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Top End Rebuild Kit 1600cc: Beetle (1971-1979), T2 Bay (1971-1979), Karmann Ghia (1971-1974)
SKU
043-198-001
Top End Rebuild Kit 1600cc: Beetle (1971-1979), T2 Bay (1971-1979), Karmann Ghia (1971-1974)
SKU
043-198-001
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This value kit fits all 1300 to 1600cc aircooled engines.
Included:
A pair of assembled 1600cc twin port cylinder heads
A set of 1600cc Barrels and Pistons, these also come complete with piston rings, gudgeon pins and circlips.
An Elring 1600 cc engine gasket set.
A set of 8 pushrod tubes.
A OE crankshaft oil seal.
A set of 4 NGK spark plugs.
This comprehensive kit has all the parts that you'll need to give your engine a major overhaul or to finally convert it to unleaded petrol. It's also ideal for upgrading your 1300cc twin port motor to a 1600cc motor.
£799.96 £666.63
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Product Information
| Also known as | 043198001 |
|---|---|
| Fitting Info | This kit can be fitted to earlier 1300-1600cc singleport engines. The inlet manifold and carburettor will need to be replaced with a Twinport version. |
| Marque | Volkswagen |
| Vehicle | Beetle, T2 Bay, Karmann Ghia, Beetle Cabriolet, Type 3 |
| Weight (kg) | 27.00 |
| Brand | Heritage Kits |
| Quality | Good Quality |
| Unit of sale | Kit |
| Standard or Upgrade | Standard |
Fits Vehicles
| Beetle | 1971-1979 |
|---|---|
| T2 Bay | 1971-1979 |
| Karmann Ghia | 1971-1974 |
| Beetle Cabrio | 1971-1979 |
| Type 3 | 1971-1973 |
Product Questions
Hi do the valves need lapping in.
Regards Darren
Regards Darren
Question by: Darren james Bester on 25 Oct 2020, 06:43
We suggest that these are lapped in prior to fitting.
Answer by: Nick Bitton on 26 Oct 2020, 08:58
Why is a crank shaft oil seal included? Will I have to open the engine case to change the piston shafts as well?
Question by: Mike Singh on 25 Sept 2023, 18:57
Iv not herd of the engine case needing opening as it presses in, it its included in the engine gasket set
Answer by: Rob Baxter (Admin) on 27 Sept 2023, 18:52
WHAT IS THE BRAND OF THE PISTONS AND HEADS ?
Question by: REXER on 27 Feb 2020, 13:58
The Barrel and Pistons are Kolbenschmidt and the Twin Port Heads are from EMPI in the U.S.A
Answer by: Nick Bitton on 27 Feb 2020, 14:27