A better way to Air Ride a Classic Volkswagen Type 1 with ball joint front suspension and swing axle rear suspension (1966 through 1968 ) is with a Complete Air Ride Kit from Airkewld. It converts the ENTIRE VW from torsion-sprung suspension to air-ride suspension. Check . Get up a driveway without dragging the vehicle on the ground. Check . A lovely comfortable ride that even momma will enjoy. CHECK!! Individually buy parts , based on budget and skill set
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Better - Purchase this complete kit (beam|spindle options) - Tech Support Included Best - Complete PRObuilt Kit with everything you would want - Tech Support Included 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 OptionsInstall PDF Link | Install Video | Tools Needed
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What's included?
A Complete 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
Air Sleeve Shocks Through Rod Set Delrin Seal Spacers Hardware Pack Printed Instructions
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?
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 or the Complete PRObuilt Air Ride Kit found here .
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
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
What does this product fit? 1966 through 1968 Type 1 Beetle Bug Fusca Karmann Ghiaball joint/swing axle suspensions
Accessories, check the box to include with your order.
Air ride kit 
