Genuine VW/Audi 113-255-165 Fresh Air Heater Hose Connector Pipe

The Genuine VW/Audi 113-255-165 Fresh Air Heater Hose Connector Pipe is an essential component for maintaining proper heating system function in air-cooled Volkswagen vehicles. This zinc-plated metal connector pipe installs through the rear engine tin and connects the fan shroud fresh air hose to the stock muffler's kidney-shaped ducts, enabling heated air to flow to the heater boxes.

Key Features:

• Genuine OE quality construction ensures proper fit and durability
• Zinc plated finish provides corrosion resistance
• Connects muffler pre-heater on primary tubes #2 and #4 to heater hose system
• Essential for stock heating system operation with factory muffler configuration
• Sold individually, two required per vehicle

This connector pipe is designed for vehicles equipped with Type 1 or Type 2 air-cooled engines using stock or reproduction fan shrouds and exhaust systems with heater boxes. The pipe passes through large holes in the rear engine tin and creates the vital connection point between the fresh air heating system and the exhaust heat source. Without this component, proper heater hose connection is not possible on stock configurations.

Note: This part is only used with stock or stock-style mufflers and heater box configurations. Not compatible with aftermarket exhaust systems or vehicles without heater boxes installed.