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 | Tools Needed

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The 17 inch Three-Piece Smoothie Wheel Set 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. These wheels will NOT show any bolts on the front face and will be hidden from sight.

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 9/29/24 by Pete

Related: Lugs Needed

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


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The BEST way to check all the necessary boxes when restoring your Type 2 Split Bus is with an OEM PRObuilt Beam from your friends at Airkewld. The PRObuilt Beam is built on the factory bus beam platform. It's stock width, not narrowed, and is NOT adjustable. This beam is offered OUTRIGHT, no core needed.

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