Warm Air Hose, for Beetle & Bus 56-64
* Designed for the passenger side; 60/50mm openings.
* Fits Beetle, Bus, and Ghia models from 1956-1964.
* Compatible with late-style heater boxes (60mm outlet).
* Sold individually.
OVERVIEW
When you''re restoring a vintage 1956 to 1964 Volkswagen, maintaining the integrity of the heating system is paramount for both cabin comfort and overall engine cooling efficiency. This EMPI Warm Air Hose is specifically engineered to bridge the critical gap between your fan shroud and heater connector, ensuring that precious warm air reaches the cabin instead of escaping into the engine bay. Many enthusiasts find themselves in a bind when trying to mate older chassis components with newer, high-efficiency heater boxes. This hose provides the perfect solution, acting as a specialized conduit that maintains the air pressure necessary for a functional defrost and heating system during those chilly morning drives or damp evening cruises. It solves the common mismatch problem by providing a secure, tapered fit that is often missing from generic, one-size-fits-all replacement parts.
What sets this particular hose apart is its specialized construction and precision-engineered tapered fitment. Measuring 365mm in length, it features a 60mm opening on the heater box side and a 50mm opening on the body inlet side, making it an essential component for those using late-style heater boxes on early-model Beetles, Buses, or Ghias. Constructed from durable, heat-resistant materials designed to withstand the high temperatures and constant vibration common in the air-cooled engine environment, it is built for longevity. Don''t settle for "universal" hoses that require messy adapters, electrical tape, or zip ties to stay in place; this hose offers a clean, professional fit that looks original while providing the improved airflow of modern heater box designs. Whether you are performing a concours restoration or a daily-driver refresh, this hose ensures your VW''s heating system operates at peak performance.
FITMENT
- Volkswagen Beetle (Type 1): 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964.
- Volkswagen Bus (Type 2): 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964.
- Volkswagen Karmann Ghia (Type 14): 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964.
- Note: Specifically designed for early chassis configurations using late-style (60mm outlet) heater boxes.
SPECS
- OEM Reference Number: 113-255-355C
- Total Length: 365mm
- Heater Box Side Inlet Diameter: 60mm
- Body Inlet Side Outlet Diameter: 50mm
- Vehicle Position: Passenger Side
- Material: Multi-layered, heat-shielded flexible ducting
- Compatibility: Designed for late-style heater box conversion on early models
- Color/Finish: Standard OEM Industrial Black
- Sales Unit: Sold Each
PRO TIPS
1. Verify Your Heater Box Outlet Diameter
Before beginning your installation, it is absolutely vital to measure the outlet of your heater box with a caliper. This hose is a "step-down" design specifically intended to mate a 60mm heater box outlet to a 50mm body inlet. If your heater box and your body inlet are both
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