EMPI 1954-1965 VW Beetle & Karmann Ghia Disc Brake Conversion Kit - Front - Bolt-On - 5x205 Wide 5

22-2880
EMPI 1954-1965 VW Beetle & Karmann Ghia Disc Brake Conversion Kit - Front - Bolt-On - 5x205 Wide 5
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Product Description

  • Modern Disc Brake Stopping Power
  • "Zero Offset" does not increase track width
  • Bolt On Kit does not require replacing spindles
  • Includes a Single Circuit Master Cylinder

    • EMPI's Zero Off-Set Zero Off-Set Link Pin Front 5x205 Wide 5 Lug Disc Brake Kit fits early Link Pin Front End VW Beetles and Karmann Ghias from 1954 through 1965. This kit will fit your existing stock spindles and greatly improves the stopping power on an early Beetle or Karmann Ghia. The zero offset means that the track width will not increase so there are no tire and wheel clearance issues compared to stock. The disc brake kit includes new front rotors, calipers & pads, caliper mounting brackets, a master cylinder, brake hoses, bearings & seals, mounting hardware and instructions. The disc brake kit requires the separately sold 22-2941 & 22-2942 bearings caps which are available in the options tab. Kit employs floating calipers, which utilize a single piston and are designed to move or slide to establish contact with both sides of the disc.

    This kit includes the following:

    • 5x205 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 12x1.5 Threads
    • Brake Calipers & Pads
    • Caliper Mounting Brackets
    • Master Cylinder
    • Brake Hoses
    • Uses (and includes) Stock Replacement Wheel Bearings & Grease Seals
    • Mounting Hardware & Instructions

    Click here for Quick Bleeder Valves which make bleeding your brakes much easier!

    Installation Notes:
    This kit can only be used with stock, VW Link Pin Drum Brake Spindles. It can not be used with drop spindles or other disc brake spindles.

    All brake parts must be thoroughly cleaned and disc brake grease must be used on all brake pad contact surfaces or brake squeak and vibration may occur.

    15" or larger wheels must be used with the disc brake kit. 14" wheels can not be used.

    The included master cylinder is for use with front disc brakes. However, if you are converting to 4 wheel disc brakes, it will not be sufficient. You must install a separately sold, large bore master cylinder. There is no credit value for the included master cylinder as it comes as part of this kit.


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    Our Expert's Take:

    The stock drum brakes are adequate enough for a stock VW if all the components are in good working order but as soon as any performance modifications are made to your VW, the original brakes should be upgraded to suit. Virtually no modern cars use drum brakes, least of all on the front of the car where most of the braking power is. Updating the brakes on your VW should be considered mandatory for any car that is driven regularly.
    Sam



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    California Prop 65 Warning. Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

    Compatibility

    Please Note:The information listed below is for stock, unmodified VW's manufactured for sale in the US. VW's are commonly modified and very often parts from another year VW may have been installed on your car. California Pacific JBugs is not responsible for any errors if your car has been modified in any way.
    VW Beetle
    Sedan
    1954 - 1965
    Ragtop
    1954 - 1963
    Sunroof
    1964 - 1965
    Convertible
    1954 - 1965
    VW Karmann Ghia
    Coupe
    1956 - 1965
    Convertible
    1957 - 1965

    Helpful Hints


    Click here for Quick Bleeder Valves which make bleeding your brakes much easier!

    Installation Notes:
    All brake parts must be thoroughly cleaned and disc brake grease must be used on all brake pad contact surfaces or brake squeak and vibration may occur.

    15" or larger wheels must be used with the disc brake kit. 14" wheels can not be used.

    The included master cylinder is for use with front disc brakes. However, if you are converting to 4 wheel disc brakes, it will not be sufficient. You must install a separately sold, large bore master cylinder. There is no credit value for the included master cylinder as it comes as part of this kit.

    Shipping

    Our shipping policy is as follows:
    We ONLY ship within the United States and its territories.

    Orders over $100 will receive free shipping within the continental United States. Freight on under $100 will be $9.95. Large packages ship FedEx. Smaller packages ship US Priority Mail. Delivery time averages 1-5 business days after it ships.

    Most orders to Hawaii, Alaska, APO/FPO, Puerto Rico and other US territories are shipped by the US Postal Service. The shipping costs for these orders are billed at the time of shipping.

    For expedited shipping, you must call us. All express orders are personally handled by the representative you speak with in order to streamline the process. Please do not request express shipping via email. Emails are reviewed in the order they are received which could possibly delay your shipping.

    Shipping on any returns is the customer's responsibility. If your order qualified for free shipping and a returned item reduces your order below the $100, you will be charged the according shipping cost for the order.

    Returns

    90 Day Return Policy

    You can return most unused, never installed, like-new items for 90 days from the date of receipt. Items must be in like-new condition. The following items are final sale:
    • Special order items
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    Like-new Condition: JBugs may refuse a return when the returned item is not in like-new condition. These situations will lead to refused returns:
    • Installed items
    • Items missing parts or the original packaging material
    • Items damaged in return shipping due to improper packaging
    • Carburetors that smell like fuel
    • Damage due to customer negligence
    • Items with scour marks that show installation or attempted installation from nuts, bolts, screw-driver’s, washers, etc.

    Returns must be sent in a proper shipping box.
    With the exception of parts that are shipped to you in the original manufacturer packaging (example - TMI door panels, floor pans, complete front beams, etc), please be sure to return the parts with an external box or protective packaging around the parts you are returning. Most manufacturer packaging boxes are not rated for shipping and can become damaged or destroyed as they are too thin to withstand forces applied during the shipping process. Failure to do so will result in a higher restocking/reboxing fee or outright refusal of the return if the part cannot be restocked in the same condition it arrived at you.

    How to Start a Return:
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    • Request an Return Authorization. Do not ship your return back to us until you have an RMA.
    • Place a copy of your invoice or order confirmation inside the package.
    • Carefully package your items
    • Ship the items back to the JBugs return address listed on the RMA. Keep your tracking information for proof of delivery.
    • Once you receive a Return Authorization, all returns must be shipped back to our AZ address.
    • Returns shipped to our administration office may be subject to a higher restocking fee.
    • Returns, refunds, and store credits are usually processed within 5 days upon receiving the items back.
    • We are not responsible for tracking returns shipped without an RMA.
    Refunds, Exchanges, and Store Credit:
    • Refunds, exchanges, or store credits will be given for items returned within 90 days of receipt.
    • Refunds are issued to your original payment method.
    Return Shipping:
    • The customer is responsible for the return shipping charges except in cases where JBugs shipped the incorrect item.
    Freight Charges:
    • Shipping charges are not refundable.
    3rd Party Charges:
    • JBugs is not responsible for any 3rd party installation charges.
    Re-Stocking Fee:
    • Returns will be subject to a 20% restocking fee except in a situation where JBugs shipped the incorrect item.
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    If a product does not fit because your vehicle has been modified or customized in the last 40+ years, it does not definitively mean the item is defective. If you have an issue due to fitment, we will help you find the right parts. We are here to help.
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