{"product_id":"empi-competition-merged-exhaust-system-1-5-8-type-1-part-3699","title":"EMPI Competition Merged Exhaust Header | VW Beetle, Ghia \u0026 Type 1 | 1-5\/8\" Mandrel-Bent, Dual Carb (3699)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Competition Merged Exhaust System — 1-5\/8\" Mandrel-Bent Type 1 Header\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for serious performance. The \u003cb\u003eEMPI Competition Merged Header\u003c\/b\u003e features \u003cb\u003e1-5\/8\" mandrel-bent tubing\u003c\/b\u003e with a hand-cut and fitted longer collector that maximizes exhaust scavenging and unlocks top-end power. Designed for dual-carb performance builds, this header eliminates heater boxes for maximum airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComes with a non-baffled black stinger and all the gaskets and hardware needed for the stinger. For a quieter setup, add an EMPI merged-compatible muffler (part numbers 3700, 55-3700, 3701, 3702, or 3703).\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 All years, Type 1 air-cooled engine (1300-1600cc, dual carb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e All years, Type 1 air-cooled engine (1300-1600cc, dual carb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e All years, Type 1 air-cooled engine (1300-1600cc, dual carb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e1-5\/8\" Mandrel-Bent Tubing:\u003c\/b\u003e Smooth, consistent bends for maximum flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHand-Cut Long Collector:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-fitted for maximum scavenging and top-end power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo Heater Boxes:\u003c\/b\u003e Pure performance setup for dual-carb builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded Stinger \u0026amp; Hardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-baffled black stinger plus flange gaskets and stinger mounting hardware.\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\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 3699\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTubing:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-5\/8\" mandrel-bent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEngine Fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Type 1 air-cooled engines (1300-1600cc base, dual carb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fit:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Type 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Black (paint burns off after install — recommend stripping and re-coating with high-temp paint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for use with single carburetors — the exhaust has no heat riser attachments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf using black paint, strip it before install or it will burn off in the first few hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible muffler must be purchased separately for street use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatible Mufflers (sold separately)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEMPI #3700 — Standard merged muffler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEMPI #55-3700 — Stainless merged muffler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEMPI #3701 \/ 3702 \/ 3703 — Premium quiet pack options\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\u003eDoes this fit single-carb engines?\u003c\/b\u003e No — it has no heat riser attachments and is not for use with single carburetors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs a muffler included?\u003c\/b\u003e No — it comes with a non-baffled black stinger; a compatible muffler (EMPI 3700, 55-3700, 3701, 3702, or 3703) is sold separately for street use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat comes in the box?\u003c\/b\u003e The merged header, a non-baffled black stinger, and the flange gaskets and stinger mounting hardware.\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\/exhaust\"\u003eExhaust\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-parts\"\u003eEngine Parts\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45023802228851,"sku":"3699","price":235.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/VW_MERGED_EXHAUSE_SYSTEM_3699.jpg?v=1779334790","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-competition-merged-exhaust-system-1-5-8-type-1-part-3699","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}