EMPI 1600cc Stock Plus Long Block Engine - AS41 Mag Case | Part 98-0490-B

EMPI 1600cc Stock Plus Long Block Engine - AS41 Mag Case | Part 98-0490-BThe Stock Plus long block takes the proven 1600cc recipe and upgrades the key pieces a forged crank, lightened flywheel, Mahle pistons, and stainless details for a stronger, smoother running motor. EMPI's 1600cc Long Block Plus (98 0490 B) is hand assembled in Southern California from all new, all EMPI matched components by VW racing legend Jack Sacchette, on a new Motorav AS41 magnesium case. No core required. 12 month unlimited mileage warranty.

The Stock Plus long block takes the proven 1600cc recipe and upgrades the key pieces — a forged crank, lightened flywheel, Mahle pistons, and stainless details — for a stronger, smoother-running motor. EMPI's 1600cc Long Block Plus (98-0490-B) is hand-assembled in Southern California from all-new, all-EMPI matched components by VW racing legend Jack Sacchette, on a new Motorav AS41 magnesium case. No core required. 12-month/unlimited-mileage warranty.

Features

• Hand-assembled from all-new, all-EMPI matched and approved components
• New Motorav AS41 magnesium alloy case
• Forged, counterweighted crankshaft
• Lightened 8-dowel flywheel
• Mahle 85.5mm pistons & cylinders
• AutoLinea dual-port heads with OSVAT valves, hardened seats, 3-angle valve job
• No core required, palletized and crated ready to ship
• 12-month / unlimited-mileage warranty

Component Specifications

• Case: AS41 standard magnesium alloy (Motorav)
• Crankshaft: forged, counterweighted, direct-drilled, 69mm stroke
• Rods: OE specification
• Camshaft: stock, .334" lift, 250° duration
• Lifters: precision ground and heat treated, 28mm
• Flywheel: lightened, 8-dowel pin, 200mm
• Gland nut: chromoly, heavy duty
• Main bearings: standard, steel center | Rod bearings: standard | Cam bearings: standard thrust
• Oil pump: Schadek 26mm with cover
• Head studs: chromoly 8mm with nuts
• Pistons & cylinders: Mahle, 85.5mm
• Pushrod tubes: stainless steel windage style
• Heads: AutoLinea dual port, EMPI spec, OSVAT 35.55mm intake / 32mm exhaust valves, 3-angle Rottler valve job at EMPI Anaheim
• Pushrods: stock length, fully assembled hi-performance, 1.45mm (.057") wall
• Rockers: high-performance, stock 1.1:1 ratio
• Valve covers: stainless steel stock style with EMPI logo
• Gaskets: Elring engine gasket set
• Part Number: 98-0490-B | UPC: 707924570632 | COO: USA
• Shipping weight: 190 lb (palletized, crated) — special freight applies

Important

Component selection may vary based on worldwide availability.

Fitment

CONFIRMED: VW Type 1 and Type 2 applications — Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia — accepting a 200mm flywheel. You supply tin, carburetor, ignition, exhaust, and clutch. NOT CONFIRMED: Type 4 engines.

Questions & Answers

How is the Plus different from a standard long block? It upgrades to a forged crank, lightened flywheel, Mahle pistons, stainless pushrod tubes, and stainless valve covers.

Do I need a core? No core required.

Mag or aluminum case? New Motorav AS41 magnesium case.

What displacement? 1600cc, 85.5mm Mahle pistons.

Is there a warranty? Yes — 12 months / unlimited mileage.

What's the part number? EMPI 98-0490-B (UPC 707924570632).

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.