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EMPI 1600cc Turn-Key Engine — Mag Case with Heat, Dyno-Tested | VW (98-0503-B)

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EMPI 1600cc Turn-Key Engine — Mag Case with Heat, Dyno-Tested | VW (98-0503-B)Skip the core hassle and the long build wait this is a complete, ready to run engine. EMPI's 1600cc Turn Key (98 0503 B) is a 100% new magnesium case engine, fully dressed, dyno tested and tuned at EMPI before it ships. Drop it in, add your exhaust and clutch, and your VW is back on the road. Backed by a 12 month unlimited mileage warranty. Features 100% new no core required, dyno tested and tuned AS41 magnesium alloy case Complete Stock Dual Port

Skip the core hassle and the long build wait — this is a complete, ready-to-run engine. EMPI's 1600cc Turn-Key (98-0503-B) is a 100% new magnesium-case engine, fully dressed, dyno-tested and tuned at EMPI before it ships. Drop it in, add your exhaust and clutch, and your VW is back on the road. Backed by a 12-month/unlimited-mileage warranty.

Features

  • 100% new — no core required, dyno-tested and tuned
  • AS41 magnesium alloy case
  • Complete Stock Dual Port heads with upgraded OSVAT OE-style valves
  • EMPI HEI electronic ignition — no points to set or replace
  • New 55-amp alternator and new 34 PICT-3 carburetor
  • 12-volt 200mm flywheel
  • New sheet metal and PennGrade 1 oil included
  • 12-month / unlimited-mileage warranty

What's Included

  • New 55 Amp alternator
  • New 34 PICT-3 carburetor
  • New electronic ignition kit with high-output coil
  • Stock Dual Port cylinder heads, OSVAT OE-style valves
  • 12-volt 200mm flywheel
  • New sheet metal
  • PennGrade 1 oil

Fitment

CONFIRMED: Most VW Type 1 and Type 2 applications using a 12-volt 200mm flywheel — Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, dune buggy, sand rail, and kit-car builds. You supply the exhaust and clutch to match your application. NOT CONFIRMED: 6-volt / 6-dowel flywheel setups without conversion, Type 4 engines.

Specifications

  • Displacement: 1600cc | Case: AS41 magnesium
  • Heads: Stock Dual Port, OSVAT OE-style valves
  • Ignition: EMPI HEI electronic | Carb: 34 PICT-3 | Alternator: 55 amp
  • Flywheel: 12V 200mm
  • Part Number: 98-0503-B | UPC: 707924582819
  • Country of Origin: USA
  • Shipping weight: 280 lb (palletized, crated) — special freight applies

Questions & Answers

Is this a complete, running engine? Yes — 100% new, dyno-tested and tuned, ready to install. Add exhaust and clutch.

Do I need a core? No core required.

Mag or aluminum case? This is the AS41 magnesium-case version.

Is there a warranty? Yes — 12 months / unlimited mileage.

How does it ship? Palletized and crated; special freight policies apply.

What's the part number? EMPI 98-0503-B (UPC 707924582819).

Are you an authorized dealer? Yes — Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer.

Prop 65 Warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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