{"product_id":"vw-hi-performance-chromoly-pushrods-stock-length-11-078-set-of-8-00-4033-0","title":"EMPI Hi-Performance Chromoly Pushrods | VW Type 1\/2\/3 Air-Cooled | Stock 11.078\" Set of 8 (00-4033-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Hi-Performance 5\/16\" Chromoly Pushrods — Stock Length 11.078\" (Set of 8)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEliminate valvetrain flex and protect your high-performance engine with this set of eight heavy-duty steel pushrods. Engineered to withstand the increased pressures of high-lift camshafts and dual valve springs, these pushrods are a critical upgrade for any 1300cc–1600cc build that sees high-RPM use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from \u003cb\u003eheat-treated 5\/16\" steel tubing\u003c\/b\u003e with a 1.45mm (.057\") wall thickness, these rods offer a significant strength increase over stock aluminum units. They arrive \u003cb\u003efully assembled\u003c\/b\u003e with high-carbon steel tips pre-installed for a fast, straightforward top-end service or engine build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle \u0026amp; Engine Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEngine Type:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 1 (1300cc, 1500cc, and 1600cc based engines)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1:\u003c\/b\u003e Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Thing (1966–1979)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2:\u003c\/b\u003e Bus\/Transporter (1966–1971)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e Notchback, Squareback, Fastback (1966–1973)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to withstand high-lift camshafts and dual valve springs, these heat-treated steel rods deliver a significant strength increase over stock aluminum units — a critical upgrade for any 1300cc–1600cc build that sees high RPM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeat-Treated Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e 5\/16\" tubing offers major strength over stock aluminum rods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAnti-Flex Wall:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.45mm (.057\") wall resists bowing under high RPM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStock Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.078\" length maintains standard valvetrain geometry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady to Install:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully assembled with high-carbon steel tips pre-installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Set:\u003c\/b\u003e Supplied as a set of 8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Heat-treated 5\/16\" steel tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWall Thickness:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.45mm (.057\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOverall Length (OAL):\u003c\/b\u003e 11.078\" (stock length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e Set of 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-4033-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre these a direct replacement length?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — at 11.078\" they match standard VW stock length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need to assemble them?\u003c\/b\u003e No — they arrive fully assembled with tips pre-installed; no cutting or pressing required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre they suitable for dual valve springs?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — the added rigidity is recommended for any engine running dual valve springs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied fully assembled with high-carbon steel tips pre-installed — no cutting or pressing required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly recommended for any engine running dual valve springs; the added rigidity translates rocker movement directly into valve lift instead of pushrod bowing at high RPM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild your top end: browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engine-parts\"\u003eEngine Parts\u003c\/a\u003e, more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e components, and our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAir-Cooled VW\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888989827187,"sku":"00-4033-0","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-4033-0-500x517.jpg?v=1776927946","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-hi-performance-chromoly-pushrods-stock-length-11-078-set-of-8-00-4033-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}