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Air Ride
Air shocks, front and rear kits, and air management for the classic VW — how to plan the system, what it takes, and how to install every piece.
Plan your air ride
Start with how air shocks work and what the PROs recommend.
Everything You Need to Know About Air ShocksFront and rear air shocks explained — how they work and what to expect.Read the guide →Classic VW Air Ride RecommendationsWhat the PROs recommend for a classic VW air ride build.Read the guide →VW Beetle & Karmann Ghia Assembled Beam Buyer's GuideAir ride up front means a PRObuilt Stage 2 beam. See how it compares to the other tiers.BeetleGhiaRead the guide →
What a full air ride setup takes
Air ride is a system, not a single part. Plan all three pieces before you buy, so the front, rear and management work together.
Install it right
Five chapters covering front beams, rear suspension and the air management kit for 1949–1977 Type 1 cars and the Airkewld AMK 2 & 4 Valve. Each chapter ships as a 2-page Quick Reference in the kit, and lives here in full with video, photos, troubleshooting and FAQs.
Let the PROs build it
Pre-assembled PRObuilt options that shorten or replace parts of the install — including the welding.
Questions on an install? Call or text 1-623-518-3537 or email help@airkewld.com.
Ready to shop?
Jump straight to air ride kits, parts and Stage 2 beams.
Tell the PROs about your car and goals and get a custom suspension plan.
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