What is this part called?
1965-1971 Beetle 1300cc-1600cc Single Hot Spot Exhaust Silencer
What does this part do on a VW?
This original-style exhaust silencer is designed for compatible 1300cc, 1500cc and 1600cc aircooled VW engines fitted with a single hot spot inlet manifold.
The silencer replaces a worn, damaged or corroded original exhaust and restores the traditional factory-style exhaust layout. It is suitable for restorations, maintenance and vehicles where retaining the original appearance and exhaust configuration is preferred.
The silencer incorporates the inlet manifold pre-heat connections required for the single hot spot manifold arrangement and connects to the standard heater boxes or compatible J-tubes.
What are the key features?
- Original-style exhaust silencer
- OE reference 113-251-053/AK
- Suitable for compatible 1300cc, 1500cc and 1600cc aircooled VW engines
- Designed for single hot spot inlet manifold applications
- Factory-style exhaust layout
- Suitable for use with standard heater boxes or compatible J-tubes
- Replacement for a worn, damaged or corroded original silencer
- Ideal for restoration and regular maintenance
- Supplied as the main exhaust silencer
Which VW models will this fit?
- Beetle 1965-1971 – 1300cc, 1500cc and 1600cc with single hot spot inlet manifold
- Karmann Ghia 1966-1974 – compatible 1300cc, 1500cc and 1600cc single hot spot applications
Please Note
This silencer is designed for engines using a single hot spot inlet manifold and is not suitable for 1300cc twin hot spot applications. Please check the pre-heat pipe arrangement on your existing inlet manifold before purchasing.
This listing is for the main exhaust silencer. Tailpipes, clamps, gaskets and associated fitting components may be required separately depending on the existing exhaust system.
Please check your engine capacity, inlet manifold and existing exhaust configuration before purchasing, particularly on vehicles which may have had engine or exhaust modifications during their lifetime. Additional mounting hardware may be required.
What is the SKU for this part?
SKU: 010120117
OE Reference: 113-251-053/AK
SKU: 010120117
