Complete PRObuilt Adjustable Link Pin Front Axle Beam Assembly | Kit Car | Shortened Towers

The Front Beam Built for Link Pin Kit Cars

Meyers Manx, Manx-style clones, and nearly every kit car built on a 1949–1965 Link Pin VW chassis share the same problem: the body was molded tight around the stock shock towers. Bolt in an off-the-shelf beam and the towers hit the body.

That’s why the PROs build this version of the Complete PRObuilt Front Axle Beam Assembly with shortened shock towers — giving your kit car body the clearance it needs, right out of the box.

When the PROs say complete, we mean it. This beam arrives fully assembled, aligned, and ready to bolt in — no missing parts, no hunting for components, and no second-guessing.

That’s how we eliminate mistakes before they ever happen.

Shortened Shock Towers — Why It Matters

Kit car bodies weren’t designed around aftermarket suspension. They were laid up over a stock pan, hugging the original shock towers with almost no room to spare. The result: body contact, cracked fiberglass, and a beam that simply won’t sit right.

Instead of asking you to cut or reshape your body, we shorten the shock towers on the beam itself to create proper clearance. Your body stays untouched, and your beam fits the way it should.

Not sure what your kit car is built on? Note it at checkout and a PRO will confirm fitment before your beam is built.

Why PRObuilt Is Different

Bolt-In & Go

This is a true bolt-in solution. Most installations are completed in under 4 hours with basic hand tools. No cutting, no welding, no fabrication — just clean, efficient progress from start to finish.

Quality You Can Feel

A PRObuilt Beam is the Rolex of Classic VW front suspension systems. Each assembly is built using premium components, OEM-quality parts, stainless steel hardware, and durable finishes designed to last the life of the vehicle.

The result is immediate — tighter steering, improved ride quality, and a refined driving experience you can feel right away.

World-Class Ride Quality

Proper geometry matters. With 7.5 inches of usable suspension travel, this beam delivers a smooth, controlled ride on the street, the trail, or the sand.

No binding. No harshness. Just confidence.

Narrowed Correctly — Not Guesswork

Wheel fitment is one of the most misunderstood — and most expensive — mistakes in a kit car build.

Too narrow and you compromise suspension geometry.
Not narrow enough and you fight tire rub forever.

That’s why PRObuilt Beams are available in stock width, 2", 3", and 4" narrowed configurations — without forcing you to guess which one is right.

This is how we eliminate clearance issues, tire rub, and costly do-overs — while still giving you the exact fit your kit car needs.

Have a specific narrowing in mind? You can note it during checkout, and a PRO will confirm it with you before the beam is built.

Ready to Ship, Ready to Roll

Residential or commercial delivery is available at competitive rates, including lift gate and pallet jack service when needed.

What’s Included (No Guesswork)

This is a fully assembled front axle system, not a partial kit.

Included in every Kit Car PRObuilt Beam:

• Brand New Front Axle Beam with Shortened Shock Towers
• PRObuilt Control Arms
• PRObuilt Spindles
• PRObuilt Steering Box
• Premium Tie Rod Ends
• Premium Steering Damper
• Premium Pneumatic / Sport Shocks
• Premium Stainless Steel Hardware
• Complete PRObuilt Steering Components

Once installed and ride height is set, a 4-wheel alignment is recommended for optimal performance.

Optional Add-Ons (Not Required)

The beam is complete and ready to install as-is. These options are offered purely for convenience.

Optional Install Kit

Includes new beam bolts and upper/lower body pads — recommended for first-time installs to save time and ensure a clean installation.

Optional Disc Brake Installation (Labor Only)

If you’re running disc brakes and want the PROs to install your selected kit onto the beam before shipping, we’ll take care of it.

PRO’s Recommendations

Stop Better:

Pair your PRObuilt Beam with a Disc Brake Kit designed for 1949–1965 Link Pin applications to dramatically improve stopping power and safety.

Tighten Steering Feel:

While the beam is out, upgrading worn steering components or the steering coupler is an easy way to restore precise steering feel.

Fitment & FAQs

Lifetime Support

Airkewld provides tech support for as long as you own the vehicle.
If the vehicle changes ownership, tech support plans are available for the next owner.

The Bottom Line

This isn’t just a beam — it’s a PRO-verified suspension solution built specifically for Link Pin kit cars, with shortened shock towers for proper body clearance, correct wheel fitment, and the ride your build deserves.