Brosol/Solex 40mm Carburetor (Left) | VW Type 1 & 4 | Genuine Brazilian Kadron Side-Draft (43-4400-5)

Genuine Brosol/Solex 40mm Carburetor (Left Side) — Brazilian Kadron, Carb Only (43-4400-5)

Genuine Brosol/Solex 40mm side-draft carburetor — the original Brazilian-made Kadron-style carb that started it all. Manufactured by Brosol under Solex license, these are the carbs the EMPI 40K is patterned after. Perfect for 1600cc–2000cc engines: strong low- and mid-range torque, smoother throttle response, and improved fuel distribution across cylinders. This listing is for the LEFT-side carburetor only — pair with the right (43-4400-6) for a complete dual install.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Type 1 Beetle: 1600cc–2000cc dual-port performance builds
• VW Type 4 / Bus / Porsche 914 (with appropriate Type 4 manifolds)
• Karmann Ghia / Thing
• Sand rails, dune buggies, Cal-look builds

Why Choose Brosol/Solex?

Manufactured by Brosol under Solex license, these are the genuine Brazilian carbs the EMPI 40K is patterned after — but if you want the original, this is it. Strong low- and mid-range torque, smoother throttle response than an IDF in stop-and-go driving, and improved fuel distribution across cylinders.

Key Features & Benefits

• Genuine Brosol/Solex (Brazilian) manufacture
• Left-side carb only
• 40mm side-draft design: the original Kadron
• Strong low- and mid-range torque
• Smoother throttle response than an IDF in stop-and-go driving
• Improved fuel distribution across all cylinders
• Carb only: manifold, linkage, and air cleaner sold separately

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 43-4400-5
• Type: 40mm Kadron-style side-draft, single-barrel
• Factory Jetting: Main 1.30 / Idle .55 / Needle Valve 1.50 / E-Tube 1.50 / Venturi 28mm
• Rebuild Kits: 00-2301-0 or 00-9937-0; Deluxe 00-2507-0
• Right-Side Companion: 43-4400-6
• Sold As: Left-side carburetor only (pair with 43-4400-6 for a dual install)
• Shipping: ~4 lbs, box 8 x 7 x 7 in

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this the original Kadron carburetor? Yes — it is the genuine Brosol/Solex 40mm made in Brazil under Solex license, the original design the EMPI 40K is patterned after.
• Is one carburetor enough? No — this is the LEFT-side carburetor only. Pair it with the right (43-4400-6) for a complete dual install.
• What engines is it suited for? 1600cc–2000cc dual-port Type 1 engines, plus Type 4 / Bus / Porsche 914 with the appropriate manifolds.

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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. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.