EMPI GTV-2 Dual Port Cylinder Head | VW Type 1 Aircooled | 94mm Bore, 40/35.5mm SS Valves, Single Spring

EMPI GTV-2 Dual Port Cylinder Head — 94mm Bore, 40/35.5mm Stainless Valves, Single Spring

The EMPI GTV-2 cylinder head casting out-classes the competition. Machined to fit 94mm pistons for big-displacement stroker builds, its beefed-up intake and exhaust ports allow massive porting without the need for welding. 40×35.5mm stainless Manley valves with single hi-rev springs. Sold each.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (Type 1): dual-port performance builds, 94mm bore (1914cc / 2110cc / 2276cc)
• VW Bus (Type 2): dual-port performance builds
• VW Type 3: dual-port performance builds
• VW Karmann Ghia: dual-port performance builds
• VW Thing: dual-port performance builds

Why Choose EMPI?

The GTV-2 casting is a proven platform for high-output street and race engines.

Key Features & Benefits

• Port-ready GTV-2 casting: 20% larger intake and exhaust ports than stock, with added material around the combustion chamber for deep fly cutting — massive porting without welding.
• Machined for 94mm: direct fit for 1914cc / 2110cc / 2276cc stroker builds.
• Stainless Manley valves: 40mm intake / 35.5mm exhaust.
• Single hi-rev valve springs: with chromoly retainers and hardened keepers.
• Bronze valve guides: for durability.
• 3-angle performance valve job.
• Studs included: rocker, exhaust, and intake studs.
• Sold each.

Technical Specifications

• Bore: 94mm, GTV-2 dual port casting
• Valves: 40mm intake / 35.5mm exhaust, stainless Manley
• Springs: single hi-rev
• Ports: 20% larger than stock
• Spark plugs: 12mm 3/4" reach

Important: 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What bore are these machined for? 94mm pistons.
• What displacements? 1914cc, 2110cc, and 2276cc stroker builds.
• Can I port them? Yes — the GTV-2 casting has 20% larger ports and extra chamber material, allowing massive porting without welding.
• Do I need lash caps? Yes — required with stainless valves, sold separately (00-4006-0).
• What spark plugs? 12mm 3/4" long-reach, not stock Bosch.
• Are you an authorized dealer? Yes.

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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.