JP Group Heater Duct Connecting Pipe, Right Front | VW Karmann Ghia 1955–1974 | Weld-In Steel, Ref 40415-2 (JP-8631-0)
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JP Group Heater Duct Connecting Pipe, Right Front | VW Karmann Ghia 1955–1974 | Weld-In Steel, Ref 40415-2 (JP-8631-0)
Short answer: The JP Group JP-8631-0 is the weld-in steel heater duct connecting pipe for the right front of the 1955–1974 VW Karmann Ghia. It joins the heater channel to the front footwell area at the bottom of the A-pillar. Repair-panel ref 40415-2, JP Group 8181800480. It is the mirror of the left-side JP-8422-0. Sold each.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1955–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia coupe & convertible (Type 14) | Right front (passenger side on US cars), per EMPI Fits |
| 1955–1974 | Left front | Use JP-8422-0 |
| Any | Type 34 Ghia, Beetle — does not fit | Different body |
Note: EMPI's product name says 'Left Front', but EMPI's fitment field, its page address and the JP reference (8181800480, the right-hand mate of 8181800470) all say right. We list it as the right front. Compare it with your car before you cut any metal.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | JP-8631-0 |
| Repair panel reference | 40415-2 |
| JP Group reference | 8181800480 |
| UPC | 707924535808 |
| Material | Steel, transit primer |
| Position | Right front, lower A-pillar / heater channel |
| Sold as | Each |
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed in the US by EMPI |
| Condition | New |
| Shipping weight | 2.7 lb (EMPI published) |
| Package size | 7 x 18 x 6 in |
What's Included
- One right front heater duct connecting pipe, as pictured.
Not Included
- Left side (JP-8422-0)
- Heater channel, kick panel or heater hose
- Weld-through primer or seam sealer
Why It Matters
On a Karmann Ghia the heat from the heater boxes runs forward through the heater channels to the front footwells. The short connecting duct at the front of each channel sits low, collects water and is one of the first places to rust out. A rotted duct leaks heat and fumes into the sills and lets water into the channel.
This JP Group pressing gives you a clean, correctly shaped section to weld in, instead of fabricating one by hand. Fix it while the channel or floor is open.
Installation Notes
- This is a weld-in panel. Fitting it is body-shop work.
- Test-fit before you cut. Check the shape against the old duct and against the kick panel.
- Remove the transit primer at the weld areas, and coat the inside with weld-through primer.
- Seal the joints airtight so heater air does not leak into the sill.
- Treat the inside of the channel with cavity wax after welding.
- We do not publish torque values here; use the factory workshop manual (Bentley) for your vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the left or right side?
Right front. EMPI's title says left, but every other EMPI and JP Group reference says right. The left part is JP-8422-0.
Does it fit my 1968 Karmann Ghia?
Yes. EMPI lists it for the 1955–1974 Type 14 Ghia.
Does it fit a Type 34 Ghia or a Beetle?
No.
Do I need to weld it?
Yes. It is a weld-in repair section.
What else do I need?
Usually heater channel repair sections, weld-through primer and seam sealer. Check the heater channel and floor while you are there.
Is it new?
Yes. New JP Group steel, supplied in transit primer.
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