1956-1979 High Capacity Cast Aluminum Oil Sump Kit
Keep your Air Cooled Volkswagen engine running cooler and stronger with this finned cast aluminum high capacity oil sump kit — adding 1.5 quarts of oil capacity and improving flow to prevent oil starvation.
More oil means cooler oil — and cooler oil means a longer-lived Air Cooled VW engine. The factory oil sump on a Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, or Type 3 was adequate for stock use but leaves little margin for hard driving, hot weather, or performance builds. This finned cast aluminum high capacity oil sump kit increases oil capacity by 1½ quarts, improves oil supply to the engine, and helps prevent oil starvation under demanding conditions.
The finned design increases surface area for improved heat dissipation — keeping oil temperatures lower where it matters most. Three different sizes of oil pick-up tubes are included to ensure correct fitment across the wide range of Air Cooled VW applications this kit covers. All mounting hardware is included for a complete installation.
Fits the Following Volkswagen Models:
Fits 1961–1977 Volkswagen Beetle Standard. Fits 1971–1979 Volkswagen Beetle Super. Fits 1956–1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. Fits 1961–1967 Volkswagen Split Window Bus. Fits 1968–1971 Volkswagen Bay Window Bus. Fits 1973–1974 Volkswagen Thing. Fits 1965–1973 Volkswagen Type 3 Fastback. Fits 1962–1973 Volkswagen Type 3 Notchback Sedan. Fits 1965–1973 Volkswagen Type 3 Squareback Wagon. Fits 1956–1979 Off Road Applications.
Features / Benefits:
- Finned cast aluminum high capacity oil sump kit for Air Cooled VW engines
- Increases oil capacity by 1½ quarts for improved cooling and oil starvation prevention
- Finned design increases surface area for superior heat dissipation
- Improves oil supply to the engine under demanding conditions
- Includes three different sizes of oil pick-up tubes for correct fitment
- All mounting hardware included for complete installation
Material / Finish:
Finned cast aluminum construction for superior heat dissipation, strength, and long-term durability in engine service.
Dimensions:
10.5 in. x 9 in. x 2.75 in.
Because Details Matter:
An Air Cooled VW engine lives and dies by its oil. More capacity means lower operating temperatures, better lubrication under hard use, and a longer-lived engine overall. This finned cast aluminum sump kit is one of the most practical upgrades you can make on any Air Cooled VW — whether it is a daily driver, a performance build, or an off-road machine. Install it once and let the extra oil do its job every mile after that.
Also known under these part numbers: (For reference only)
- 00-9142-0
- 3042
- 707924336054
- AC115210B