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Solex Carburettor Performance Manifold
Part Number: AC129244
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Upgrade the performance of your aircooled VW with this high-flow EMPI Solex PICT centre section manifold. Designed to outflow factory manifolds by up to 12%, this is the ideal solution for replacing rusty, carbon-blocked or restrictive original units while gaining noticeable improvements in throttle response and usable horsepower.
What It Does & How It Works
The intake manifold distributes the air/fuel mixture from the carburettor to each cylinder head. On upright Type 1 engines, mixture quality is critical. Poor internal design or blocked heat risers can cause fuel drop-out, flat spots and uneven cylinder filling.
This EMPI performance centre section features optimised internal passages that:
The result is improved mixture atomisation, better cylinder balance and stronger mid-range performance — even when using a stock Solex carburettor.
Oversized removable pre-heat tubes ensure proper manifold heating, preventing carb icing and fuel condensation. They can be trimmed for standard engines or retained full length for stroker builds.
Features
Compatible with 30, 31 and 34 PICT carburettors
Fits early and late 6v and 12v Solex carbs
Dual bolt pattern – wide or narrow flange
Vacuum take-off port (plugged with 1/8″ NPT plug)
Heat riser pipes included
Gaskets included
Removable oversized pre-heat tubes
Suitable for stock or performance air cleaners
If using a 31 PICT carburettor, 11mm head nuts are required.
If a vacuum barb fitting is required, order part number BARB1814 separately.
Some minor fettling or modification may be required depending on application.
Fitment
For use on upright aircooled Type 1 dual port engines (1300cc and later) when used with dual port end castings (sold separately).
Volkswagen Applications:
Volkswagen Beetle – 1971–1979 (1300–1600cc Twin Port)
Volkswagen Type 2 Baywindow – 1971–1979 (1600cc Twin Port)
Volkswagen Karmann Ghia – 1971–1974 (1600cc Twin Port)
Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet – 1971–1979
Volkswagen Beetle Mexico – 1971–1979
Volkswagen Beetle Brazil/Fusca – 1971–1979
Volkswagen Beetle Australia – 1971–1976
Volkswagen Type 2 Baywindow USA – 1971–1979
Suitable for 1300cc, 1500cc and 1600cc upright dual port engines.
Additional Parts You May Require
Dual port end castings
Manifold boots & clamps
Carburettor base gasket
11mm manifold nuts (for 31 PICT)
Vacuum barb fitting (BARB1814)
Heat riser gaskets
Intake manifold installation hardware kit
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