EMPI 1776cc Magnesium Turn-Key Engine | Air-Cooled VW Type 1/2 | Dyno-Tested, With Heat (98-0504-B)

EMPI 1776cc Magnesium Turn-Key Engine — With Heat (98-0504-B)

The 1776cc on a magnesium case is the enthusiast's favorite turn-key — a real displacement bump over a stock 1600 with authentic factory-style cooling and weight. EMPI's 1776cc Magnesium Turn-Key (98-0504-B) is built 100% with new EMPI components, fully dressed, professionally tuned, and dyno-tested at EMPI Anaheim so it arrives ready to install and fire up. Add your exhaust and clutch.

Vehicle Fitment

Confirmed: Most VW Type 1 and Type 2 applications using a 12-volt 200mm flywheel. Not confirmed: 6-volt / 6-dowel setups without conversion, or Type 4 engines.

• VW Beetle & Super Beetle
• VW Karmann Ghia
• VW Bus (Type 2, early)
• VW Thing (Type 181)
• Dune buggies, sand rails, and kit cars

Why Choose EMPI?

This engine is built 100% with new EMPI components and dyno-tested and tuned at EMPI Anaheim before it ships — no core required.

Key Features & Benefits

• 100% New: No core required, dyno-tested and tuned at EMPI Anaheim.
• Displacement & Case: 1776cc on an AS41 magnesium case for factory-style cooling.
• Performance Heads: High-Performance Stock Dual Port heads with a custom 3-angle valve job by EMPI's head builders.
• Electronic Ignition: EMPI HEI — no points, hotter spark, maintenance-free.
• Fully Dressed: New 55-amp alternator and new EMPI 37 PICT-3 carburetor kit.
• Warranty: 12-month / unlimited-mileage.

What's Included

• New 55 Amp alternator
• New EMPI 37 PICT-3 carburetor kit
• New electronic ignition kit with high-output coil
• Upgraded performance dual-port heads (3-angle valve job)
• 12-volt 200mm flywheel
• New engine tin / sheet metal
• PennGrade 1 break-in oil

Technical Specifications

• Displacement: 1776cc
• Case: AS41 magnesium
• Heads: High-Performance Stock Dual Port, 3-angle valve job
• Ignition: EMPI HEI
• Carburetor: 37 PICT-3 kit
• Alternator: 55 amp
• Flywheel: 12V 200mm
• Part Number: 98-0504-B | UPC: 707924582826 | COO: USA
• Shipping Weight: 280 lb (palletized, crated) — special freight applies
• Warranty: 12 months / unlimited mileage

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this a complete, running engine? Yes — 100% new, dyno-tested and tuned, ready to install. Add exhaust and clutch.
• What displacement? 1776cc.
• Mag or aluminum case? AS41 magnesium, for factory-style cooling and weight.
• Does it come with heat? This is the "with heat" configuration — set up for heater boxes.
• Is there a warranty? Yes — 12 months / unlimited mileage.
• What's the part number? EMPI 98-0504-B (UPC 707924582826).
• Are you an authorized dealer? Yes.

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