VW Bug Weber DGV Air Cleaner, Chrome Rectangular 1-3/4" Tall, Washable Gauze — EMPI 00-8806-0 | Weber 32/36 DGV, DGAV & DGEV
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EMPI Chrome Rectangular Air Cleaner — Weber DGV / DGAV / DGEV (00-8806-0)
EMPI 00-8806-0 is a low-profile, 1-3/4 in tall chrome rectangular air cleaner with a washable gauze element for Weber 32/36 DGV, DGAV and DGEV carburetors, used on single-carb progressive conversions of air-cooled VW Type 1 engines (Beetle, Super Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Bus, Thing, buggies). The 6-3/4 x 4-1/2 in base clears engine lids; hardware and gaskets included.
Part numbers: EMPI 00-8806-0 · 8806 · 00-8806-B (bagged) · 00-8806-D · UPC 707924332629
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1947–1986 | VW Beetle | With Weber DGV/DGAV/DGEV fitted (EMPI price file) |
| 1971–1979 | VW Super Beetle | With Weber DGV/DGAV/DGEV |
| 1950–1971 | VW Type 2 Bus | Type 1 engine with Weber DGV/DGAV/DGEV |
| 1956–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia | With Weber DGV/DGAV/DGEV |
| 1973–1974 | VW Thing (Type 181) | With Weber DGV/DGAV/DGEV |
| 1963–1986 | Dune buggy / Baja | With Weber DGV/DGAV/DGEV |
| Does not fit | Weber DFV / DFAV / DFEV | Use EMPI 00-8809-0 |
| Does not fit | Stock Solex/Brosol PICT carbs | Use a round air cleaner, e.g. EMPI 17-2823-0 |
| Does not fit | Weber IDF / EMPI HPMX | Use EMPI 00-8805-0 |
| Not confirmed | EMPI EPC 38 EGAS | One dealer lists it, but EMPI does not |
Fitment is by carburetor: it bolts to the Weber DGV, DGAV and DGEV progressive carburetor top.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | EMPI 00-8806-0 |
| Style | Rectangular, chrome-plated steel base and top |
| Footprint | 6-3/4 x 4-1/2 in |
| Height | 1-3/4 in |
| Element | Washable gauze |
| Includes | Mounting hardware and gaskets |
| Carburetors | Weber DGV, DGAV, DGEV |
| UPC | 707924332629 |
| Country of origin | Taiwan |
| Shipping weight | 0.84 lb |
| Package dimensions | 12 x 9 x 2 in |
What's Included
- Chrome air cleaner base and top with washable gauze element
- Mounting hardware
- Gaskets
Why It Matters
Most Weber 32/36 DGV conversions end up with a filter that is either too tall to clear the engine lid or too cheap to seal on the carb top. The low 1-3/4 in height clears Beetle and Bus engine lids, alternator stands and fuel lines, and the washable gauze flows well and is reusable. The clip design lets you get to the carb or change the element without tools.
Installation Notes
Check the carb top gasket surface before you fit it. An old warped gasket lets unfiltered air in, and grit wears the throttle shafts.
Snug the mounting hardware evenly and don't crush the base plate. Chrome steel dents if you overtighten it.
Check engine-lid clearance with the lid closed. On some Bus and Bay tin setups the choke wiring or fuel line has to be rerouted.
Carb jetting may need a re-check after you change from a restrictive filter to gauze.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the EMPI 00-8806-0 fit the Weber 32/36 DGV on my 1972 Beetle?
Yes. It bolts to the Weber DGV, DGAV and DGEV progressive carburetor top, which is how most air-cooled Type 1 progressive conversions are set up.
Does it fit a Weber DFV or DFEV?
No. The DFV/DFAV/DFEV top is different. EMPI makes a separate air cleaner for those carbs (00-8809-0).
Does it fit a stock Solex/Brosol PICT carburetor?
No. Stock 28/30/34 PICT carbs use a round air cleaner (for example EMPI 17-2823-0).
Why use a 1-3/4 inch tall air cleaner on a Weber DGV?
The low height clears engine lids, fuel lines and alternator stands. That is the usual reason a stock-style oil-bath cleaner won't fit a DGV conversion.
Is the gauze element washable?
Yes. Wash it in warm soapy water, let it dry completely, and refit it. Don't run it wet or oil-soaked.
What size is the EMPI 00-8806-0 air cleaner?
It has a 6-3/4 x 4-1/2 in footprint and is 1-3/4 in tall, with a chrome-plated steel base and top.
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Prop 65 Warning
⚠ WARNING: 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. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.
