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What a journey this car has been on. Built in 2006, exwife sells it, our CEO Pete finds it in Palm Desert, buys it back to surprise Lester. Any it looks better than ever, this former Hot VW cover car is still a cut above the rest!

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Chassis Inspection Plate Kit - 2701 Chassis Inspection Plate Kit - 2701

Fits the following:

  • 1949-1979 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1949-1975 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1971-1979 Super Beetle 1301-1302
  • Type 3
  • Type 181 Thing
  • Fridolin

PDF Instructions:

Normally In stock - Will Ship ASAP
Airkewld Army Price: $28.05 Each

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

Fits the following:

  • 1949-1977 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1949-1977 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1965-1979 UK Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug
  • 1965-1979 UK Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1971-1979 Super Beetle 1301 1302
  • All Type 2's
  • All Type 3's
  • All Type 181 Things
  • Mexican Beetle
  • Fridolin
PDF Instructions:
  • Six Shooter Install - Link
Tips:
  • Clean the clutch cable threads thoroughly, lube both the cable and the Six Shooter when installing for easy adjustments.

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Normally In stock - Will Ship ASAP
Airkewld Army Price: $29.82 Each
102 in stock!
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Stainless Steel Front Beam Bolts - 2902 Stainless Steel Front Beam Bolts - 2902

Fits the following:

  • 1949-1977 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1949-1977 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Thing
  • Fridolin
The PRO's Recommendations:
  • Apply anti-sieze to the threads

Normally In stock - Will Ship ASAP
Airkewld Army Price: $52.45

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Install Brakes onto Ball Joint PRObuilt Beam Install Brakes onto Ball Joint PRObuilt Beam

Once you have added the install to your cart, click the following kits that make sense for your build.

1966-1968 - Link
1969-1977 - Link
Type 3 - Link

Installed to Order
Airkewld Army Price: $75.00

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Stainless Transmission Shoulder Bolt Set - 2906 Stainless Transmission Shoulder Bolt Set - 2906

Fits the following:

  • 1949-1977 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1949-1977 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1971-1979 Super Beetle 1301 1302
  • Type 3
  • Thing
  • Fridolin
The PRO's Recommendations:
  • Apply anti-sieze to the threads

Usually Ships in 24 to 48 Hours
Airkewld Army Price: $83.04

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Seat Belt Reinforcement Kit Seat Belt Reinforcement Kit - 2707

Fits the following:

  • 1949-1977 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1949-1977 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1971-1979 Super Beetle 1301 1302
  • Type 3
  • Thing
  • Fridolin
PDF Instructions:
The PRO's Recommendations:

  • Apply anti-sieze to the threads

Normally In stock - Will Ship ASAP
Airkewld Army Price: $90.66 Price per pair
7 in stock!
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Complete Stainless Steel Chassis Fastener Kit - 2921 Complete Stainless Steel Chassis Fastener Kit - 2921

Fits the following:

  • 1966-1968 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1966-1968 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1965-1979 UK Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug
  • 1965-1979 Uk Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Mexican Beetle
  • Fridolin
  • Kit cars with ball joint/swing axle suspensions
The PRO's Recommendations:
  • Apply anti-sieze to the threads

Normally In stock - Will Ship ASAP
Airkewld Army Price: $388.23
OEM PRObuilt Steering Box - 2480 OEM PRObuilt Steering Box - 2480

Prepaid shipping label for your core will accompany this box. If you choose to send it back to us, we will offer up to $25 if everything checks out.

PDF Install Guide - Link


Fits the following:

  • 1962-1977 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1962-1974 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • All Type 3's
  • 1973-1974 Type 181 Thing
  • Mexican Beetle
  • Fridolin
  • Kit cars with ball joint suspensions
Fits the following if you replace the early pitman/drop arm and install a 1962-68 pitman/drop arm, (which is now an option):

  • 1949-1961 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1955-1961 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Kit cars with link pin suspensions

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In stock
Airkewld Army Price: $417.50 Each

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Ultimate Adjustable Front Beam - 2100 Ultimate Adjustable Front Beam - 2100

NOW Available in Stock width 2", 3" and 4" Narrowed!

Fits the following Left Hand Drive (LHD) Vehicles:

  • 1966-1977 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1966-1977 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1965-1979 UK Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug
  • 1965-1979 Uk Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Mexican Beetle
  • Fridolin
  • Kit cars with ball joint suspensions
No body mods, cutting or notching is necessary with this beam. If the vehicle has been in an accident, it is possible that minimal massaging will be needed to install.

10x 4" Narrowed in stock on 2/13/23
1x Stock Width in stock on 2/13/23

PDF Instructions and Tips:

  • Assembling an Ball Joint Ultimate Beam - Link
The PRO's Recommendations:

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Usually Ships in 1 to 2 Weeks
Airkewld Army Price: $815.55
5 in stock!
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Classic VW Rear Air Ride Kit - 1200 Classic VW Rear Air Ride Kit - 1200

Fits the following:

  • 1949-1968 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1949-1968 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1965-1979 UK Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug
  • 1965-1979 UK Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Mexican Beetle
  • Fridolin
  • Kit cars with swing axle suspensions
PDF Instructions:
  • Swing Axle Air Ride Install PDF - Link
The PRO's Recommendations:
  • Install with the body off or on a lift.

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Estimated 7-10 Days to Ship
Airkewld Army Price: $890.00

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4 Valve Air Management Kit Manual - 1301 4 Valve Air Management Kit Manual - 1301

Fits the following:

  • Any VW
  • Beetle Ghia Type 2 Bus Type 3 Thing Super Fridolin Kit Car
PDF Instructions:
  • Air Management Install PDF - Link
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In Stock
Airkewld Army Price: $952.50

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SLG-02 17 Inch Billet Wheel - 9100 SLG-02 17 Inch Billet Wheel - 9100

Fits the following:

  • All VW's*
  • *With bolt patterns in 5x130mm, 5x4.50 and 5x4.75
PDF Instructions:
  • Wheel Options Article - Link
  • Wheels only come in 17x7 configurations
The PRO's Recommendations:
  • Beetle/Ghia's need a 4" Narrowed beam and short axles, (Standard equipment on pre 65 vehicles) or Narrowed IRS arms (69 and later) to run the wheels staggered. (More wheel lip in the rear)
  • 14mm Studs with Acorn seat lug nuts
  • P205r40-17 Tires up front, P215r45-17 Tires in the rear
  • Check out the details tab for more fitment information

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Estimated 12 Weeks
Airkewld Army Price: $970.00 Each
SLG-02 18 Inch Billet Wheel SLG-02 18 Inch Billet Wheel

Fits the following:

  • All VW's*
  • *With bolt patterns in 5x130mm, 5x4.50 and 5x4.75
PDF Instructions:
  • Wheel Options Article - Link
  • Wheels only come in 18x7 configurations
The PRO's Recommendations:
  • Beetle/Ghia's need a 4" Narrowed beam and short axles, (Standard equipment on pre 65 vehicles) or Narrowed IRS arms (69 and later) to run the wheels staggered. (More wheel lip in the rear)
  • 14mm Studs with Acorn seat lug nuts
  • Check out the details tab for more fitment information

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Estimated 12 Weeks
Airkewld Army Price: $1,060.00 Each
Classic VW Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4700G2 Classic VW Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4700G2

Fits the following:

  • 1949-1967 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1949-1967 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Kit cars with short spline swing axle suspension
PDF Instructions:
  • Rear Disc Install - Link
The PRO's Recommendations:
  • Optional billet bearing caps allow for a trouble free installation
  • If you want a matching set of front BAD Series Disc Brakes, click here.
  • If you want these added to your PRObuilt Transaxle, click here.
Tips:
  • Zero Added track with all applications
  • Use an air impact to tighten the rear rotors, not a torque tool.
  • 14mm x 1.50 studs are used in all applications - 12mm x 1.50 are available on special order request

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Normaly ships within 14 Business Days
Airkewld Army Price: $1,250.00
Classic VW Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4151G2 Classic VW Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit - 4151G2

Fits the following:

  • 1966-1968 Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1966-1968 Karmann Ghia
  • Kit cars with Ball Joint front suspension
PDF Instructions:
  • Front Disc Install - Link
The PRO's Recommendations:
  • We can now press in the races, pack the bearings and install the seal, ready for you to install upon arrival.
  • If you are looking to add a matching rear set of BAD Series Brakes, click here.
  • If you want to add these to a PRObuilt Beam purchase, click here.
Tips:
  • 14mm x 1.50 studs are used in all applications - 12mm x 1.50 are available on special order request
  • This kit is designed to work with factory DRUM spindles or Drop DRUM Spindles. DISC Spindles will NOT work with ANY of our kits.

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Normaly ships within 14 Business Days
Airkewld Army Price: $1,455.00
Classic VW Complete Air Ride Kit - 1001 Classic VW Complete Air Ride Kit - 1001

Fits the following:

  • 1966-1968 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1966-1968 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1965-1979 UK Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug
  • 1965-1979 Uk Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Mexican Beetle
  • Fridolin
  • Kit cars with ball joint/swing axle suspensions
PDF Instructions:
  • Air Management Install PDF - Link
  • Ball Joint Air Ride Install PDF - Link
  • Swing Axle Air Ride Install PDF - Link
The PRO's Recommendations:

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Estimated 7-10 Days to Ship
Airkewld Army Price: $2,319.40

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PRObuilt Transaxle Freeway Flyer - Long Axle - 2305 PRObuilt Transaxle Freeway Flyer - Long Axle - 2305

Fits the following:

  • 1949-1968 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1949-1968 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Fridolin
  • Kit cars with Swing Axle suspensions
Anytime you rebuild/update/upgrade your transaxle, it never comes with oil in it. Make sure you add 90 wt after it is installed. It would be wise to update the trans mounts, nose cone seal and shift coupler/bushing if equipped.

The PRO's Recommendations:
  • Billet Bearing Caps make the job easy
  • The install kit comes with seal kits, hardware, axle nuts and seal races. Make sure every box is checked when doing a quality installation.
*Disc Brakes are optional and can be found here.
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Estimated 12-14 Weeks
Airkewld Army Price: $2,487.58
Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Beam Complete - 2203 Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Beam Complete - 2203



Fits the following:

  • 1966-1977 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1966-1977 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • 1965-1979 UK Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug
  • 1965-1979 Uk Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Mexican Beetle
  • Fridolin
  • Kit cars with ball joint suspensions
PDF Instructions:

  • PRObuilt Beam Install - Link
The PRO's Recommendations:

  • PRObuilt Beam Installation Kit
  • 4" narrowed is the most common and allows for the most wheel/stance/disc brake options
*Disc Brakes are optional here.
They can be installed by clicking here or clicking the check box below in the accessories section.


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Estimated 8-10 Weeks
Airkewld Army Price: $2,677.50

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Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1051 Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1051



Fits the following:

  • 1966-1968 US Spec Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca
  • 1966-1968 US Spec Karmann Ghia
  • Mexican Beetle
  • Fridolin
  • Kit cars with ball joint/swing axle suspensions
PDF Instructions:

  • PRObuilt Beam Install - Link
The PRO's Recommendations:

*Disc Brakes are optional here.
They can be installed by clicking here or clicking the check box below in the accessories section.


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Estimated 12+ Weeks
Airkewld Army Price: $4,645.00
   
 
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