{"product_id":"empi-1600cc-stock-plus-long-block-engine-as41-mag-case-part-98-0490-b","title":"EMPI 1600cc Stock Plus Long Block | Air-Cooled VW Type 1 \u0026 2 | AS41 Mag Case, Forged Crank (98-0490-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI 1600cc Stock Plus Long Block Engine — AS41 Mag Case\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stock Plus long block takes the proven \u003cb\u003e1600cc\u003c\/b\u003e recipe and upgrades the key pieces — a \u003cb\u003eforged crank\u003c\/b\u003e, lightened flywheel, \u003cb\u003eMahle pistons\u003c\/b\u003e, and stainless details — for a stronger, smoother-running motor. EMPI's 1600cc Long Block Plus (98-0490-B) is hand-assembled in Southern California from all-new, all-EMPI matched components by VW racing legend \u003cb\u003eJack Sacchette\u003c\/b\u003e, on a new \u003cb\u003eMotorav AS41 magnesium case\u003c\/b\u003e. No core required, 12-month \/ unlimited-mileage warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Bus:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConfirmed:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 1 and Type 2 applications accepting a 200mm flywheel. You supply tin, carburetor, ignition, exhaust, and clutch. \u003cb\u003eNot confirmed:\u003c\/b\u003e Type 4 engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis long block is hand-assembled from all-new, all-EMPI matched and approved components by VW racing legend Jack Sacchette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHand-Assembled:\u003c\/b\u003e Built from all-new, all-EMPI matched and approved components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNew AS41 Mag Case:\u003c\/b\u003e Motorav AS41 magnesium alloy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eForged Crank:\u003c\/b\u003e Forged, counterweighted crankshaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLightened Flywheel:\u003c\/b\u003e Lightened 8-dowel flywheel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMahle Pistons:\u003c\/b\u003e Mahle 85.5mm pistons \u0026amp; cylinders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUpgraded Heads:\u003c\/b\u003e AutoLinea dual-port heads with OSVAT valves, hardened seats, 3-angle valve job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo Core Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Palletized and crated, ready to ship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 12-month \/ unlimited-mileage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase:\u003c\/b\u003e AS41 standard magnesium alloy (Motorav)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrankshaft:\u003c\/b\u003e forged, counterweighted, direct-drilled, 69mm stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRods:\u003c\/b\u003e OE specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCamshaft:\u003c\/b\u003e stock, .334\" lift, 250° duration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLifters:\u003c\/b\u003e precision ground and heat treated, 28mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlywheel:\u003c\/b\u003e lightened, 8-dowel pin, 200mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGland nut:\u003c\/b\u003e chromoly, heavy duty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBearings:\u003c\/b\u003e standard mains (steel center), standard rods, standard thrust cam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOil pump:\u003c\/b\u003e Schadek 26mm with cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHead studs:\u003c\/b\u003e chromoly 8mm with nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePistons \u0026amp; cylinders:\u003c\/b\u003e Mahle, 85.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePushrod tubes:\u003c\/b\u003e stainless steel windage style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeads:\u003c\/b\u003e AutoLinea dual port, EMPI spec, OSVAT 35.55mm intake \/ 32mm exhaust valves, 3-angle Rottler valve job (EMPI Anaheim)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePushrods:\u003c\/b\u003e stock length, fully assembled hi-performance, 1.45mm (.057\") wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRockers:\u003c\/b\u003e high-performance, stock 1.1:1 ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eValve covers:\u003c\/b\u003e stainless steel stock style with EMPI logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGaskets:\u003c\/b\u003e Elring engine gasket set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 98-0490-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924570632\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/b\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 190 lb (palletized, crated) — special freight applies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComponent selection may vary based on worldwide availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow is the Plus different from a standard long block?\u003c\/b\u003e It upgrades to a forged crank, lightened flywheel, Mahle pistons, stainless pushrod tubes, and stainless valve covers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need a core?\u003c\/b\u003e No core required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMag or aluminum case?\u003c\/b\u003e New Motorav AS41 magnesium case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat displacement?\u003c\/b\u003e 1600cc, 85.5mm Mahle pistons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs there a warranty?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — 12 months \/ unlimited mileage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 98-0490-B (UPC 707924570632).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre you an authorized dealer?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-parts\"\u003eEngine Parts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWARNING: 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44479898583155,"sku":"98-0490-B","price":6000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/98-0490-B-copy-500x333.jpg?v=1774489615","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-1600cc-stock-plus-long-block-engine-as41-mag-case-part-98-0490-b","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}