1954–1979 VW 1776cc Long Block Engine – All New – No Core Required
Put power and reliability back into your Air-Cooled VW with this brand-new 1776cc long block engine—built from the ground up using all new components from EMPI and their most trusted partners. No rebuilt cases. No core charges. No waiting. This fully assembled 1776cc long block is hand-built in Southern California and backed by a 12-month/12,000-mile manufacturer’s warranty. Each engine features an AutoLinea-EMPI HD aluminum case, EMPI high-performance cylinder heads, and a proprietary 3-angle valve job performed on Rottler machinery. All internal parts are precision matched to ensure strength, longevity, and OEM-style fitment. Designed for Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 applications.
• Fits most 1954–1979 Air-Cooled VW Beetle, Bus, Ghia, and Type 3 models
• 1776cc displacement – 69mm crank x 90.5mm bore
• Brand-new AutoLinea-EMPI HD aluminum "bubble top" engine case
• EMPI high-performance dual-port heads with stainless steel valves
• EMPI chromoly 3-angle valve job – Rottler-machine cut
• Chromoly pushrods and 1.1:1 rocker assemblies
• Schadek 21mm oil pump, chromoly gland nut, Elring gasket set
• No core required – ships crated and ready to install
• Hand-assembled in the USA
• 12-month / 12,000-mile manufacturer warranty
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