{"product_id":"verify-p-n-empi-hi-performance-dual-port-cylinder-head-85-5mm-35-5-32mm-ss-valves-3-angle-valve-job","title":"EMPI Hi-Performance Dual Port Cylinder Head | VW Type 1 Aircooled | 85.5mm, SS Valves, 3-Angle (98-1373-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Hi-Performance Dual Port Cylinder Head — 85.5mm Bore, Stainless Valves, 3-Angle Valve Job (98-1373-B)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStock heads work, but when you want stainless valves and stronger valvetrain without going full race, this is the upgrade. EMPI's \u003cb\u003eHi-Performance dual-port head (98-1373-B)\u003c\/b\u003e starts with the proven 98-1355-B 85.5mm casting and adds \u003cb\u003estainless steel Manley valves\u003c\/b\u003e, hi-rev springs, chromoly retainers, bronze guides, and a 3-angle performance valve job. SCORE-approved, sold each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1979 (dual-port, 85.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Bus:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971 and later (dual-port, 85.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNot confirmed:\u003c\/b\u003e single-port engines, big-bore 90.5\/92\/94mm builds, Type 4 engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou get genuine parts backed by real support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStainless Manley valves:\u003c\/b\u003e 35.5mm intake \/ 32mm exhaust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUpgraded valvetrain:\u003c\/b\u003e hi-rev single valve springs, chromoly retainers, and hardened keepers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBronze valve guides:\u003c\/b\u003e for durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e3-angle performance valve job:\u003c\/b\u003e improved flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpecial aluminum alloy:\u003c\/b\u003e fully repairable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRace-ready:\u003c\/b\u003e SCORE approved for Class 11 competition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSold each.\u003c\/b\u003e\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\u003eBore:\u003c\/b\u003e 85.5mm, dual port casting (98-1355-B based)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eValves:\u003c\/b\u003e 35.5mm intake \/ 32mm exhaust, stainless Manley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChamber Volume:\u003c\/b\u003e 51cc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntake Port Volume:\u003c\/b\u003e 53cc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExhaust Port Volume:\u003c\/b\u003e 56.5cc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpark plugs:\u003c\/b\u003e 14mm x 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOE Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e 043-101-355CK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 98-1373-B (UPC 707924472349)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant:\u003c\/b\u003e Lash caps (P\/N 00-4006-0) are required for all stainless steel valve applications — sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat makes this Hi-Performance?\u003c\/b\u003e Stainless Manley valves, hi-rev springs, chromoly retainers, and a 3-angle valve job over the stock head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need anything extra?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — lash caps (00-4006-0) are required with stainless valves and sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat bore does it fit?\u003c\/b\u003e Stock 85.5mm dual-port engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold each or as a pair?\u003c\/b\u003e Each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 98-1373-B (UPC 707924472349).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre you an authorized dealer?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuild your air-cooled VW engine with more from our catalog: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-parts\"\u003eEngine Parts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/a\u003e, and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWARNING: 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 www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Wash hands following installation or before eating. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44924433268851,"sku":"98-1373-B","price":458.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/98-1373-B-scaled.jpg?v=1778011448","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/verify-p-n-empi-hi-performance-dual-port-cylinder-head-85-5mm-35-5-32mm-ss-valves-3-angle-valve-job","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}