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What is a Narrowed Beam and why do I need it? Can I bolt a Link Pin beam on a Ball Joint car or vice versa? What do I need to Air Ride an early Type 2 VW Bus UN-assembled versus PRObuilt Drop Spindles Top 5 Components for a Quality Ride Identifying the condition of your Beetle/Ghia Suspension How to lower your VW Bus the right way How to lower your VW Beetle/Ghia the right way How to LOWER a VW rear end correctly VW Axle Indentification Slug-Bug Podcast Submit search Nav Menu 2 Nav Menu 3 Nav Menu 4 Nav Menu 5 Nav Menu 6 Nav Menu 7 Nav Menu 8 Home > Products > Suspension > Air Ride > Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1050 To view pictures of this component installed, scroll down and check out the tabs below Airkewld Army Price: $4,880.00 per Kit Have a question? <-- Ask a PRO about this product here. Click the on the option fields below for more information, if applicable. Availability:: View our Current Order List for lead times PART Number: 1050 What VW Year?: 1949 1950 1951 1952 1953 1954 1955 1956 1957 1958 1959 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 What VW Model?: Beetle Ghia other Install Disc Brakes?: No thanks. Please install my selected disc brake kit to this beam [Add $75.00] Qty: Description Complete Details 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 Related: Want to Add Disc Brakes to this package? | Is your Transaxle really going to cut it? | What wheels do you want to run?Typical time to install - 12 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed Install GuidesPRObuilt BeamRear Air Ride KitAir Management KitWhat's included? A Complete PRObuilt Air Ride kit comes with EVERYTHING you will need to Air Ride your Classic Volkswagen Type 1. Here is a detailed list of components; Front Kit 4" Narrowed Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam - Complete with Air Ride Installed, PRObuilt steering system, ready for your brakes or our GEN 2 BAD Series Disc Brakes Rear Kit Swing Axle Bracket Kit 2500lb Air Bags Short Shocks Hardware Pack Printed Instructions 4 Valve Air Management Kit Viair Compressor Pressure Switch Firestone 2 Gallon Tank Air Lift Manual Valves with Gauges 1/4 inch Air Line Hardware Pack Printed Instructions What's recommended? If you want to run the disc brakes you already have, click here. If you are utilizing a pre-59 transaxle with straight shock mounts, you will need to update the mounts to a late model set found here or update to a late model transaxle, like this. If you have a pit or lift, you CAN install the rear kit with the body ON but if you do not, we recommend pulling it off to have access everywhere. Kewl Features American made 7.5 inches of up-and-down movement FAQ The Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam comes equipped with DRUM Drop Spindles, will my front disc brakes fit on my new beam? No. If you want to run the disc brakes you already have, click here. Do I need to do body mods to install this beam? No. The inside dimension is 29 13/16". That gives a clearance of 1/16" on each side. If the vehicle has been in an accident, it is possible that minimal massaging will be needed to install based on the size of buckle near the shock tower location. How do you narrow the beam 4" when I only have 1/2 inch on each side of my stock beam? We utilize the outer ends of the tubes and gusset outwards to give us the needed space. Here is a video that explains it. Do I need to send in a core? No. The PRO's have a few options for your cores. Check them out here. Will I need anything in addition to this assembly? No. It's as complete as it comes from the factory. My car is sitting crooked before and after installing my New PRObuilt Beam. What is causing the problem? Check out this article on identifying the condition of your drive-train here. Heaters will not work with out modification with this kit The exit ducts from the body might need to be trimmed to clear to fit your application. The front most brackets are slotted left to right along with the upper air bag mounts to allow for perfect adjustment. What does this product fit? 1949 through1965 Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca1957 through1965 Karmann GhiaKit cars with link pin/swing axle suspensions Accessories, check the box to include with your order. Install Brakes onto Link Pin PRObuilt Beam - 9826 Airkewld Merch Package Airkewld Army Price: $75.00 Add to Cart Add Airkewld Army Price: $65.00 Each Add Share your knowledge of this product. Be the first to write a review »