EMPI Hi-Performance Dual Port Cylinder Head 85.5mm - 35.5/32mm SS Valves - 3-Angle Valve Job - Part #98-1373-B

EMPI Hi-Performance Dual Port Cylinder Head 85.5mm - 35.5/32mm SS Valves - 3-Angle Valve Job - Part #98-1373-BStock heads work, but when you want stainless valves and stronger valvetrain without going full race, this is the upgrade. EMPI's Hi Performance dual port head (98 1373 B) starts with the proven 98 1355 B 85. 5mm casting and adds stainless steel Manley valves, hi rev springs, chromoly retainers, bronze guides, and a 3 angle performance valve job. SCORE approved, sold each. Features 85. 5mm bore, dual port casting (98 1355 B based) 35. 5mm intake 32mm

Stock heads work, but when you want stainless valves and stronger valvetrain without going full race, this is the upgrade. EMPI's Hi-Performance dual-port head (98-1373-B) starts with the proven 98-1355-B 85.5mm casting and adds stainless steel Manley valves, hi-rev springs, chromoly retainers, bronze guides, and a 3-angle performance valve job. SCORE-approved, sold each.

Features

• 85.5mm bore, dual port casting (98-1355-B based)
• 35.5mm intake / 32mm exhaust stainless steel Manley valves
• Hi-Rev single valve springs
• Chromoly retainers and hardened keepers
• Bronze valve guides
• Rocker, exhaust, and intake studs included
• 14mm x 1/2" spark plug holes
• 3-angle performance valve job
• Special aluminum alloy, fully repairable
• SCORE approved for Class 11 competition
• Sold each

Specifications

• Chamber Volume: 51cc
• Intake Port Volume: 53cc
• Exhaust Port Volume: 56.5cc
• Valves: 35.5mm intake / 32mm exhaust, stainless Manley
• OE Reference: 043-101-355CK
• Part Number: 98-1373-B | UPC: 707924472349
• Shipping weight: 13 lb | Boxed: 12 x 9 x 7 in

Important

Lash caps (P/N 00-4006-0) are required for all stainless steel valve applications — sold separately.

Fitment

CONFIRMED: VW Type 1 dual-port 85.5mm engines — Beetle (1971-1979), Bus (1971+), Karmann Ghia (1971-1974), Type 3 (1971-1973), Thing (1973-1974). NOT CONFIRMED: single-port engines, big-bore 90.5/92/94mm builds, Type 4 engines.

Questions & Answers

What makes this Hi-Performance? Stainless Manley valves, hi-rev springs, chromoly retainers, and a 3-angle valve job over the stock head.

Do I need anything extra? Yes — lash caps (00-4006-0) are required with stainless valves and sold separately.

What bore does it fit? Stock 85.5mm dual-port engines.

Sold each or as a pair? Each.

What's the part number? EMPI 98-1373-B (UPC 707924472349).

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 including lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Wash hands following installation or before eating. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.