EMPI Super Stock 1600cc Engine Long Block Kit — AS41 Magnesium Case | VW (98-0472-B)

EMPI Super Stock 1600cc Engine Long Block Kit — AS41 Magnesium Case | VW (98-0472-B)The Super Stock kit steps up from the basic 1600 with a magnesium case, forged chromoly I beam rods, and stainless valve heads a stronger foundation for builders who want more than a stock rebuild. EMPI's Super Stock 1600cc Engine Kit (98 0472 B) comes complete with everything to assemble the long block. You supply assembly and machine work. What's Included High quality AS41 magnesium engine case Direct drilled crankshaft, 4 dowel, 69mm stroke Piston

The Super Stock kit steps up from the basic 1600 with a magnesium case, forged chromoly I-beam rods, and stainless-valve heads — a stronger foundation for builders who want more than a stock rebuild. EMPI's Super Stock 1600cc Engine Kit (98-0472-B) comes complete with everything to assemble the long block. You supply assembly and machine work.

What's Included

• High-quality AS41 magnesium engine case
• Direct-drilled crankshaft, 4-dowel, 69mm stroke
• Piston & cylinder set
• Forged chromoly I-beam rods
• Stock camshaft, .334" lift, 250° duration
• Dual-port heads with stainless valves, hi-rev springs, chromoly retainers
• 4130 chromoly pushrods, .375" diameter, .080" wall
• HD solid-shaft 1.1:1 rockers with swivel-foot adjusters
• 26mm Schadek oil pump
• Chromoly 8mm head studs and chromoly gland nut
• Silverline main bearings, double-thrust cam bearings, rod bearings
• Lifters, valve covers, pushrod tubes
• Stock-style 4-dowel flywheel
• Elring gasket kit and main seal, plus all hardware and gaskets

Specifications

• Displacement: 1600cc | Case: AS41 magnesium
• Crankshaft: 69mm, direct-drilled, 4-dowel
• Rods: forged chromoly I-beam
• Heads: dual port, stainless valves, hi-rev springs
• Part Number: 98-0472-B | UPC: 707924494891 | COO: USA
• Shipping weight: 152 lb — special freight may apply

Important

This is an unassembled kit — assembly and machine work are not included. Component selection may vary based on worldwide availability.

Fitment

CONFIRMED: VW Type 1 and Type 2 builds — Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia — using a 4-dowel 200mm flywheel. NOT CONFIRMED: Type 4 engines.

Questions & Answers

How is Super Stock different from the basic 1600 kit? Magnesium case, forged chromoly I-beam rods, stainless-valve heads, chromoly pushrods, and double-thrust cam bearings.

Is this an assembled engine? No — it's a complete build-your-own kit.

What displacement? 1600cc.

Does it include a flywheel? Yes — a stock-style 4-dowel 200mm flywheel.

What's the part number? EMPI 98-0472-B (UPC 707924494891).

Are you an authorized dealer? Yes — Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer.

Prop 65 Warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.