. Not confirmed |
| Any | VW Beetle with paper-element air box, any fuel-injected car | Does not fit |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed by EMPI |
| Part number | JP-8164-0 |
| OE number | 211 129 615 E |
| JP reference | 8118650106 |
| UPC | 707924524994 |
| Material | Molded rubber |
| Position | Carburetor top to air cleaner snout |
| Sold as | Each |
| Shipping weight | approx. 0.8 lb (estimate) |
What's Included / Not Included
- Included: one molded rubber intake hose.
- Not included: hose clamps (two clamps of about 60 mm are typical), air cleaner, carburetor.
Why It Matters
This short rubber hose is the only thing between the filtered side of the air cleaner and the carburetor. Age, engine heat and oil mist make it harden and crack. Once it splits, the engine draws dusty, unfiltered air straight past the oil bath. That wears cylinders and rings, and a big enough split also upsets the mixture and idle. A collapsed or loose hose can whistle, let the air cleaner sag on the carb, or rub against the engine tin. It is a cheap part and worth changing whenever you service the carburetor or the air cleaner.
Installation Notes
- Remove the air cleaner and lift off the old hose. Clean the carburetor throat and the air cleaner snout.
- Fit the new hose to the carburetor first, then guide the air cleaner onto it and seat its support bracket.
- Use new clamps snugged evenly. Do not over-tighten, which cuts the rubber.
- Check that the choke and throttle linkage move freely and that the hose does not touch hot metal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the JP-8164-0 fit my 1970 Bus?
Yes. A 1968–1971 Bus with the Type 1 engine and oil-bath air cleaner uses OE 211 129 615 E, and that is what this hose replaces.
Will it fit my 1976 Bus?
No. 1972 and later Buses with the Type 4 engine, and all fuel-injected Buses, use a different intake setup.
Is this the same as 211 129 615 E?
Yes. EMPI and JP Group list 211 129 615 E as the OE reference for JP-8164-0 (JP ref 8118650106).
What else do I need?
Two hose clamps of about 60 mm. Reusing old clamps often leads to air leaks.
Does it fit a Beetle?
Not a Beetle with a paper-element air box. Many Beetles with oil-bath cleaners use a different hose, so compare with your old part.
Is it new or rebuilt?
It is a new JP Group part, sold each.
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⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is 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. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.
