Complete 1955-67 Type 2 VW Split Bus PRObuilt Lowering Kit - 2175

• The PRO's send a pre-paid shipping label (with insurance $1000) or have FedEx pick up the wrapped up, boxed or placed in a Home Depot Bucket set of Type 2 spindles
• Break down the spindles, clean, inspect and notify you of condition
• Media blast all components
• Clean up spindle nut threads
• Clearance carrier
• Weld gussets to carriers
• Reverse taper for the new flipped tie rod ends
• Install new Oil Impregnated Bronze Bushings as needed
• Press spindles back together w/ new seals
• Install NEW grease fittings and NEW kingpin retaining bolts
• Meyle adjustable tie rod assembly so tie rod ends can now come from the bottom
• The PRO's ship them back to you insured ($1000) with a signature needed for release

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• Go with the powder coated versions for these spindles to have a finish that will last a lifetime
• It is recommended you check the adjustments in your link pins ever 2500 miles or every year. There is a square end on the back of the link pin that you can adjust to tighten up. It will require you to loosen the clamp bolts to do this.
• It is recommended to grease the upper and lower zerks every 2500 miles or every year to keep the system lubricated.
• When installing brakes on these spindles and it is time to adjust the bearing thrust, you need to tighten the bearings until the drum or rotor does not move by hand, then back off 1/4 turn and lock it down. This will ensure that as long as you packed your bearings correctly, lubed the seal correctly, this too will last forever* and failure will almost be non-existent.

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Kewl Features

• Assembled by the PRO's in the USA.
• Bolt-On ready
  
• 3.5 inches of drop

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FAQ

• Are you able to guarantee that the assembled spindles on your VW now are done correctly to keep YOU and YOUR family SAFE? If you are, perfect. If you can't, the PRO's at Airkewld will give you that confidence as long as you install them correctly.
• Why would I choose a raw steel finish over a powder coated finish or vice versa? Since most spindles on the market are delivered raw, you would need to finish them to match the look of your current drive-train, at least the OCD TEAM over here would. But, if you want to sign off on this part of your suspension lasting forever, then going the powder coated route makes sense.
• What if I want less of a drop that 3 1/2 inches? If you are looking to get a precise drop on your current Volkswagen, it's going to be difficult but attainable. Your VW should have original torsion springs inside the beam, these hold the vehicle up. But they have sagged or lost some amount of tension over the years. So trying to do that math and give you exactly what you want visually, will be difficult. Best decision would be to install new torsion leaves to raise the vehicle up, then understand how much you want to drop it. If 3 1/2" gives you the right drop, the PRObuilt Spindles Service is a perfect addition to your VW.
• I have slop in my king pins, does these PRObuilt Drop Spindles fix this problem? We replace the factory king pin bushings with this service. The PRO's will polish the king pins to verify if they will work. If they do not, the PRO's will be in contact on replacement king pin options.
• I want to add disc brakes to my Type 2 Bus, will your Gen 1 or GEN 2 set of BAD Series Disc Brakes fit them? Yes. Our BAD Series Disc Brakes fit your factory bus spindles, regardless of being stock or dropped.

It has a 3.88 ring and pinion with OEM long axle/long spline axles and Airkewld straight axle tubes outfitted with a new Type 2 nose cone and hockey stick. It is a basic stock rebuilt transaxle with new bearings, seals, syncros and an overdrive 4th gear. Transaxle Disclaimer - Link. You can opt for the upgraded performance version in the drop down menu. An upgraded super diff, heavy duty side plate, welded gears, steel shift forks and more!

Axle bearing spacers, axle nuts and billet bearing clamps are also included and make this a bolt in solution with disc brakes or modified drum brakes below.

This kit is made to eliminate your troublesome gear reduction boxes. It allows a straight axle direct from the transmission to the wheels, resulting in better power transfer from the engine. ﾠ It is essential that the instructions provided here be followed to ensure a trouble-free installation. ﾠ You should also have a copy of the 63-67 factory workshop manual, an excellent reference to consult with.

What about brakes

Type 2 >1963 - Use your original drums, but they must be machined .750" off at the snout and machining the inner-most lip flush. This allows you to need the following:

• 1968-1979 Type 1 Rear Backing Plates
• 1968-1979 Type 1 Rear Brake Shoes
• 1968-1979 Type 1 FRONT Wheel cylinders

Type 2 1964-1967 -You can install the kit with the above parts if you can find some pre-1963 Drums. ﾠ If not, the only other alternative is to use 64-65 Type 3 Rear Brakes with the following:

• 1954-65 Notchback/Squareback Rear Drums
• 1954-54 Notchback.Squareback Rear Backing Plates
• 1303 Front Wheel Cylinders

This conversion requires the use of your spring plates, which the PRO's send a pre-paid shipping label via email to retrieve your plates and send them back to us for modification.

Shocks
Monotube shock technology is more responsive with better oil control and is vastly superior to twin tube shock design. Shock absorbers are without a doubt the brains of your suspension. Nothing influences how your car rides and handles more than its shock absorbers. To best accomplish that objective, RideTech shock absorbers utilize monotube design which allows for a larger piston and more precise valving. The design is superior to twin tubes shocks with respect to damping and reliability. These HQ Series Shocks are rebound adjustable shock absorbers and offer exceptional quality thanks to impact-forged, hard-anodized bodies and heavy-duty shafts. They carry an industry-best 1,000,001 mile warranty.

What size tires should I run after installing this kit?

14" - P185/60r-14's - Link
15" - P185/60r-15's - Link
16" - P195/50r-16's - Link
17" - 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.