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Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit - 1050

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List Price $6,687.49

Airkewld Army Price $5,349.99 Complete Kit

Savings: $1,337.50

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PART #: 1050

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The Best way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with link pin front suspension and swing axle rear suspension (1949 through 1965) is with a Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension.

The original Air Ride Kit will allow your Classic VW to lower and raise with a toggle, and the tank will auto-fill to be ready the next time you want to make a suspension adjustment.

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 Complete Air Ride kit from the PRO's at Airkewld?

There are three ways to Air Ride your 1949 through 1965 Type 1. Good, Better, Best.

Good - Individually buy parts, based on budget and skill set - No tech support
Better - A complete kit with (beam|spindle options and utilize our air management kit) Tech Support Included
Best - Purchase this Complete PRObuilt Kit with everything you would want - Tech Support Included

Made in the USA | Product updated 1/9/24 by Pete

Related: Want to Add Disc Brakes to this package? | Is your Transaxle really going to cut it? | What wheels do you want to run?

Typical time to install - 12 Hours | Install PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed
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Install Guides

PRObuilt Beam
Rear Air Ride Kit
Air Management Kit

What's included?

A Complete PRObuilt Air Ride kit comes with EVERYTHING you will need to Air Ride your Classic Volkswagen Type 1. Here is a detailed list of components;

Front Kit

4" Narrowed Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam - Complete with Air Ride Installed, PRObuilt steering system, ready for your brakes or our GEN 2 BAD Series Disc Brakes

Rear Kit

Swing Axle Bracket Kit
2500lb Air Bags
Short Shocks
Hardware Pack
Printed Instructions

4 Valve Air Management Kit

Viair Compressor
Pressure Switch
Firestone 2 Gallon Tank
Air Lift Manual Valves with Gauges
1/4 inch Air Line
Hardware Pack
Printed Instructions

What's recommended?

If you want to run the disc brakes you already have, click here.
If you are utilizing a pre-59 transaxle with straight shock mounts, you will need to update the mounts to a late model set found here or update to a late model transaxle, like this.
If you have a pit or lift, you CAN install the rear kit with the body ON but if you do not, we recommend pulling it off to have access everywhere.

Kewl Features

American made
7.5 inches of up-and-down movement

FAQ

The Stage 2 PRObuilt Beam comes equipped with DRUM Drop Spindles, will my front disc brakes fit on my new beam? No. If you want to run the disc brakes you already have, click here.
Do I need to do body mods to install this beam? No. The inside dimension is 29 13/16". That gives a clearance of 1/16" on each side. If the vehicle has been in an accident, it is possible that minimal massaging will be needed to install based on the size of buckle near the shock tower location.
How do you narrow the beam 4" when I only have 1/2 inch on each side of my stock beam? We utilize the outer ends of the tubes and gusset outwards to give us the needed space. Here is a video that explains it.
Do I need to send in a core? No. The PRO's have a few options for your cores. Check them out here.
Will I need anything in addition to this assembly? No. It's as complete as it comes from the factory.
My car is sitting crooked before and after installing my New PRObuilt Beam. What is causing the problem? Check out this article on identifying the condition of your drive-train here.
Heaters will not work with out modification with this kit
The exit ducts from the body might need to be trimmed to clear to fit your application.
The front most brackets are slotted left to right along with the upper air bag mounts to allow for perfect adjustment.