EMPI Electronic Ignition Kit | Air-Cooled VW Type 1, 2, Ghia & Thing | Points-to-Electronic (009 or Stock)

EMPI Electronic Ignition Kit — Points-to-Electronic Conversion for Air-Cooled VW

Convert a points-style VW distributor to maintenance-free electronic ignition with this EMPI kit. It delivers a hotter, more consistent spark and eliminates points adjustment for easier starting and steadier running. Choose the version that matches your distributor.

Vehicle Fitment

• Air-Cooled VW: Type 1, Type 2, Karmann Ghia, Type 181 (Thing), and Buggy & Baja — 1967 and later

Key Features & Benefits

• Maintenance-Free: Replaces breaker points so there are no points to file, gap, or replace.
• Stronger Spark: Produces a hotter, more consistent spark for easier starting and smoother running.
• Distributor-Specific Fit: Offered for both 009-style and stock/SVDA distributors so you can match your setup.

Technical Specifications

• 009 Distributor Version: Part #00-9421-0 — fits Bosch/EMPI 009-style centrifugal-advance distributors
• Stock Distributor Version: Part #00-9422-0 — fits stock vacuum/SVDA-style distributors
• Type: Points-to-electronic ignition conversion
• Brand: EMPI

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which version do I need? Choose the 009 version (00-9421-0) if you run a Bosch or EMPI 009-style centrifugal-advance distributor, or the Stock version (00-9422-0) for a stock vacuum/SVDA-style distributor.
• Do I still need to adjust points after installing? No. This kit replaces the breaker points with an electronic trigger, so there are no points to set or maintain.
• Will it fit my air-cooled VW? It fits air-cooled VW Type 1, Type 2, Karmann Ghia, Type 181, and Buggy & Baja applications from 1967 and later, provided you select the version matching your distributor.

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