EMPI Rod Bearing Set | VW Type 1 Air-Cooled | Standard, 1200–1600cc (98-1575-B)

EMPI Rod Bearing Set — Standard, 1200–1600cc | VW Type 1 Air-Cooled (98-1575-B)

Fresh bearings are non-negotiable on any rebuild — reusing old rod bearings on a new crank is how you wipe a journal. EMPI's standard-size rod bearing set (98-1575-B) is a complete set of four for a standard-journal VW crankshaft in 1200–1600cc Type 1 engines.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Type 1 Air-Cooled (1200–1600cc, standard rod journal): Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Type 3, Bus (T1/T2), Thing/181, Buggy, Baja

Not confirmed: ground/undersize cranks (those need the matching oversize bearing) and Type 4 engines. Check your crank's journal size before ordering — if it's been turned, you need the matching undersize set, not standard.

Key Features & Benefits

• Complete set of four: everything to do all four rods at once
• Standard size: for an un-ground, standard-journal crankshaft
• Broad application: fits 1200–1600cc Type 1 engines
• Rebuild essential: never reuse old rod bearings on a fresh build

Technical Specifications

• Size: standard
• Application: 1200–1600cc Type 1, standard rod journal
• Quantity: set of 4
• Brand: EMPI
• Part Number: 98-1575-B
• UPC: 707924371062
• Country of Origin: Brazil
• Shipping Weight: 0.2 lb
• Boxed Dimensions: 4 x 3 x 1 in

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will these fit a 2276cc stroker? Yes, if the stroker crank uses standard-size rod journals — most VW-journal stroker cranks (like the 00-8182-0) do. Confirm your journal size.
• What if my crank has been ground? Then you need the matching undersize bearing, not this standard set.
• How many are in the set? Four — one per rod.
• What's the part number? EMPI 98-1575-B (UPC 707924371062).
• Are you an authorized dealer? Yes.
• How does it ship? Standard ground; no hazmat restriction.

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