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Over 20+ years developing Air Ride Kits for the Classic Volkswagen should give you confidence that the product offerings the PRO's provide will do what we say they will. Offer a smooth ride, the highest amount of lift and the least maintenance in the industry . - by Pete Skiba - PRO since 2002 | Airkewld.com | Updated on 8/12/23

The PRO's have compiled TWO kits that offer a COMPLETE Air Ride system for your Classic Volkswagen.

  1. Complete Air Ride Kit - Front kit, Rear kit, and a 4 valve air management kit. This has everything you need to go from a static torsion suspension to air ride. It is designed to work with a stock beam, stock beam that has been narrowed with non modified towers or an Ultimate Beam.
  2. Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - Stage 2 Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Beam, Rear kit, and a 4 valve air management kit. Bolt-on solution up front, fully customizable and shrinks install time immensely.
Front kits are compiled of TWO options.

  1. Complete Front Kits - Everything you need to air ride your front end with optional products to make the job easier and more complete.
  2. Stage 2 PRObuilt Beams - Bolt-on solution, built by the PRO's to ensure proper operations.
Rear Kits - Everything you need to air ride your rear end with optional products to make the job easier and more complete.

Air Management Kit - 2 Valve and 4 Valve options are available. You SHOULDN'T run a 2 valve system on your vehicle when you have front and rear air ride. It will not be an enjoyable experience.

What do the PRO's recommend for Air Ride on my Year and Model Classic Volkswagen? Click here to find out.

Related: Complete Air Ride Kit install guides | Complete Build of a 1962 Chassis on Air Ride | The Oldest Karmann Ghia on Air Ride from Airkewld

Also: The products listed in the section below are designed for their intent and purpose. On-the-fly adjustments can be had with these components installed on your ride. However, you will need to align your Classic VW at the ride height you want and come back to that setting when driving normally.


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Classic VW Complete Air Ride Kit - 1000 Classic VW Complete Air Ride Kit - 1000

A better way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with link pin front suspension and swing axle rear suspension (1949 through 1965) is with a Complete Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

The original Air Ride Kit will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride your 1949 through 65 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - no tech support
Better - Purchase this complete kit (beam|spindle options) - Tech Support Included
Best - Complete PRObuilt Kit with everything you would want - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/16/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 16 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Complete Air Ride Kit - 1001 Classic VW Complete Air Ride Kit - 1001

A better way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension and swing axle rear suspension (1966 through 1968) is with a Complete Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

The original Air Ride Kit will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride your 1966 through 68 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - no tech support
Better - Purchase this complete kit (beam|spindle options) - Tech Support Included
Best - Complete PRObuilt Kit with everything you would want - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/16/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 16 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Complete Air Ride Kit - 1002 Classic VW Complete Air Ride Kit - 1002

A better way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension and IRS axle rear suspension (1969 through 1977) is with a Complete Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

The original Air Ride Kit will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride your 1969 through 77 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - no tech support
Better - Purchase this complete kit (beam|spindle options) - Tech Support Included
Best - Complete PRObuilt Kit with everything you would want - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/16/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 16 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Bus Complete Air Ride Kit - 1003 Classic VW Bus Complete Air Ride Kit - 1003

The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Split Type 2 with link pin front suspension and Type 1 or 3 IRS axle rear suspension (1955 through 1967) is with a Complete Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

The original Air Ride Kit will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

Made in the USA | Product updated 8/12/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 24 Hours* | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Front Air Ride Kit - 1100 Classic VW Front Air Ride Kit - 1100

A better way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with link pin front suspension (1949 through 1965) is with a Complete Front Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE front torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with an Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride the front of your 1949 through 65 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - no tech support
Better - Purchase this complete front kit (beam|spindle options and utilize our air management kit) - Tech Support Included
Best - Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam is Bolt-On ready - Tech Support Included if used with our air management kit

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/16/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 4 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Front Air Ride Kit - 1101 Classic VW Front Air Ride Kit - 1101

A better way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension (1966 through 1977) is with a Complete Front Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE front torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with an Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride the front of your 1966 through 1977 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - no tech support
Better - Purchase this complete front kit (beam|spindle options and utilize our air management kit) - Tech Support Included
Best - Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam is Bolt-On ready - Tech Support Included if used with our air management kit

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/16/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 3 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Bus Front Air Ride Kit - 1103 Classic VW Bus Front Air Ride Kit - 1103

The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Split Type 2 with link pin front suspension (1955 through 1967) is with a Complete Front Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the Front from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Bus Front Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/16/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 6 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Rear Air Ride Kit - 1200 Classic VW Rear Air Ride Kit - 1200

The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with swing axle rear suspension (1949 through 1968) is with a Rear Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the Rear from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are two ways to Air Ride your 1949 through 68 Type 1. Good, and Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - No tech support
Best - Purchase this complete kit - Tech Support Included if used with our air management kit

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/16/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 6 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Rear Air Ride Kit - 1202 Classic VW Rear Air Ride Kit - 1202

The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with IRS axle rear suspension (1969 through 1977) is with a Rear Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the Rear from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are two ways to Air Ride your 1969 through 77 Type 1. Good, and Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - No tech support
Best - Purchase this complete kit - Tech Support Included if used with our air management kit

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/17/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 6 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Classic VW Bus Rear Air Ride Kit - 1203 Classic VW Bus Rear Air Ride Kit - 1203

The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Split Type 2 with Type 1 or 3 Converted IRS suspension (1955 through 1967) is with a Complete Rear Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the Rear from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Bus Rear Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

Made in the USA | Product updated 8/12/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 3 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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2 Valve Air Management Kit Manual - 1300 2 Valve Air Management Kit Manual - 1300

The Best way to manage Air Ride on a Classic Volkswagen is to have the right parts to do what is needed every time. The Air Management Kit (AMK) will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment. A 2-valve AMK will perfectly do a single axle, front or rear. A 4-valve AMK will do the entire VW perfectly.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/17/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 2 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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4 Valve Air Management Kit Manual - 1301 4 Valve Air Management Kit Manual - 1301

The Best way to manage Air Ride on a Classic Volkswagen is to have the right parts to do what is needed every time. The Air Management Kit (AMK) will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment. A 4-valve AMK will do the entire VW perfectly. A 2-valve AMK will perfectly do a single axle, front or rear.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/17/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 2 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Link Pin Beam Complete - 2202 Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Link Pin Beam Complete - 2202

The BEST way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with link pin front suspension (1949 through 1965), is by installing a Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam. When the PRO's say complete, they mean complete. You will not need anything in addition to this assembly.

The Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam is built on the Ultimate Beam platform. It's made in stock width and up to four inches narrower than OEM to allow for wider wheels, drop spindles, and disc brakes, that add track width.

The complete beam comes as you see it, spindle to spindle, with an entire PRObuilt steering system installed and ready to bolt in and go. For a full list of details included with the beam assembly, visit the Complete Details section here.

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/15/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 3 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Ball Joint Beam Complete - 2203 Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Ball Joint Beam Complete - 2203

The BEST way to add Air Ride to a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension (1966 through 1977), is by installing a Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam. When the PRO's say complete, they mean complete. You will not need anything in addition to this assembly.

The Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam is built on the Ultimate Beam platform. It's made in stock width and up to four inches narrower than OEM to allow for wider wheels, drop spindles, and disc brakes, that add track width.

The complete beam comes as you see it, spindle to spindle, with an entire PRObuilt steering system installed and ready to bolt in and go. For a full list of details included with the beam assembly, visit the Complete Details section here.

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/17/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 3 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Type 3 Beam Complete - 2207 Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Type 3 Beam Complete - 2207

The BEST way to add Air Ride to a Classic Volkswagen Type 3, is by installing a Stage 2 PRObuilt Conversion Beam. When the PRO's say complete, they mean complete. You will not need anything in addition to this assembly.

The Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam is built on the Ultimate Beam platform. It's made four inches narrower than OEM to allow for wider wheels, drop spindles, and disc brakes, that add track width.

The complete beam comes as you see it, spindle to spindle, with an entire PRObuilt steering system installed and ready to bolt in and go. For a full list of details included with the beam assembly, visit the Complete Details section here.

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/15/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 6 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1050 Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1050

The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with link pin front suspension and swing axle rear suspension (1949 through 1965) is with a Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

The original Air Ride Kit will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride your 1949 through 1965 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - No tech support
Better - A complete kit with (beam|spindle options and utilize our air management kit) Tech Support Included
Best - Purchase this Complete PRObuilt Kit with everything you would want - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/17/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 12 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1051 Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1051

The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension and swing axle rear suspension (1966 through 1968) is with a Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

The original Air Ride Kit will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride your 1966 through 1968 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - No tech support
Better - A complete kit with (beam|spindle options and utilize our air management kit) Tech Support Included
Best - Purchase this Complete PRObuilt Kit with everything you would want - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/17/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 12 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1052 Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1052

The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension and IRS axle rear suspension (1969 through 1977) is with a Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

The original Air Ride Kit will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment.

Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride your 1969 through 1977 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - No tech support
Better - A complete kit with (beam|spindle options and utilize our air management kit) Tech Support Included
Best - Purchase this Complete PRObuilt Kit with everything you would want - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/17/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 12 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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a PRO's Take | Product Advice & Recommendation

"I need to stress this point to everyone. Installing air ride on a vehicle with a high horse power engine is not the right call. It is literally a waste of money. If you are building a Classic VW and you want to cruise it, air ride is for you. Performance applications need a more controlled, firm application to put power to the ground....and I don't mean racing."

Trust is earned and reputation makes decisions easy. - Airkewld CEO Pete Skiba


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