{"product_id":"empi-34-pict-3-carburetor-12v-choke-for-vw-1600cc-dual-port-98-1289-b","title":"EMPI 34 PICT-3 Carburetor — 12V Choke, 1600cc Dual Port | VW Beetle (98-1289-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI 34 PICT-3 Carburetor — 12V Choke for VW 1600cc Dual Port (98-1289-B)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRevive your classic VW's performance with the \u003cb\u003eEMPI 34 PICT-3 Carburetor\u003c\/b\u003e. Engineered as a faithful tribute to the original Solex design, this unit delivers the reliability and smooth throttle response your air-cooled engine deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike cheaper alternatives, this EMPI model features precision-machined \u003cb\u003ebushings on both ends of the throttle shaft\u003c\/b\u003e to prevent vacuum leaks and ensure longevity. It is specifically designed to meet the demands of \u003cb\u003e1600cc dual port engines\u003c\/b\u003e and is shaped to provide clearance for alternators on late-model applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1979 (1600cc dual port)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Bus (Type 2):\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1979 (1600cc dual port)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt as a faithful tribute to the original Solex design, this carburetor uses precision-machined bushings on \u003cb\u003eboth ends\u003c\/b\u003e of the throttle shaft — not just one — to resist vacuum leaks and wear. It also ships with a jet pack to optimize performance for high-ethanol modern fuels or modified exhaust systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEngine fitment:\u003c\/b\u003e optimized for 1600cc dual port engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThrottle shaft:\u003c\/b\u003e dual-end bushings for superior durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/b\u003e 12-volt electric choke included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlternator friendly:\u003c\/b\u003e specifically designed to clear late-model alternators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBonus:\u003c\/b\u003e includes a high-ethanol\/header jet pack for modern tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMain jet:\u003c\/b\u003e 127.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdle jet:\u003c\/b\u003e 55\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAir correction jet:\u003c\/b\u003e 70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePump jet:\u003c\/b\u003e 60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNeedle valve:\u003c\/b\u003e 150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStandard rebuild kit:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-2500-0 or 00-9936-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeluxe rebuild kit:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-2505-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 98-1289-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat engine is this carburetor for?\u003c\/b\u003e The 1600cc dual-port air-cooled VW engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it include an electric choke?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — a 12-volt electric choke is included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it clear a late-model alternator?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, it is shaped to provide clearance for alternators on late-model applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhich rebuild kit fits it?\u003c\/b\u003e Standard kit 00-2500-0 or 00-9936-0; deluxe kit 00-2505-0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fuel-intake\"\u003eFuel \u0026amp; Intake\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44777803087987,"sku":"98-1289-B","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/98-1289-B-500x359.jpg?v=1776058414","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-34-pict-3-carburetor-12v-choke-for-vw-1600cc-dual-port-98-1289-b","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}