{"product_id":"empi-epc-48-carburetor-carb-only-true-downdraft-ida-style-w-velocity-stacks-part-47-1048-0","title":"EMPI EPC 48 Carburetor | VW Type 1 Race Builds | True Downdraft IDA-Style, Velocity Stacks (47-1048-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI EPC 48 Carburetor | True Downdraft IDA-Style (Carb Only, Velocity Stacks)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEMPI's EPC 48 is a \u003cb\u003etrue downdraft IDA-style carburetor\u003c\/b\u003e designed for high-performance applications. It features a 37mm venturi, a third progression hole for improved drivability, an enlarged float bowl for race conditions, and removable jets, emulsion tubes, and venturis for precise tuning. Includes \u003cb\u003espun aluminum velocity stacks\u003c\/b\u003e compatible with air cleaners. \u003cb\u003eAll parts are interchangeable with the Weber 48 IDA\u003c\/b\u003e, delivering IDA-class race performance at a friendlier price point. Carburetor only — you need \u003cb\u003etwo\u003c\/b\u003e for a complete dual-IDA 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 stroker motors:\u003c\/b\u003e 2110cc and up — race-prep engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop-end builds:\u003c\/b\u003e Cal-look and full-race applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOff-road:\u003c\/b\u003e sand rails and buggies running IDA-style power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBest with proper IDA-style manifolds\u003c\/b\u003e (43-5240 round-bar or 43-5242 hex-bar linkage available separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe EPC 48 gives you Weber 48 IDA compatibility and race-ready features — third progression port, enlarged float bowl, and full jet\/venturi\/emulsion-tube tunability — at a much friendlier price point than the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrue downdraft IDA-style design\u003c\/b\u003e (not side-draft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e37mm venturi\u003c\/b\u003e — largest stock venturi in the lineup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThird progression port hole\u003c\/b\u003e — improved drivability over older IDA designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnlarged float bowl\u003c\/b\u003e — better for hard cornering and high-G race conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRemovable jets, emulsion tubes, and venturis\u003c\/b\u003e — full tunability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpun aluminum velocity stacks included\u003c\/b\u003e (compatible with air cleaners)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeber 48 IDA parts interchange\u003c\/b\u003e — jets, gaskets, floats, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCarb only\u003c\/b\u003e — need 2 for a dual installation\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\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e true downdraft IDA-style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVenturis:\u003c\/b\u003e 37mm (replaceable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFactory jetting:\u003c\/b\u003e Main 135 \/ Idle 70 \/ Air Correction 120 \/ Emulsion Tube F-7 \/ Needle Valve 2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e single carburetor (spun aluminum velocity stacks included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInterchange:\u003c\/b\u003e Weber 48 IDA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRebuild kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Deluxe 43-5815-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLinkage kits:\u003c\/b\u003e 43-5240 (round bar) or 43-5242 (hex bar), sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 47-1048-0\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\u003eHow many do I need for a dual-IDA setup?\u003c\/b\u003e Two — this listing is for one carburetor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill Weber IDA parts fit this carburetor?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, all parts are interchangeable with the Weber 48 IDA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre velocity stacks included?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — spun aluminum velocity stacks compatible with air cleaners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilding a race top end? Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fuel-intake\"\u003eFuel \u0026amp; Intake\u003c\/a\u003e for carbs, manifolds, and linkage, our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/a\u003e catalog, and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAir-Cooled VW\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. 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