{"product_id":"empi-dual-weber-48-ida-carburetor-kit-standard-manifolds-w-linkage-vw-type-1-43-7328","title":"EMPI Dual Weber 48 IDA Carburetor Kit | VW Type 1 (Beetle, Ghia) | Round-Bar Linkage, 37mm Venturi (43-7328-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Dual Weber 48 IDA Carburetor Kit — VW Type 1, 37mm Venturis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Weber 48 IDA is the carburetor of choice for serious air-cooled performance builds — drag cars, big-bore strokers, and Type 1 engines pushing 150+ horsepower. This complete EMPI kit pairs \u003cb\u003egenuine Weber 48 IDA downdraft carburetors\u003c\/b\u003e with everything needed to bolt on a no-compromise induction setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 dual-port engines:\u003c\/b\u003e 1915cc and larger recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplications:\u003c\/b\u003e Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Dune Buggy, Sand Rail, Baja Bug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Will not clear a stock fan shroud without modification — 36HP-style shroud recommended. Verify hood\/decklid clearance before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose the Weber 48 IDA?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Weber 48 IDA is a true downdraft design with massive 48mm throats — significantly larger than 40mm or 44mm sidedraft alternatives. For engines over 1915cc, big-bore strokers, or any build targeting peak top-end power and RPM, the IDA is the racing standard. Below that displacement, an HPMX 40\/44 or IDF kit will make better street power and drive smoother.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo genuine Weber 48 IDA 4R carburetors (pre-jetted, 37mm venturis, jet screens installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard-length aluminum intake manifolds (clearanced for stock heads, port-match ready)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound-bar Tayco competition cross-bar linkage (EMPI 43-5240)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum velocity stacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel mounting brackets (allow optional air cleaner use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuel line, brass tee fitting, inline filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManifold gaskets and complete mounting hardware\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\u003eGenuine Webers:\u003c\/b\u003e Real Weber 48 IDA 4R carburetors, pre-jetted with jet screens installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete bolt-on:\u003c\/b\u003e Manifolds, linkage, velocity stacks, fuel plumbing, and hardware all in one kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilt for power:\u003c\/b\u003e 48mm downdraft throats feed big-bore, high-rpm Type 1 engines.\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 43-7328-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCarburetors:\u003c\/b\u003e Two genuine Weber 48 IDA 4R (pre-jetted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVenturis:\u003c\/b\u003e 37mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThroat Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 48mm downdraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManifolds:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard-length aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLinkage:\u003c\/b\u003e Round-bar Tayco cross-bar (EMPI 43-5240)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApprox. Carton:\u003c\/b\u003e 24 × 18 × 14 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApprox. Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 32 lbs\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 size is recommended?\u003c\/b\u003e The 48 IDA suits VW Type 1 dual-port engines 1915cc and larger. Below that, an HPMX 40\/44 or IDF kit makes better street power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre air cleaners included?\u003c\/b\u003e No — air cleaners are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it clear the stock fan shroud?\u003c\/b\u003e No. It will not clear a stock fan shroud without modification; a 36HP-style shroud is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/b\u003e This high-value kit ships fully insured with signature required via UPS\/FedEx Ground from California. It is an oversized box; additional handling fees may apply outside the contiguous US, and final freight is calculated at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation note:\u003c\/b\u003e Air cleaners not included (sold separately). Single carb applications require a vacuum-assisted distributor for proper performance. Tuning a 48 IDA is more involved than a stock carb — be prepared to dial in jetting for your specific engine combination. Professional tuning recommended for first-time IDA users.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairs with:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI Pro-Sync carb synchronizer (43-5712-0) for proper dual carb balancing.\u003c\/p\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\/engine\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44994139127923,"sku":"43-7328-0","price":2195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/43-7328-0-scaled.jpg?v=1778899310","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-dual-weber-48-ida-carburetor-kit-standard-manifolds-w-linkage-vw-type-1-43-7328","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}