The BEST way to adjust a Classic Volkswagen Type 3, is by installing a Stage 1 PRObuilt Conversion 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 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.
Made in the USA | Product updated 6/15/23 by Pete
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Lowering a Type 3.......is difficult. If you adjust the torsions with
the factory beam, the ball joints bind up, giving the end user almost no
travel and no user enjoyment. So you can do that, and as you did back
in the 80s, you can still smile, but you know the wife isn't traveling
with you as the ride is bonk. Yes, bonk. The PRO's had an idea with a
few minor changes; we can update the front suspension to a 1969 Karmann
Ghia and reap all the rewards of drop spindles, adjustable beams, and
American-made disc brake kits. The Type 3 Stage 1 PRObuilt Beam is here. The installation of this beam requires a couple minor mods. It requires
two holes drilled into the trunk section for the shock studs, trimming
of the pinch mold on the front bulkhead and the bottom mounts. For more
info on the mods, please read the
install article here . What's included?
This
Stage 1 PRObuilt Beam is spindle to spindle and four inch narrowed. It comes powder-coated, satin
black, ready to install.
The front end comes complete with the following;
New Ultimate Adjustable Beam
New Torsions
New Tie rods
New Shocks
New Drum Drop Spindles (CB Performance/EMPI) or OEM Spindles
New Steering Dampener
New Hardware
New Grease Zerks
Premium Tie rod Ends
Premium Ball Joints
PRObuilt Steering Box filled with Corn Head Grease
Reconditioned pitman/drop arm/clamp
PRObuilt Control Arms
New eccentrics
What's recommended?
If you are going for the dropped look and want to run either Airkewld's GEN 2 Disc Brake kit or your factory drums opt for the DRUM Drop Spindles. If you keep your Factory Disc Brakes (4 lug), opt for the DISC Drop Spindles. If you are keeping the drop moderate, a stock height spindle for the drum or factory disc is available.
If
you want to make this beam install even more complete, maybe installing
a GEN 2 Disc Brake kit might make sense. To have the PRO's install
them, you will need to add the labor to do that
here , then choose your
disc brake kit
here .
If your steering coupler from your column to your steering box has seen better days, the PRO's suggest the OEM PRObuilt Steering Box Coupler found here .
Kewl Features
American made
7.5 inches of up-and-down movement
Taller
shock towers allow for the use of shocks that will work with any ride
height adjustment
Industries finest packaging to ensure it will arrive to you unscathed
FAQ
Do I need to do body mods to install this beam? Maybe. Depending on the year, a single hole might need to be drilled.
Do I need to send in a core? No.
Will I need anything in addition to this assembly? No. It's as complete as it comes from the factory.
Why is the lower bushing fatter than the top bushing? This update
was made to get the best camber adjustment possible with a lowered ball
joint suspension. It allows the eccentric to be in the center of
adjustment in the middle range and meet the needs if you are slammed or
stock height.
The front end will be coated apart and assembled to keep the clean look with new hardware. It's set to the medium height setting so that you can adjust it to your liking. It's pre-greased, and alignment will set in a rough application for shipping.
What does this product fit?
All Type 3 Squareback Notchback Fastback Type 34 Razor
Accessories, check the box to include with your order.