Description
High-Performance Left-Side Heater Box / Heat Exchanger – VWC-043-255-107-OSF (Replaces OE 043255107D)
Brand: Jopex (SKU: 8123102370) / Dansk equivalent This premium high-performance heater box is engineered for superior heating efficiency in classic Volkswagen air-cooled models. Featuring a robust aluminum casting (alu-casting) heat sink inside for maximum heat transfer and better cabin warmth compared to standard units, it delivers reliable performance without excessive backpressure.Key Specifications:
- Inner Diameter (I.D.): 39 mm (1-5/8 inch)
- Outer Diameter pipes: 42 mm
- Design: Flanged with loose flange for easy welding/integration onto sports exhaust systems or performance setups
- Core Dimensions: Depth 146 mm, Width 315 mm, Length 590 mm
- Finish: Standard painted for durability and corrosion resistance
- Supplementary Info: Includes flange; compatible with sport exhaust systems for enhanced flow while retaining interior heating and defrost functionality
- Vehicle Compatibility (High-Performance Line/Variant):
Primarily fits VW Classic Type 1 Beetle models (including 1302, 1303, standard Type 1, Karmann Ghia T14/34, The Thing 181, and select Transporter T1/T2) from the late 1950s through the 1970s, covering engines from 1.2L to 1.6L petrol (34–50 hp range). Examples include:- Beetle Type 1 / 1302 / 1303 (various 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6L saloons and convertibles, 1960s–1979)
- Karmann Ghia (coupe and convertible, 1957–1974)
- The Thing 181 (1969–1979)
- Transporter T1/T2 (select 1.2–1.6L buses/vans/platform chassis, 1960s–1970s)
