EMPI GTV-2 Dual Port Cylinder Head | VW Type 1 94mm | 40/35.5mm SS Valves, Dual Spring (98-1336-B)
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- Vendor EMPI
- SKU 98-1336-B
- Barcode 707924443448
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Fits
- All Years VW Beetle (dual-port engine, 94mm bore)
- 1950-1971 VW Bus (dual-port engine)
- All Years VW Karmann Ghia
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EMPI GTV-2 Dual Port Cylinder Head — 94mm Bore, 40/35.5mm SS Valves, Dual Spring (98-1336-B)
The EMPI 98-1336-B is a GTV-2 dual-port cylinder head machined for 94mm pistons, for 1914cc, 2110cc, 2276cc and 2332cc air-cooled VW Type 1 big-bore builds with high-lift, high-RPM cams. It has 40mm intake / 35.5mm exhaust stainless Manley valves, dual hi-rev springs and ports 20% larger than stock. Sold each.
Part numbers: EMPI 98-1336-B (also written 981336B) · UPC 707924443448 · Required lash caps: EMPI 00-4006-0
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dual-port builds | VW Beetle (Type 1) | 94mm bore (1914cc, 2110cc, 2276cc, 2332cc) |
| Dual-port builds | VW Bus (Type 2) | Dual-port engine |
| Dual-port builds | VW Karmann Ghia | Dual-port engine |
| Dual-port builds | VW Type 3 | Dual-port engine |
| Dual-port builds | VW Thing | Dual-port engine |
| — | Stock 85.5mm or 90.5/92mm bore | Not confirmed |
| — | Single-port engines | Not confirmed |
| — | Type 4 engines | Not confirmed |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Bore | 94mm, GTV-2 dual port casting |
| Valves | 40mm intake / 35.5mm exhaust, stainless Manley |
| Springs | Dual hi-rev, chromoly retainers, hardened keepers |
| Guides | Bronze |
| Valve job | 3-angle performance |
| Ports | 20% larger than stock, port-ready |
| Spark plugs | 12mm 3/4" reach |
| Part number | 98-1336-B |
| UPC | 707924443448 |
| Sold | Each |
What's Included
- Assembled head with stainless Manley valves, dual hi-rev springs, chromoly retainers and hardened keepers
- Rocker, exhaust and intake studs
Not Included
- Lash caps (P/N 00-4006-0), required with stainless valves
Why It Matters
Dual hi-rev springs keep up with aggressive, high-RPM camshafts that single springs cannot. The GTV-2 casting adds ports 20% larger than stock and extra material around the combustion chamber for deep fly cutting, so it is ready to run or port further.
Installation Notes
- Lash caps (P/N 00-4006-0) are required for all stainless steel valve applications — sold separately.
- 12mm long-reach spark plugs must be used in place of stock Bosch plugs.
- Verify rocker arm geometry and check for coil bind with dual springs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What engines does the EMPI 98-1336-B head fit?
Dual-port VW Type 1 big-bore builds with 94mm pistons (1914cc, 2110cc, 2276cc, 2332cc) in the Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, Type 3 and Thing. It is not confirmed for 85.5mm or 90.5/92mm bores.
Why dual springs?
They handle high-lift, high-RPM camshafts that single springs can't keep up with.
What bore are these for?
94mm pistons (1914-2332cc).
Anything to check at install?
Verify rocker geometry and check for coil bind with the dual springs.
Do I need lash caps?
Yes — required with stainless valves, sold separately (00-4006-0).
What's the part number?
EMPI 98-1336-B (UPC 707924443448).
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