{"product_id":"empi-40k-carburetor-left-carb-only-kadron-style-dual-setup-part-43-4427-0","title":"EMPI 40K Carburetor (Left) | VW Type 1 \u0026 4 | Kadron-Style 40mm Side-Draft, Carb Only (43-4427-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI 40K 40mm Carburetor (Left Side) — Kadron Style, Carb Only (43-4427-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring your air-cooled engine to life with the \u003cb\u003eEMPI 40K Carburetor\u003c\/b\u003e — a performance dual-carb setup inspired by the legendary Kadron Brosol\/Solex design. Engineered for VW Type 1 and Type 4 engines, the 40K is ideal for street performance and mild off-road applications, offering simplicity, torque, and top-end power. \u003cb\u003eThis listing is for the LEFT-side carburetor only\u003c\/b\u003e (sold individually) — you'll need both the left (43-4427-0) and right (43-4428-0) for a dual installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1600cc–2000cc dual-port performance builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 4 \/ Bus \/ Porsche 914\u003c\/b\u003e (with appropriate Type 4 manifolds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eKarmann Ghia \/ Thing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSand rails, dune buggies, Cal-look builds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EMPI 40K brings the legendary Kadron Brosol\/Solex design to a modern, affordable package. It shares the same internals as the Brosol\/Solex 40mm, with side-draft simplicity that's easier to tune than an IDF.\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\u003eLeft-side carb only:\u003c\/b\u003e driver's side of the engine in the upright Type 1 layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e40mm Kadron\/Brosol-style design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVintage road-tested performance:\u003c\/b\u003e strong torque and throttle response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSide-draft layout:\u003c\/b\u003e simpler tuning than an IDF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSame internals\u003c\/b\u003e as the Brosol\/Solex 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCarb only:\u003c\/b\u003e manifold, linkage, and air cleaner sold separately\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\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 43-4427-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e 40mm Kadron-style side-draft, single-barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFactory Jetting:\u003c\/b\u003e Main 1.30 \/ Idle .55 \/ Needle Valve 1.50 \/ E-Tube 1.50 \/ Venturi 28mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRebuild Kits:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-2301-0 or 00-9937-0; Deluxe 00-2507-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRight-Side Companion:\u003c\/b\u003e 43-4428-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Left-side carburetor only (pair with 43-4428-0 for a dual install)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping:\u003c\/b\u003e ~4 lbs, box 8 x 7 x 7 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs this the complete dual-carb setup?\u003c\/b\u003e No — this is the LEFT-side carburetor only, sold individually. You need both the left (43-4427-0) and right (43-4428-0) for a dual installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat design is the 40K based on?\u003c\/b\u003e It is a 40mm Kadron\/Brosol-style side-draft carb with the same internals as the Brosol\/Solex 40mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is it best suited for?\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 1 and Type 4 engines for street performance and mild off-road use — strong torque and throttle response with simpler tuning than an IDF.\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\/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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44924791685235,"sku":"43-4427-0","price":343.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/43-4427-0-scaled.jpg?v=1778016057","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-40k-carburetor-left-carb-only-kadron-style-dual-setup-part-43-4427-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}