Premium Clutch Adjustment Nut | Stainless Steel | 1949-1977 Classic VW Type 1 Beetle Ghia Thing Super Type 2 Type 3
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Premium Clutch Adjustment Nut | Stainless Steel | 1949-1977 Classic VW Type 1 Beetle Ghia Thing Super Type 2 Type 3
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The factory VW wing nut clutch adjuster slips, slaps your knuckles cold, and never holds the same feel twice. The Six Shooter ends that — for good.
Process — Not Parts — Determines Performance
Six ergonomic finger pockets machined right into the body. One pocket = one click of pedal feel — spin it by hand, lock-in grip, no tool required. That is the upgrade in one sentence.
The original German wing nut was a marginal experience even when new — a 5-out-of-10 on its best day. What is on most cars now is a soft replacement that strips, slips, and feels like a week of not shaving. Try adjusting it cold and you have already met the propeller — that knuckle-slap that earns a Go#$&#)$)*_#@)_*$*it!!! We have all been there. So we built the fix and gave it a name we are not embarrassed about.
Why It Works
- Six finger pockets vs. two wing tabs. Triple the contact points. Your fingers lock into the pocket instead of skidding off a soft tab.
- Adjusts by hand — cold, hot, or greasy. Contoured grips mean no propeller, no knuckle-slap, no fishing in the toolbox.
- Hard metal, not mush. No soft import nut that strips the first time you crank on it.
- Roadside repeatable. Spin it by hand, count the pockets, dial back to the feel you set on the lift. No wrench needed.
- Pedal target made simple. 1/2" to 3/4" of free play at the top of the pedal — every time, every chassis.
Choose Your Finish
Specs at a Glance
| Application | 1949–1979 VW Type 1 · Type 2 · Type 3 (factory clutch cable) |
| Thread | 7mm × 1.0 |
| Finishes | Raw Steel · Black Zinc · Stainless · Titanium |
| Lube | Grease or anti-seize on cable threads AND the back face of the nut |
| Free-Play Target | 1/2" – 3/4" at the top of the pedal |
| Install Tools | Lug wrench · WD-40 · wire brush or 7mm × 1.0 thread chaser (no wrench needed for the Six Shooter itself) |
See It In Action
Install — Done Right the First Time
We built two install resources because process is what determines performance. Use either. Use both. Send them to the buddy in your garage who skips the lube step.
Full Install Guide → Photos · Videos · Troubleshooting Download Quick Reference (PDF)
Top 5 Install Mistakes — Skip These
- Dirty threads. 50K miles of crud in 7mm × 1.0 threads makes the adjuster bind. Wire-brush or thread-chase first.
- No lube on the cable. Grease or anti-seize is mandatory. Steel-on-steel galls fast.
- Forgetting the back face. Lube the bearing surface where the nut meets the clutch lever — that is where binding shows up.
- Excess grease left on the cable. Wipe it. Wet grease is a grit magnet, and grit is what grinds adjusters.
- Raw left uncoated. Bare steel surface-rusts in a season. Paint or anti-seize before it goes under the car.
Need a Hand?
Stuck under the car? Text us at 1-623-518-3537 or email help@airkewld.com — a real human answers.
Tag your install #AirkewldArmy — we repost the clean ones.
The Airkewld Promise
When you buy an Airkewld product, you’re getting craftsmanship and quality you can count on. Each part is built with care to fit and perform better than the rest.
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90-Day Satisfaction Guarantee – Try it risk-free. If you’re not completely satisfied within 90 days, return it for a refund.
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Lifetime Warranty – Your purchase is protected for as long as you own it. If something goes wrong, send the part back to us (you cover the shipping to Airkewld). We’ll repair or replace it, then ship it back to you at no cost. (Expedited shipping and installation labor are not included.)
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Shipping Guarantee – Every order is packed in custom boxes or crates to make sure it arrives safe and sound.
Extra Peace of Mind
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We’ve Got Your Back – If anything fails, we’ll stand behind it.
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Lifetime Email Support – Reach out anytime by email for as long as you own your product.
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Phone Support – Available for the first 3 years after your purchase.
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Solid 5
Posted by Bush on Apr 24th 2026
Looks good, solid construction, a little pricey, but hey, nothings too good for my Baby Buggy!!
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So Mush Easier than Stock 5
Posted by Ralph H. on Aug 14th 2025
I would recommend these parts to any Classic Volkswagen owner.
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Absolutely beautiful 5
Posted by Michael Overturf on Aug 14th 2025
This was creative genius at its best!
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great part, fast shipping 5
Posted by Jared Johnston on Aug 14th 2025
The six shooter clutch adjustment nut arrived quickly even though it was free shipping and the part itself is very good quality.
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bang bang 5
Posted by Chad Elam on Aug 14th 2025
The six shooter bangs!
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Six shooter 5
Posted by Eros Roy Arocho on Aug 14th 2025
Super fast delivery! Thanks
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The Amazing Six Shooter 5
Posted by Scott A. Slater on Aug 14th 2025
So easy to install and adjust. What an amazing product. Look forward to other future innovations from Airkewld.
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Six Shooter 5
Posted by troy marbut on Aug 14th 2025
smooth transaction. Fast shipping. Haven't installed yet but it looks great! Will definitely be buying more from Air Kewld. Thanks!
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Six Shooter clutch adjustment 5
Posted by William Lindsey on Aug 14th 2025
Six shooter adds that personal touch and easy to adjust my clutch cable! Awesome fast service too!
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Fuck 5
Posted by Eric Liebendorfer on Aug 14th 2025
Now I have to buy 3 more, one for all my rides more this thing is awesome
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