JP Group Heater Boxes for Air-Cooled VW Vanagon 1980–1983 | 2.0 Type 4 Engine (USA) | Left, Right or Pair (JP-8227-0 / JP-8228-0)
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JP Group Heater Boxes for the Air-Cooled VW Vanagon, 1980–1983 (JP-8227-0 / JP-8228-0)
JP Group JP-8227-0 (left) and JP-8228-0 (right) are OE-pattern heater boxes (heat exchangers) for the 2.0 litre Type 4 engine in the US-market 1980–1983 air-cooled VW Vanagon. They restore cabin heat and defrost and seal exhaust away from the fresh-air path. They do not fit the water-cooled Vanagon or Bay Window Buses. Sold left, right or as a pair.
Part numbers: Left JP-8227-0 · OE ref. 22.181 · JP 8123101570 · UPC 707924525625 — Right JP-8228-0 · OE ref. 22.182 · JP 8123101580 · UPC 707924525632
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1980–1983 | VW Vanagon, air-cooled 2.0 litre (USA) | Type 4 engine |
| 1983½ on | Does not fit: water-cooled Vanagon | No heat exchangers of this type |
| 1972–1978 | Does not fit: Bay Window Bus (Type 4) | Uses different heat exchangers |
US air-cooled Vanagons were built from 1980 to early 1983. Quick check: water-cooled Vanagons have a radiator behind a second, lower grille at the front, and air-cooled ones don't. If you're unsure, send us your VIN or engine code.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed by EMPI |
| Engine | Type 4, 2.0 litre, air-cooled (USA) |
| Left | JP-8227-0 — OE ref. 22.181 — JP 8123101570 — UPC 707924525625 — 16.76 lb |
| Right | JP-8228-0 — OE ref. 22.182 — JP 8123101580 — UPC 707924525632 — 15.87 lb |
| Pair | 32.63 lb (ships as two boxes) |
| Box size | 28 x 16 x 10 in (estimated) |
Why it matters
The air-cooled Vanagon had only four model years before VW switched to the water-cooled Wasserboxer, and its heat exchangers are hard to find. The originals are forty years old now, and a rusted-through box on a van means no heat and a real risk of exhaust in the cabin.
Installation notes
- Soak the exhaust studs well ahead of time and have a stud kit ready. Type 4 studs are known for breaking.
- Use new gaskets throughout, and check that the heater flaps and cables move freely before the tin goes back on.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my Vanagon air-cooled?
US air-cooled Vanagons were built from 1980 to early 1983. The quick check: water-cooled Vanagons have a radiator behind a second, lower grille at the front, and air-cooled ones don't. If you're unsure, send us your VIN or engine code.
Will air-cooled Vanagon heater boxes fit a Bay Window Bus?
No. The 1972-1978 Type 4 Bus uses different heat exchangers.
Can I buy just one side?
Yes. Choose Left or Right, or the Pair.
Who makes the JP-8227-0 / JP-8228-0 Vanagon heat exchangers?
JP Group of Denmark.
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California Proposition 65 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are 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.
