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Quantity in Stock:4 Availability:: Usually Ships in 24 to 48 Hours PART #: 1203 What VW Year?: 1955 1956 1957 1958 1959 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 Qty: Description Classic VW's Equipped with these Components Complete Details The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Split Type 2 with Type 1 or 3 Converted IRS suspension (1955 through 1967) is with a Complete Rear Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the Rear from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension. Lay it in the weeds. Check. Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check. A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Isn't it time to finally set your suspension up correctly with a Bus Rear Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld? Made in the USA | Product updated 8/12/23 by Pete Related: What ALL do I need to Air Ride my Type 2? | IRS Freeway Flyer Transaxle | IRS Conversion for Type 2Typical time to install - 3 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed What's included? A Rear Air Ride kit comes with EVERYTHING you will need to Air Ride the rear of your Classic Volkswagen Type 2. Here is a detailed list of components; Rear Kit IRS Axle Bracket Kit 1500lb Air Bags Short Shocks Hardware Pack Printed Instructions What's recommended? Type 2 Bus IRS Axle Conversion - 2611 is recommended to convert your Reduction Gear Box Transaxle to an IRS Conversion. IRS Axle Core Torsion Housing Complete is needed if you need all the small parts to convert to IRS. PRObuilt Transaxle Freeway Flyer - IRS - 2320 - If you don't have an IRS transaxle to utilize during this conversion, the PRO's have got your back! Kewl Features American made 6.5 in the rear FAQ Will this kit fit with a stock reduction gear box (RGB) transaxle? No, the bus will need to be updated to a Type 1 or 3 IRS transaxle along with an IRS Conversion. Will my stock brakes work on this IRS Conversion? Maybe. If your Type 2 Bus is equipped with a 36mm axle nut in the rear, then the brakes can be swapped out with a couple modifications. If you want to update your drum brakes to Disc Brakes, we can help. You can find details here. Will this set up lay the vehicle on the ground?No. This will allow you to lay the tires in the wheel wells with out any cutting. We want you to keep your investment so we try to alleviate all the cutting to the bus. What kind of ride quality can I expect after this kit is installed?Great question. If you use the saying, let's throw it against the wall and lets see what sticks, probably not good. If you follow the install guides, understand the limits, take your time and do the little things (4 wheel alignment, grease your zerks, dot your iii's and cross your ttt's), you will have a smile from ear to ear. The ride will be smooth and enjoyable for the entire family. Can I run the 17" wheels like the ones you have on your website?Yes, all of them will fit. Check them out here. What size tires should I run after installing this kit?14" - P185/60r-14's - Link15" - P185/60r-15's - Link16" - P195/50r-16's - Link17" - P205/45r-17's for all the same size tire front and back or staggered P205/40r-17 front, P215/45r-17 in the rear.DO'S & DON'TSWhen deciding on going with air ride, you made a decision that you are building a cruiser. What does that mean you ask? Basically, the opposite of a high-performance application....and I don't mean a race car. If you have a large cc engine, you are going to want to use it, play with it, E V E R Y O N E wants too! If you go this route, don't AIR RIDE YOUR BUS. You need this instead. Add these products to my Wish List - LinkOur GOAL, is to give you all the tools and equipment to DO THE JOB RIGHT. What does this product fit? 1955 through 1967 Type 2 Bus Kombi Transporter Single Cab Double Cab along with the 1968-75 Brazilian Type 2 Split BusDoes not fit the 1968-79 Bay Bus nor can it be modified to fitMust have IRS conversion installed Accessories, check the box to include with your order. 2 Valve Air Management Kit Manual - 1300 Type 2 Bus IRS Axle Conversion - 2611 IRS Axle Core Torsion Housing Complete - 2610 Airkewld Army Price $794.99 per Kit Add to Cart Add Airkewld Army Price $1,149.99 Each Add to Cart Add Airkewld Army Price $899.99 Each Add to Cart Add Share your knowledge of this product. Be the first to write a review »