A better way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension (1966 through 1977 ) is with a Complete Front Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE front 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 an Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld? There are three ways to Air Ride the front of your 1966 through 1977 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.
Good - Individually buy parts , based on budget and skill set
- no tech support
Better - Purchase this complete front kit (beam|spindle options and utilize our air management kit) - Tech Support Included
Best - Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam is Bolt-On ready - Tech Support Included if used with our air management kit
Made in the USA |
Product updated 6/16/23 by Pete
Related: What compliments an Air Ride kit better than an Ultimate Beam | Stage 2 PRObuilt Air Ride Beam | Drop Spindle Options Typical time to install - 3 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed
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What's included?
A Front Air Ride kit comes with EVERYTHING you will need to Air Ride the front of your Classic Volkswagen Type 1. Here is a detailed list of components; Front Kit
Delrin Seal Spacers
Air Sleeve Shocks
Through Rod Set
Hardware Pack
Printed Instructions
What's recommended?
This kit is designed to work with an OEM Volkswagen front beam or an Ultimate Beam from Airkewld. The PRO's can not tech support another vendors beam with our air ride kit.
Drop Spindles are required if you want to get as low as possible. If you need advice on what spindles make the most sense, check out this article.
If you are looking for an ALL-IN-ONE package, consider the Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam found here .
Kewl Features
American made
7.5 inches of up-and-down movement
What does this fit?
1966 through 1977 Type 1 Beetle-Bug-Fusca 1966 through 1975 Karmann Ghia 1973 and 1974 Type 181 Thing Mexican Beetle Fridolin Kit cars with ball joint suspensions
Accessories, check the box to include with your order.