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EMPI Steering Boxes

If you want your classic VW to steer like new, the EMPI steering boxes are your solution. These steering boxes are built to replicate a precise fit and function of the original equipment (OE) part for your make and model, making them a reliable choice for a smooth and reliable steering experience. Manufactured in an ISO 9001 certified facility with all-new components, the EMPI steering boxes are tested to ensure performance and longevity. Each steering box unit comes pre-filled with the correct amount and grade of grease, which is a big-time saver that eliminates a step in the installation.

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$443.05

EMPI 34 PICT-3 Carburetors

EMPI 34 PICT-3 carburetors are engineered true to the originals. EMPI's version has bushings on each end of the throttle shaft, and will cover all 1600cc dual-port engine requirements. Their 34 PICT-3 carburetors include a jet pack for high ethanol fuels and/or header. They will clear alternators on late model applications, and feature a 12 V choke.

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$235.20

EMPI 31 PICT-3 Carburetors

EMPI 31 PICT-3 carburetors are Brosol/Solex replacements for the 1968-70 vehicles that were originally equipped with the "square bowl" 30 PICT-2 or 30 PICT-3 carbs. These single-barrel carburetors feature a 12 V choke and dual arm design.

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$297.65

EMPI Clutch Kits

EMPI offers clutch kits designed for a specific range of air-cooled VWs, including 1967-1970 Type 1s, 1963-1970 Type 2s, and 1967-1970 Karmann Ghias, provided they have a 200mm flywheel. These clutch kits provide the necessary components for a clutch replacement, saving you from having to source parts individually. Their key benefits include improved acceleration, crisper throttle response, and a longer-lasting, more efficient clutch system.

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$234.60

EMPI Leak-Proof Pushrod Tubes

EMPI offers leak-proof pushrod tubes designed to fit a wide range of air-cooled Volkswagen engines, including the 1200cc to 1600cc models found in the Beetle, Karmann Ghia, and Type 2 Transporter. The benefit of these pushrod tubes is the prevention of oil leaks, achieved through an O-ring seal that provides a positive, leak-free seal and is reinforced by a spring-loaded design or O-rings with stainless steel springs to maintain constant tension. These pushrod tubes allow for quick replacement of damaged or leaking ones, often without needing to remove the engine or cylinder heads, making them ideal for both quick repairs and permanent installations. Their construction often includes heavy-duty aluminum, which is both strong and corrosion-resistant, with some high-performance versions featuring larger inner diameters that allow for increased pushrod clearance. Order the pushrod tubes designed for your application needs.

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$241.00

EMPI Seat Belt Sets

EMPI specializes in parts for classic and off-road vehicles, so their seat belt sets are often designed for popular models like air-cooled Volkswagens. These seat belt sets are designed as modern replacements for older vehicles, offering a significant safety upgrade from original equipment that may lack modern restraints. For specific models, like the 3-point retractable sets, benefits include convenience, a secure fit, and the ability to upgrade classic cars for better safety compliance. The seat belts are made from automotive-grade materials, ensuring they are built to last under regular use. Many sets are designed to be easy to install and use, with features like push-button buckles for simple and secure fastening. These seat belts do NOT fit convertible models. NOT for competition use. Order the seat belt set for your vehicle's application.

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$253.40

EMPI Exhaust Systems

EMPI offers many sizes and styles of exhaust systems to fit your VW. Buggy, Baja, Competition, GT, and side exit styles made from steel or stainless steel with black or natural finishes is just a few of the options available. EMPI exhausts feature mandrel bends, TIG welding, strong flanges, and many are fitted with an EMPI badge for a custom look. Most will include tips and hardware. Look over their selection and choose the best fit for your vehicle's application.

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$188.30

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$1,067.40

EMPI Brake Calipers

EMPI brake calipers offer improved brake performance, a consistent and responsive pedal feel, and enhanced stopping power. Upgrading to these calipers, especially when using them in a complete disc brake kit, provides more reliable and precise braking control compared to older drum systems. Many kits come with the necessary components for a full upgrade, such as calipers, pads, rotors, and hardware, which can simplify the installation process. EMPI brake caliper kits, like those for classic Volkswagens, come with forged drop spindles, allowing for a lower ride height and the benefits of disc brakes simultaneously. Select the brake calipers for your application.

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$72.95

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$194.10

EMPI Single Carburetor Intake Manifolds

EMPI single carburetor intake manifolds are a popular upgrade for vehicles like the VW Type 1, offering a significant performance improvement over the stock setup. The manifold's design channels air from the single carburetor to the individual intake ports on the cylinder head. This helps to distribute the air-fuel mixture evenly, ensuring each cylinder receives the correct amount of fuel for optimal combustion. These single carburetor intake manifolds are often used to upgrade performance for street applications or off-road use.

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$126.15

EMPI Upgraded Accelerator Pedal Kits

With EMPI's upgraded accelerator pedal kits, you can enjoy smoother, trouble-free acceleration! A new EMPI design incorporating an upgraded roller with a sealed long-life bearing is the key element to these kits. The sealed roller bearing provides a smoother, less "notchy" pedal feel compared to older, worn-out linkage systems, enhancing acceleration and throttle engagement, making daily driving more enjoyable and responsive. These pedal assembly kits include the necessary components, such as the pedal pad, lever, roller bearing, and hardware for a comprehensive upgrade.

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$50.00

EMPI Valve Covers

The EMPI valve covers are a popular upgrade for air-cooled VW engines due to their ability to create a tighter, more positive seal than traditional bail-clip style covers. They offer benefits like enhanced durability and leak prevention through their bolt-on, cast aluminum design, as well as improved engine cooling via a finned design and increased clearance for high-lift rocker arms. The valve covers are available with polished fins and a black background, adding a custom look to the engine bay. Some feature a boss that can be drilled and tapped for venting to a breather box, which is useful for performance and off-road setups. Order the model for your application.

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$47.65

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$132.45

EMPI Trigger Shifters

EMPI trigger shifters are designed for a range of classic air-cooled Volkswagen models, with specific versions available for Type 1, Ghia, and Type 2 buses. They offer benefits like improved, smoother gear shifts due to the sliding trigger and reduced throw that decreases the length of the shifter's movement, resulting in quicker and more positive gear changes. These shifters also increase safety with a reverse lock-out feature that prevents accidental engagement of reverse gear. EMPI trigger shifters are customizable for different vehicle needs with various shaft length options, some models with custom knobs, depending on the shifter style selected.

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$89.20

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$98.75

EMPI Heavy-Duty Replacement Running Boards

EMPI heavy-duty replacement running boards offer enhanced durability and a custom look for classic VW Beetles. They provide a more secure and comfortable step for easier entry and exit, protect the vehicle's lower body from road debris, and can increase resale value of the vehicle. The running boards feature a strong extruded aluminum construction that resists rust and comes in various finishes. The EMPI running boards are sold in pairs only.

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$89.55

EMPI Kennedy Stage 1 Clutch Pressure Plates

EMPI's Kennedy Stage 1 clutch pressure plates are built for heavy use and long-lasting performance. They are compatible with Volkswagen vehicles ranging from 1967-1979, depending on the specific model and flywheel size. These pressure plates offer more clamping force for better performance, while the design provides consistent and reliable clutch engagement with crisper shifts and are adaptable for both early and late model applications. Kennedy clutches have been relied on in drag racing, off-road and sand competition, as well as performance street applications. All are supplied with metal ring. The center ring is removable for all late model-style applications.

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$232.95

EMPI Stub Axles

EMPI stub axles are available in different versions, such as the conversion stub axle for Type 1 IRS arms to 930 CV joints, and micro stub axles. The stub axles feature precision CNC machining for a precise fit and reliable performance. Their key benefits include superior strength and durability due to forged chromoly construction and heat treatment, versatile compatibility with both drum or disc brakes and various IRS setups, and enhanced performance by allowing use of stronger Porsche 930 CV joints for high-stress applications. Select the axles designed for your application needs.

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$126.15

EMPI Engine Case Stud Kits

EMPI engine case stud kits provide superior and even clamping force required by today's hi-performance VW engines. These engine bolt fastener kits are made from high-grade Chromoly, and resist stretch and fatigue, which is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the engine case under high pressure and heat. The engine case stud kits are an essential upgrade for building or rebuilding engines, especially those with dual port cylinder heads, and can also be used for applications like repairing stripped oil drain plates.

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$68.45

EMPI Counter-Weighted Crankshafts

The heart of any hi-performance engine is the crankshaft. EMPI's counter-weighted crankshafts provide several benefits, including reduced crank-flex, harmonics, and vibration for smoother operation, as well as higher RPM performance. With a forged steel construction and nitriding, which also adds to their strength and performance for use in high-performance applications, the crankshafts are precision ground, micro-polished, and dynamically balanced for consistent performance. Other features include cross-drilled and chamfered oil holes and radiused standard/standard VW journals. These advantages are what make EMPI counter-weighted crankshafts ideal for racing applications and perfect for budget-minded racers. Select the crankshafts for your application needs.

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$486.30

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$565.80

EMPI EPC 32/36F Single Carburetor Kits

EMPI EPC 32/36F progressive dual barrel carburetor kits offer the best of performance and economy for your VW. The carburetor features a 32mm primary barrel for cruising and when you step on it a second 36mm barrel opens progressively to offer more performance. Recommended for displacements up to 1,700cc, the carburetors are test run and adjusted for smooth performance out of the box. The newly designed intake manifold has a stock-style mount at the bottom to bolt the case stud to appease those that don't like running the additional brace. Accelerate with dual barrel performance, cruise with single barrel economy using EMPI's EPC 32/36F carburetor kits. Kit includes: * Electric choke * Carburetor linkage * Isolated aluminum intake manifold (Fits single or dual port end castings) * Chrome air cleaner * High-flow gauze element * Fuel line * Hardware and gaskets

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$520.50

EMPI Extra Capacity Oil Sumps

EMPI extra capacity oil sumps increase oil capacity by 1.5 to 3.5 quarts, which prevents engine oil starvation, improves cooling due to their finned design, and extends oil life. These benefits are particularly advantageous for engines used in high-stress applications like off-road and performance vehicles. The cast, finned design of the sump increases the surface area, allowing oil to dissipate heat more effectively and keeping engine temperatures stable. Better cooling and a larger volume of oil can lead to longer intervals between oil changes, as the oil experiences less thermal breakdown. Kits typically come complete with all necessary hardware, including multiple sizes of pickup tubes to fit various 1200-1600cc engine types. Choose the oil sump model designed for your application needs.

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$132.80

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$209.35

EMPI Oil Filler and Breather Box Kits

EMPI oil filler and breather box kits provide improved engine crankcase ventilation, which helps reduce pressure buildup and prevent oil leaks by collecting oil mist and returning it to the engine. The dual-purpose kits have an integrated filler cap, making oil additions more convenient. The kits can be plumbed to vent multiple engine areas such as valve covers and air cleaners. The breather box collects oil mist, which can be returned to the engine, helping to prevent oil spots on the ground that a simple hose breather might leave. The oil filler/breather box kits are made from polished or billet aluminum, providing a clean and attractive look for the engine bay.

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$157.10

EMPI Forged Rocker Arm Assemblies

These superior quality forged rocker arm assemblies from EMPI are just the answer for mild street or competition engines. They provide enhanced engine strength and performance through the use of durable, high-strength materials and advanced lubrication designs. The rocker arms are manufactured from forged chromoly steel and are precision ground and heat-treated. Alloy adjusting screws are drilled through, ensuring both the screws and rocker arms are fully lubricated. All associated parts, including shafts, blocks, and shims, are made from high-strength alloy. Precision ground bronze bushings with through-hole lubrication ensures that premature failure of the old needle bearing rocker arm design is a "Thing of the Past". These assemblies come as complete kits with all the necessary hardware for a straightforward install process. Note: Requires cut-to length pushrods to set correct valve train geometry.

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$218.20

EMPI Disc Brake Kits

EMPI disc brake kits are offered in a variety of fitments for the front or rear of your VW. Whether you need a stock or drop spindle front kit, a rear kit with emergency brake provision, or maybe a high performance disc brake kit, EMPI's selection will deliver the stopping power and safety only disc brakes can provide in a bolt-on kit. All kits include rotors, brake calipers and pads, and mounting hardware, along with other components (hoses, cables, brackets, etc.) relevant to your kit's application. Choose a kit designed for your Volkswagen.

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$397.50

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$2,166.00

EMPI Coil-Assisted Shocks

EMPI coil-assisted shocks are designed to work in conjunction with other suspension components like torsion bars, not as a standalone system. The shocks key advantages include adjustable suspension for specific needs, added ride height capability, and increased weight carrying capacity. They are available in standard or extended lengths, in your choice of all-chrome or chrome spring over a black shock. Shocks are supplied with spanner tool. Important Notes: These components are designed to assist the shock in conjunction with torsion bars/leaves and are NOT to be used as the only suspension source.

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$135.80

EMPI Roof Racks

EMPI recreated these roof racks—a popular VW accessory from the 50's and 60's—to hold luggage, a cooler or camping gear securely, while looking "Old School" cool. By moving cargo to the roof, you create more room inside the car for passengers and essentials, leading to a more comfortable trip. Properly loading a roof rack also helps distribute weight more evenly, which can improve your vehicle's handling and stability. Made from tubular steel and jig welded, the roof racks come finished in a silver powdercoat and feature wood slats—just like the originals! Some racks, such as the Type 2 wood slat versions, feature a "knock-down" design for an easier assembly.

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$375.75

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