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Stage 2 PRObuilt Beams
Stage 2 · Air Ride
PRObuilt Air Ride Beams
The right way to add air ride to a classic VW Beetle or Karmann Ghia. When the PROs say complete, they mean it — this beam arrives fully assembled, aligned, and bolt-in ready, eliminating the confusion and compatibility issues that come from piecing together an air ride setup.
Fits: Link Pin (1949–1965) & Ball Joint (1966–1977) Type 1 Beetle & Karmann Ghia front ends · Travel: 7.5" of usable air-ride suspension travel · Ships: Freight · free to terminal in the lower 48
★★★★★Fully assembled and engineered to deliver a smooth, predictable air ride experience with zero guesswork.
Why Stage 2 PRObuilt Is Different
Bolt-In & Go. Zero Guesswork.
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 remove the old beam and bolt this one in.
PRObuilt represents the highest level of refinement we offer. Each Stage 2 beam is built using premium components, German-made parts where it matters, satin black powder coating, and stainless steel hardware throughout — designed to last the life of the vehicle. You'll feel the difference immediately in ride quality, steering response, and overall confidence.
Aired up for driving or aired out at a show, the ride stays smooth, controlled, and predictable — without binding or harshness.
Suspension
7.5" Air Ride TravelEngineered for correct beam geometryFinish
Satin Black Powder CoatReady to bolt on — zero finishing workHardware
OEM Housings + New Wear PartsGerman parts where it matters · stainless hardware throughoutWhat's Included
A Complete Front Axle System — Not A Partial Kit
- Brand new front axle beam
- PRObuilt control arms
- PRObuilt spindles (drum) — disc brake kits available separately
- PRObuilt steering box — NOS VW internals with new bearings and seals
- Premium tie rod ends
- Premium steering damper
- Premium stainless steel hardware
- Premium pneumatic / sport shocks
- Complete PRObuilt steering components — set up with zero play
Once installed and ride height is set, a 4-wheel alignment is recommended to get the most from your PRObuilt beam.
! Fitment Check · Read this before you buy
PRObuilt Air Ride Beams · 1949 and Newer
✓ Fits
- 1949–1977 Beetle — Link Pin (1949–1965) or Ball Joint (1966–1977) front, matched to your chassis year
- 1949–1975 Karmann Ghia — Link Pin or Ball Joint front, matched to your chassis year
- True bolt-in — no cutting or welding required
✗ Does NOT Fit
- Type 2 Bus / Type 3 — different front architecture
- Super Beetle (1302/1303) — strut front, no beam
Optional Add-Ons · Not Required
The Beam Is Complete And Ready To Install As-Is
These options are offered for convenience:
- Install Kit — new beam bolts and upper/lower body pads, recommended for a faster, cleaner installation
- Disc Brake Installation — PRO Installed (Labor Only) — select this if you're adding one of our disc brake kits and want the PROs to install it on your beam before it ships. Disc brake kit sold separately; a PRO will confirm the correct kit before finalizing your order
Shipping
Ready To Ship, Ready To Roll
PRObuilt Air Ride Beams ship free to a freight terminal in the lower 48 states. Residential or commercial delivery is available at competitive rates, including lift gate and pallet jack service when needed. Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, and Puerto Rico ship at our best freight rates — just not free.
FAQ
The Questions We Expect
Do I need to modify my vehicle's body to install this beam?
No. This is a true bolt-in solution for both Link Pin and Ball Joint vehicles — no cutting or welding required.
Are any parts reused or take-off?
The control arms, steering box, pitman arm, and steering box clamp are genuine OEM VW parts, quality-checked and reused — the steering box gets NOS VW internals with new bearings and seals inside. The ball joints, king pins, link pins, and torsion leaves are new German-made hardware, not take-off, with stainless steel hardware throughout.
What spindles does it ship with?
Every Stage 2 beam ships with PRObuilt drum spindles standard. Disc brake kits are available separately — Ball Joint (1966–1968 or 1969–1977) or Link Pin (1949–1965) — with PRO installation offered as an option.
Do I need to send in a core?
No core is required. If you return usable arms, spindles, and steering box components (packed in a 5-gallon bucket), a $200 core rebate is issued once received.
Will I need anything in addition to this assembly?
Yes. To control ride height from inside the vehicle, you'll need an air management system — a 2-valve system for front-only air ride, or a 4-valve system for front and rear.
What tech support is included?
Airkewld provides full tech support for our PRObuilt Air Ride Beams when used with our AMK air management systems. If you use a different air management system, we can't troubleshoot those components, since we aren't familiar with their operation. Tech support is provided for as long as you own the vehicle — and transferable tech support plans are available for the next owner if you sell it.
How does it ship?
Freight, free to a terminal in the lower 48 states. Residential or commercial delivery is available at competitive rates, including lift gate and pallet jack service. Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, and Puerto Rico ship at our best freight rates, just not free.
What's your warranty?
If any component ever fails from a manufacturing defect, we replace it. Period. Email help@airkewld.com with a photo and your order number.
Stuck Deciding? We Answer.
Real Humans. Real Phones. Real VW People.
Not sure if air ride is right for your build — or which fitment matches your chassis? Call before you buy — we'd rather put you in the right beam than the expensive one.
Call / Text 1-623-518-3537 · Email help@airkewld.com
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