{"product_id":"empi-cast-steel-distributor-with-electronic-ignition-009-style-no-points-air-cooled-vw-00-9472-b","title":"EMPI Cast Steel Distributor with Electronic Ignition | Air-Cooled VW Type 1, 2 \u0026 3 | 009-Style, No Points (00-9472-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Cast Steel Distributor with Electronic Ignition | 009-Style, No Points (00-9472-B)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eEMPI cast steel distributor\u003c\/b\u003e combines the proven \u003cb\u003e009-style\u003c\/b\u003e cast steel body with a built-in \u003cb\u003eelectronic ignition module\u003c\/b\u003e — no points or condenser to wear out. The result is reliable, consistent spark and maintenance-free operation on air-cooled VW engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAir-Cooled VW:\u003c\/b\u003e Type 1, 2 \u0026amp; 3 engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo Points:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in electronic module eliminates points and condenser for maintenance-free operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProven Design:\u003c\/b\u003e 009-style cast steel body for durable, consistent performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReliable Spark:\u003c\/b\u003e Delivers consistent spark for easy starting and smooth running.\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 00-9472-B (alt. 023-117-801OEL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIgnition:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in electronic module (no points)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Cast steel body, 009-type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/b\u003e Boxed\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\u003eDoes this distributor use points?\u003c\/b\u003e No — it has a built-in electronic module, so there are no points or condenser to wear out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhich engines does it fit?\u003c\/b\u003e Air-cooled VW Type 1, 2 \u0026amp; 3 engines.\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\u003eBrowse more air-cooled VW ignition parts: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ignition\"\u003eIgnition\u003c\/a\u003e, our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e components, and everything for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eRebuild Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a component-level part intended for use as part of a full engine rebuild or top-end service — verify it against your specific case, crank, or cylinder head measurements before final assembly, and always follow the torque and clearance specs in a proper VW Type 1 workshop manual. Reusing worn mating hardware alongside a new part like this can shorten its service life, so inspect surrounding components while you're in there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Washburn's Metal Difference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWashburn's Metal is a family-run air-cooled VW \u0026amp; Porsche specialist shop — every part we sell is inspected before it ships, and our team is on hand by phone or email if you have a fitment question before or after you order. We stand behind what we sell: if a part doesn't fit as described, reach out and we'll make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.p65warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45061101748339,"sku":"00-9472-B","price":157.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9472-B.jpg?v=1780382640","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-cast-steel-distributor-with-electronic-ignition-009-style-no-points-air-cooled-vw-00-9472-b","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}