Classic Volkswagen Drive-Train

Welcome to Airkewld, (Air Cooled), the ultimate collection of quality American Made, Classic Volkswagen Drive-Train components in the world. The PRO's at Airkewld pride themselves in building quality components at an OCD level that truly shines with form, function and at a highly detailed level. Your Classic Volkswagen deserves to be treated right and with the PRO's help, we can get you there!

Completely Assembled Volkswagen Front Axle Beams

Artisan Crafted Bespoke Front Axles

The PRObuilt Beam.

Built by a team of PRO's, no detail is left untouched. No component is forgotten.

Intelligently Designed. Tastefully Crafted. Professionally Assembled.

GEN 2 is HERE!

BAD Series Disc Brakes.

The next iteration of the globally recognized, most versatile set of Disc Brakes in the Volkswagen community, is HERE!

Proven STOPPING POWER. Professional Quality. Exceptional Braking Results.


On the fly adjustments...anyone?

Air Ride Equipped.

Artisan designed drive-train components that work as good as they are attractive.

Ultra Smooth. Lavishly Low. Properly Stanced.


23,000 Beams & counting...

The Ultimate Beam.

If Ferdinand Porsche knew our team of PRO's, this would have been the People's Beam. Wait..., it already is.

American Designed. Professionally Executed. Expertly Delivered.


OEM PRObuilt Steering Box for the Classic Volkswagen

TAKE THE WHEEL.

The OEM PROBUILT Steering Box.

That turn of the wheel. Gliding through your hands. Stop the fighting. Get back to enjoying the moment. Install a #PRObuilt Steering Box today!


3 Piece PRObuilt Smoothies Wheels for the Classic Volkswagen

PLUS Size your

Smoothies.

USA Made 17x7 3 Piece Smoothies are BACK and built by the Artisans at Airkewld. Change your look. Be the envy everywhere.


Classic Volkswagen Six Shooter Clutch Adjuster Nut

I have SOLD 19,500 of these and I bet you have never seen one of these. Right?

Crazy to think that after 10 years of selling these, we have sold over 19,500 in 38 countries! WoW!!! I bet you have never seen one and more than likely, your head will explode when I show it to you. What am I talking about? Great question.


There is a wing nut that when functioning at it best, is roughly a FIVE out TEN experience. This original nut, in theory, would allow the VW owner to adjust his clutch feel to get the right amount of pedal to disengage the clutch. But most of the time...........


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Peruse the PRO-Collection of drive-train components from the team you can trust. Simply click on your model. For Type 3, Super Beetle, and Bay Window models, click here.

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OEM PRObuilt Steering Box - 2480 OEM PRObuilt Steering Box - 2480

The most often neglected part of the Classic Volkswagen Drive-Train is the Steering Box. The 113415061C, which is the factory OEM part number, is the most common steering box used. It will work with *All Type 1's, Type 3's, Type 181's and anything that came with a Ball Joint front suspension.

Adjusting the steering box with the adjustment on the top of the box is often over used. As a whole, the steering box is responsible to 40% of the steering wheel play/creep in the steering system. Crazy, right? There is SO MUCH MORE that is responsible for play/creep but we as consumers assume, the steering box is the reason. Let's get into the grease and bearings of the subject...

Made in the USA | Product updated 9/25/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 4 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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PRObuilt Transaxle Freeway Flyer - IRS - 2320 PRObuilt Transaxle Freeway Flyer - IRS - 2320

The BEST way to enjoy the shifting experience and low RPM's at higher speeds in a 1969 through 1977 Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Super Beetle, Split Type 2 converted, or Type 3 is with a PRObuilt Freeway Flyer IRS Transaxle. *(It can fit others, see the Complete Details section for more information).

This transaxle is Perfect for the Cruiser application. Key features of this transaxle are 3.88 Ring and Pinion, overdrive 4th, along with new synchros, bearings and seals in a rebuilt IRS platform. All transaxles that come from the PRO's are 12 volt and do not come with OIL. The PRO's recommend this oil from LAT or this on Amazon. You will need 3.5 quarts normally.

The PRO's offer a few different transaxle's, a Cruiser application, (Freeway Flyer) or Performance application (not racing but more aggressive driving). No Core is Needed.

Assembled in the USA | Product updated 6/24/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 6 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video|
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12 Weeks on Average
Normal Price $2,845.62
Airkewld Army Price $2,586.93 Each
Stage 1 PRObuilt Adjustable Ball Joint Beam Complete - 2200 Stage 1 PRObuilt Adjustable Ball Joint Beam Complete - 2200

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

The Stage 1 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 6/14/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 2 1/2 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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12 Weeks on Average
Normal Price $3,325.95
Airkewld Army Price $3,023.59 per Assembly

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Six Shooter Clutch Adjustment Nut - 2820 Six Shooter Clutch Adjustment Nut - 2820

There is a wing nut that, when functioning at its best, is a FIVE-out-of-TEN experience. This original nut would allow the VW owner to adjust his clutch feel to get the right amount of pedal to disengage the clutch. But most of the time, the OEM German wingnut is no longer on the vehicle, and a Chinese soft nut was chosen, and it feels like a week of not shaving your face. Heck, have you ever tried to adjust it when it was cold outside and you were twisting this wing nut, only for you to miss a twist, and like a propeller, it slaps your finger to the point of you letting out a Go#$&#)$)*_#@)_*$*it!!! Ya, we have all been there. We gave this trick little product a pretty cool name. Yeah, I am biased. We call it the Six Shooter Clutch Adjuster.

Available in Raw Steel, Powder Coated Black, Stainless Steel and NOW, Titanium!!!

Made in the USA | Product updated 11/21/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 1/2 Hour | Install Guide | Install Video | Tools Needed

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Normal Price $34.44
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Stage 1 PRObuilt Adjustable Link Pin Beam Complete - 2201 Stage 1 PRObuilt Adjustable Link Pin Beam Complete - 2201

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

The Stage 1 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. This beam replaces the factory beam part number 113401021A.

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

Typical time to install - 2 1/2 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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12 Weeks on Average
Normal Price $3,643.34
Airkewld Army Price $3,312.13 per Assembly

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Classic VW Type 1 Rear Short Axle Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4700G2 Classic VW Type 1 Rear Short Axle Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4700G2

Fits Classic Volkswagen's with Short Spline Swing Axle, 15"+ Wheels, AND these years/models;

1949 through 1965 Type 1 Beetle's/Karmann Ghia's - Short Axle Short Spline
1966 and 1967 Type 1 Beetle's/Karmann Ghia's - Long Axle Short Spline
Kit cars with short spline swing axle suspension
Baja's

We take for granted a vehicle stopping in an adequate amount of time. Classic Volkswagens don't have brakes that can be counted on, time after time, at least not on today's highways when needed most. It's time to change that. It's time to install an American-Made disc brake kit that exceeds expectations every time. It's time for a set of BAD Series Disc Brakes from your friends at Airkewld.

The GEN 2 set of BAD Series Brakes brings new life to a tried and true disc brake conversion. Any conversion offered by the PRO's will come with all the necessary parts to install; you will only need to supply the brake fluid and furnish the lug nuts required to fit your actual wheels. If you need to know what you need,
check out this article.

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/11/23 by Pete

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

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PRObuilt Transaxle Performance - Short Axle - 2310 PRObuilt Transaxle Performance - Short Axle - 2310

The BEST way to enjoy the shifting experience at a high performance level (not racing) and low RPM's at higher speeds in a 1949 through 1965 Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle and Karmann Ghia is with a PRObuilt Performance Transaxle equipped with *OEM sized Short Axle/Short Spline Axles (SASS). *(It can fit others, see the Complete Details section for more information).

This transaxle is Perfect for a Performance application. Key features of this transaxle are 3.88 Ring and Pinion, overdrive 4th, along with new synchros, bearings and seals in a rebuilt SASS 12 volt platform. It comes with welded gears, steel shift forks, super diff and heavy duty side plate. All transaxles that come from the PRO's are 12 volt and do not come with OIL. The PRO's recommend this oil from LAT or this on Amazon. You will need 3.5 quarts normally. No Core is Needed.

The PRO's offer a few different transaxle's with different axle lengths. This allows us to fit wheels with different offsets onto cars where as they wouldn't normally fit. So it is recommended you pick out your wheels first, run it by the PRO's to see what axle length makes sense, then choose a Cruiser application, (Freeway Flyer) or Performance application (not racing but more aggressive driving).

Assembled in the USA | Product updated 6/24/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 6 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video|
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12 Weeks on Average
Normal Price $3,782.91
Airkewld Army Price $3,439.01 Each

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Complete 1949-65 VW Beetle/Ghia PRObuilt Lowering Kit - 2170 Complete 1949-65 VW Beetle/Ghia PRObuilt Lowering Kit - 2170

A Great way to lower 1949 through 1965 Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle and Karmann Ghia is with a Complete PRObuilt Lowering Kit from Airkewld. It lowers the vehicle from 2.50" or 63mm to 10" or 254mm up front and from stock height to 6" or 150mm in the rear.

Stock is a relative term. Even though you have not changed anything over time, you are assessing the vehicle's overall height as it currently sits. But it has relaxed over time, gradually starting to sag. This is what a stock Beetle at stock height looks like off the showroom floor, over a 6" gap between the top of the tire and the upper fender arch. Even the rear wheels have some positive camber.

Assembled in the USA | Product updated 6/23/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 12 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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3-5 Business Days on Average
Normal Price $3,715.69
Airkewld Army Price $3,377.90 per Kit
4 Lug Smoothie 17 Inch Wheel Set - 9003 4 Lug Smoothie 17 Inch Wheel Set - 9003

The 17x7 TWO-Piece Smoothie emulates the OE look of the original 15x4.5 ONE-Piece Smoothie made from 1955-1965 for the Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle. It comes in two back spacing's, 5.250" and 4.625", one width, seven inches wide, and two bolt patterns. 4x130mm, as you see here, and wide 5x205mm here.

Design your 17" Smoothies with different color combinations, including installing tires for the bolt-on ability. The Complete Details section will go more in-depth on fitment and recommendations.

After purchasing the wheel set, the PRO's will be in contact with you in regards to build specific offsets, color, and how wide and deep the wheels can be made. This will ensure that they fit as they are designed to. If you want tires installed, they will be Kumho Ecsta or Nitto's in 205-40-17's up front and 215-45-17's in the rear. They will be expertly mounted, balanced with new valve stems.

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/22/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 1/2 Hour |
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Normal Price $3,234.00
Airkewld Army Price $2,940.00 Set of 4
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5 Lug Smoothie 17 Inch Wheel Set - 9001 5 Lug Smoothie 17 Inch Wheel Set - 9001

The 17x7 TWO-Piece Smoothie emulates the OE look of the original 15x4.5 ONE-Piece Smoothie made from 1955-1965 for the Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle. It comes in two back spacing's, 5.250" and 4.625", one width, seven inches wide, and two bolt patterns. 4x130mm, and wide 5x205mm as you see here.

Design your 17" Smoothies with different color combinations, including installing tires for the bolt-on ability. The Complete Details section will go more in-depth on fitment and recommendations.

After purchasing the wheel set, the PRO's will be in contact with you in regards to build specific offsets, color, and how wide and deep the wheels can be made. This will ensure that they fit as they are designed to. If you want tires installed, they will be Kumho Ecsta or Nitto's in 205-40-17's up front and 215-45-17's in the rear. They will be expertly mounted, balanced with new valve stems.

Made in the USA | Product updated 11/29/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 1/2 Hour | Install Guide | Install Video |
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Normal Price $3,234.00
Airkewld Army Price $2,940.00 Each
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Ultimate Adjustable VW Front Ball Joint Beam - 2100 Ultimate Adjustable VW Front Ball Joint Beam - 2100

A better way to lower a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension (1966 through 1977) other than utilizing adjusters in the center of the beam is to order an Ultimate Adjustable Front Beam.

The Ultimate Beam (UB) allows you to adjust your ride height from stock height down to *seven inches on average. The UB has Delrin bushings, a steering dampener bracket, and grease-able zerks. The UB can come in stock width, up to 4" narrowed with shock towers. New torsions, tie rods, and shocks are recommended for the best overall user experience. If you don't know what beam makes the most sense, click here.

4" Narrowed is in Stock.

There are three ways to lower your 1966 through 1977 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good
- Install a pair of adjusters, based on budget and skill set - no tech support
Better - Install an Ultimate Beam - Tech Support Included
Best - Install an assembled beam like the Stage 1 PRObuilt Beam - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/18/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 4 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Normal Price $941.95
Airkewld Army Price $856.32 Each
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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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12 Weeks on Average
Normal Price $3,381.26
Airkewld Army Price $3,073.87 per Assembly

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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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Normal Price $5,538.22
Airkewld Army Price $5,034.75 per Kit
PRObuilt Transaxle Freeway Flyer - Short Axle - 2300 PRObuilt Transaxle Freeway Flyer - Short Axle - 2300

The BEST way to enjoy the shifting experience and low RPMs at higher speeds in 1949 through 1965 Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle and Karmann Ghia is with a PRObuilt Freeway Flyer Transaxle equipped with *OEM sized Short Axle/Short Spline Axles (SASS). *(It can fit others, see the Complete Details section for more information).

This transaxle is Perfect for the Cruiser application. Key features of this transaxle are the 3.88 Ring and Pinion, overdrive 4th, new synchros, bearings, and seals in a rebuilt SASS 12-volt platform. All transaxles from the PRO's are 12 volt and do not come with OIL. The PRO's recommend
this oil from LAT or this on Amazon. You will need 3.5 quarts usually.

The PRO's offer a few different transaxles with varying lengths of the axle. This allows us to fit wheels with different offsets onto cars, whereas they wouldn't usually fit. So you should pick out your wheels first, run them by the PRO's to see what axle length makes sense, then choose a Cruiser application (Freeway Flyer) or Performance application (not racing but more aggressive driving). No Core is Needed.

Assembled in the USA | Product updated 6/24/23 by Pete

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


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12 Weeks on Average
Normal Price $3,219.64
Airkewld Army Price $2,926.95 Each

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Seat Belt Anchor Reinforcement Kit - 2707 Seat Belt Anchor Reinforcement Kit - 2707

The Seat Belt. A fender washer is the most crucial part of keeping you in your place when driving. That's right. If you purchase seat belts, they come with eye bolts and a fender washer. Really? There has to be a better way, right?

We are introducing our new seat belt reinforcement kit! It is perfect for Classic Volkswagens that don't originally come with seat belts or for the vehicle with their pan halves replaced. Either way, get a clean AND safe look with these new beautifully crafted seat belt reinforcement kits.

Made in the USA
| Product updated 6/9/23 by Pete


Typical time to install - 2 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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Normal Price $110.48
Airkewld Army Price $100.44 per Pair
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Airkewld FlexFit Hat Airkewld FlexFit Hat

I have searched for years for the BEST Hat that matches our requirements for detail. The Cap America Style 8501 Premium Line Hats are THE Best, and it isn't even close. So we reached out to them and found a local company to make them for us with our new logo. Purchase one for you and your best buddy today!

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3 Piece PRObuilt Smoothie 17 Inch Wheel Set - 9010 3 Piece PRObuilt Smoothie 17 Inch Wheel Set - 9010

The 17 inch Three-Piece PRObuilt Smoothie Wheel Set (4 Wheels) emulates the OE look of the original 15x4.5 ONE-Piece Smoothie made from 1955-1965 for the Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle. It comes in three bolt patterns, 4x130mm, 5x130mm, and wide 5x205mm.

Design your 17" Smoothies with different color combinations, including installing tires for the bolt-on ability. The Complete Details section will go more in-depth on fitment and recommendations.

Made in the USA | Product updated 11/29/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 1/2 Hour |
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Usually Ships in 2 to 4 Weeks
Normal Price $4,389.00
Airkewld Army Price $3,990.00 Set of 4
9 in stock!
Complete 1955-67 Type 2 VW Split Bus PRObuilt Lowering Kit - 2175 Complete 1955-67 Type 2 VW Split Bus PRObuilt Lowering Kit - 2175

The Best way to lower 1955 through 1967 Classic Volkswagen Split Type 2 Bus is with a Complete PRObuilt Lowering Kit from Airkewld. It lowers the bus 3.50" or 89mm up front and 4" or 101mm in the rear from *stock.

Stock is a relative term. Even though you have not changed anything over time, you are assessing the vehicle's overall height as it currently sits. But it has relaxed over time, gradually starting to sag. This is what a stock bus at stock height looks like off the showroom floor, over a 5" gap between the top of the tire and the upper fender arch. Even the rear wheels have some positive camber.

The products supplied in this kit will lift the vehicle back up to stock height, then lower it by 3.5" and 4".

Assembled 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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12 Weeks on Average
Normal Price $5,579.51
Airkewld Army Price $5,072.28 per Kit

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Classic VW PRObuilt Link Pin Drum Drop Spindles - 2441 Classic VW PRObuilt Link Pin Drum Drop Spindles - 2441

The Best option for installing drop spindles on your 1949 through 1965 Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle and Karmann Ghia for the link pin application is this set of PRObuilt DRUM Drop Spindles. It will lower your vehicle 2.5" and add 3/8" of track width to each side. They work with either stock drum brakes or our GEN 1 or GEN 2 BAD Series Brakes. Early model 2 bolt wheel cylinder backing plates will need a small grind on the back of the spindle where it touches the backing plate. These spindles would replace the factory spindles with part numbers 111405301 and 111405302.

Good - Individually purchase these spindles, based on budget and skill set - no tech support
Best - PRObuilt Drop Drum Spindles - Bolt-On - Tech Support Included

Assembled in the USA | Product updated 6/18/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 2 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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Airkewld Army Price $706.24 per Pair
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Ultimate Adjustable VW Front Link Pin Beam - 2102 Ultimate Adjustable VW Front Link Pin Beam - 2102

A better way to lower a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with link pin front suspension (1949 through 1965) other than utilizing adjusters in the center of the beam is to order an Ultimate Adjustable Front Beam.

The Ultimate Beam (UB) allows you to adjust your ride height from stock height down to *seven inches on average. The UB has Delrin bushings, a steering dampener bracket, and grease-able zerks. The UB can come in stock width, up to 4" narrowed with shock towers. New torsions, tie rods, and shocks are recommended for the best overall user experience. If you don't know what beam makes the most sense, click here. This beam replaces the factory beam part number 113401021A.

4" Narrowed and Stock Width LHD are in stock


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

Good
- Install a pair of adjusters, based on budget and skill set - no tech support
Better - Install an Ultimate Beam - Tech Support Included
Best - Install an assembled beam like the Stage 1 PRObuilt Beam - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 8/14/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 4 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Normal Price $913.28
Airkewld Army Price $830.25 Each
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Complete 1969-77 VW Beetle/Ghia PRObuilt Lowering Kit - 2173 Complete 1969-77 VW Beetle/Ghia PRObuilt Lowering Kit - 2173

The Great way to lower 1969 through 1977 Classic Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle and Karmann Ghia is with a Complete PRObuilt Lowering Kit from Airkewld. It lowers the vehicle from 2.50" or 63mm to 10" or 254mm up front and from stock height to 6" or 150mm in the rear.

Stock is a relative term. Even though you have not changed anything over time, you are assessing the vehicle's overall height as it currently sits. But it has relaxed over time, gradually starting to sag. This is what a stock Beetle at stock height looks like off the showroom floor, over a 6" gap between the top of the tire and the upper fender arch. Even the rear wheels have some positive camber.

Assembled in the USA | Product updated 6/23/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 12 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed

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3-5 Business Days on Average
Normal Price $3,460.06
Airkewld Army Price $3,145.51 per Kit
OEM PRObuilt Pedal Assembly Service - 1450 OEM PRObuilt Pedal Assembly Service - 1450

Debuting on November 24th, 2023, the PRO's are proud to introduce the PRObuilt Pedal Assembly Service! This is a service of your existing pedal assembly, meaning it can not be purchased outright, no exceptions. It is built on LHD (Left Hand Drive) only.

Once purchased, the PRO's will email you a prepaid shipping label to pay for the shipping of your pedal assembly. You can then drop it off at your local FedEx DropOff location or a Walgreens location near you.

Once received, the PRO's will disassemble the pedal assembly and Ammonia Dip all the components to see the conditions of all parts received. If replacement parts are needed, these parts will be an additional cost. Pedal bushings, spring, pads and hardware are included in the purchase of this service. The OEM Clutch Lever will be reused if possible. If not, a replacement clutch shaft will be supplied with the purchase.

All steel parts will be powder coated satin black and the pedal base will be smoothed out, bead blasted and oil soaked for a clean, sano, finish. An option will be to install a early style cruiser pedal to replace the terrible factory pedal option. All standard steel parts will be gun blued.

New Cables are optional. Pictures shown are from our Chassis Builds and only include what is listed above.

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Usually Ships in 2 to 4 Weeks
Normal Price $572.74
Airkewld Army Price $520.67 Each
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SlickSpanner - 8603 SlickSpanner - 8603

When looking for the perfect companion to any tool kit that travels with your favorite Volkswagen, look no further than the SlickSpanner! This wrench (AKA Spanner) has some incredible features that make this the Slickest Spanner ever! This specific SlickSpanner is made for 1966-1977 US Spec Beetle's, Ghia's, Fridolin's, and Type 181 Things. Made out of T6-6061 billet aluminum, hard anodized to quality fit and finish.

This SlickSpanner fits the following; Ball Joint Eccentric, Tie Rod Jam Nuts, Tie Rods, 19mm, 17mm, 13mm, Factory Spindle Nuts & Bottled Beer. This spanner checks many boxes when traveling; you should have one for every Volkswagen you own.

For 1949-1965 Beetle's and Ghia's, check this out!

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Normal Price $71.78
Airkewld Army Price $65.25 Each
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Gen 1 Classic 1964-67 VW Bus Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4305 Gen 1 Classic 1964-67 VW Bus Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4305

We take for granted a vehicle stopping in an adequate amount of time. Classic Volkswagens don't have brakes that can be counted on, time after time, at least not on today's highways when needed most. It's time to change that. It's time to install an American-Made disc brake kit that exceeds expectations every time. It's time for a set of BAD Series Disc Brakes from your friends at Airkewld.

The GEN 1 set of BAD Series Brakes brings new life to a tried and true disc brake conversion. Any conversion offered by the PRO's will come with all the necessary parts to install; you will only need to supply the brake fluid and furnish the lug nuts required to fit your actual wheels. If you need to know what you need,
check out this article.

Made in the USA | Product updated 10/24/23 by Pete

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

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Normal Price $1,680.52
Airkewld Army Price $1,527.75 per Kit
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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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12 Weeks on Average
Normal Price $3,577.27
Airkewld Army Price $3,252.06 per Assembly
OEM PRObuilt Steering Box Coupler Assembly - 2484 OEM PRObuilt Steering Box Coupler Assembly - 2484

The most often neglected part of the Classic Volkswagen Drive-Train is the Steering Box. The next part, the steering box coupler. The PRO's have collected data, tested and found the perfect way to bulletproof this system and the offer it to you today!

What role does the steering box coupler play?

Male steering tee to the rag joint (rubber doughnut)
Rag joint to the female steering box tee
Female steering box tee to steering box
Ground connection for the horn


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

Typical time to install - 1 Hour | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Normal Price $75.01
Airkewld Army Price $68.19 per Assembly
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Classic VW Type 1 Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4151G2 Classic VW Type 1 Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4151G2

Fits Classic Volkswagen's with Ball Joint front suspension with DRUM spindles, 15"+ Wheels, AND these years/models;

1966 through 1968 Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
1966 through 1968 Karmann Ghia
Kit cars with Ball Joint front suspension and 17mm tie rod ends on your spindles

We take for granted a vehicle stopping in an adequate amount of time. Classic Volkswagens don't have brakes that can be counted on, time after time, at least not on today's highways when needed most. It's time to change that. It's time to install an American-Made disc brake kit that exceeds expectations every time. It's time for a set of BAD Series Disc Brakes from your friends at Airkewld.

The GEN 2 set of BAD Series Brakes brings new life to a tried and true disc brake conversion. Any conversion offered by the PRO's will come with all the necessary parts to install; you will only need to supply the brake fluid and furnish the lug nuts required to fit your actual wheels. If you need to know what you need, check out this article.

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/8/23 by Pete

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

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Normal Price $1,680.52
Airkewld Army Price $1,527.75 per Kit
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Classic VW Bus PRObuilt Drop Spindles | Service | 2444 Classic VW Bus PRObuilt Drop Spindles | Service | 2444

As of 2023, no company has stepped up and built replacement spindles, stock, or dropped for the Classic Volkswagen Split Window Type 2 Bus. That leaves us in a position to ONLY offer a Drop Spindle Service, meaning your spindles are shipped to the PRO's and the PRO's ship them back to you dropped, and not something the PRO's can offer outright.

This service is only available in the USA. If you are outside the USA, consider the logistical (shipping) cost to get them to us, insured, and return shipping once the PRO's completes the service.

This service will drop your 1955 through 1967 Split Window Type 2 Bus, 3.50" or 90mm.

These spindles would replace the factory stock height spindles with part numbers 211405301A, 211405302A, (1955-1963) and 211405311C, 211405312C, (1964-1967).

Assembled in the USA | Product updated 6/18/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 2 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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2 weeks on Average
Normal Price $673.07
Airkewld Army Price $611.88 per Pair

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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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Normal Price $2,372.48
Airkewld Army Price $2,156.80 per Kit
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IDF Weber Hardline Fuel Line Kit - 8083 IDF Weber Hardline Fuel Line Kit - 8083

The Classic Volkswagen engine bay has a problem with fires. You know it. I know it. But what can we do about it? Eliminate connections, fumes, and weak links in the gas system, and eliminate the worry of an engine fire. Sound good?

You just installed your new/rebuilt VW engine, and it is time to connect your dual Weber IDF's and HPMX's. For years is installing some Gates rubber hose and using hose clamps from Autozone. There has to be a more secure way for this fuel system. Airkewld's Stainless Steel Hardline system is here, and you immediately have faith in your fuel system.

Made in the USA | Product updated 6/25/23 by Pete

Typical time to install - 2 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video |
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Airkewld Army Price $264.54 per Kit
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