Volkswagen Beetle DISC BRAKE CONVERSION KITS and DISC BRAKE PARTS

Volkswagen Beetle Disc Brake Conversion Kits

Upgrade your beloved Volkswagen Beetle with our top-tier Volkswagen Beetle disc brake conversion kits. These kits are not just another addition to your vehicle; they are a significant upgrade, enhancing safety and performance simultaneously. Our VW Beetle disc brake conversion kit is precision-engineered, ensuring compatibility with your classic model. It's a comprehensive solution that transforms your Beetle's braking system from adequate to exceptional.

Each component in our kits meets the highest standards of quality and reliability, a testament to our commitment to excellence and your vehicle's heritage. With these conversion kits, you're not just installing new parts; you're investing in a safer, more responsive driving experience. Trust in our Volkswagen Beetle disc brake conversion kits to bring modern braking power to your classic Beetle, marrying tradition with innovation seamlessly. Make the wise choice today and feel the difference in every drive.

Converting to your VW Beetle disc brakes? On this page, you’ll find 4- and 5-lug front disc brake conversion kits for most years of the VW Beetle and VW Super Beetle. Our VW front disc brake conversion kits will help improve the safety of your VW Beetle.

We offer brake conversion kits in the 4 x130 lug pattern and the 5 x 205 pattern. Our conversion kits may include disk brake rotors, calipers, brake pads, brackets, and mounting hardware for your air-cooled VW.

Caliper Repair Kits
Hardware
Brake Pads
Seals
Fancy Aluminum (Billet) Knobs and Handles

Grommets
Brake Line Hardware
Emergency Brake Buttons
Master Cylinders
Instructions

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Conversion Kits, Front

This is the front disc system for early Beetles and Ghias.
With instructions.

Fits: 1954-65 VW Beetles and VW Karmann Ghias with Link Pin/King Pin front beam.
Will Fit Your Existing Stock Spindles Without Any Wheel Adapters

It is zero offset for 5 x 205 bolt pattern.

This disc brake kit will only work with stock style drum brake spindles.
Must have 15" wheels.
Do not use this disc system with 14" wheels.

The Front Disc Brake Kit Includes The Following:

Master Cylinder
Front Brake Rotors
Floating Calipers w/ Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
Brake Lines
Wheel Bearing & Grease Seals
Necessary Mounting Hardware

VW Beetle

$589.95

Part #: 22-2880

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Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit. With Instructions.
For 4 lug wheels with 4 x 130 lug geometry

Fits Ball Joint Front End VW Standard Beetles from 1966 through 1977
and 1966 Karmann Ghias.

Does not require spindle replacement.
The kit includes a caliper bracket that mounts to the stock height
drum brake spindle and greatly improves the stopping power.
The disc brake kit includes caliper brackets, calipers & pads,
mounting hardware and instructions.

The bolt on disc brake conversion kit will not fit with stock VW disc brake,
drop spindles or disc brake drop spindles.

Wheel studs are not included.
Must have 15" wheels on car.
Do not use this disc system with 14" wheels.

This kit will only work with stock-style, drum brake spindles.

This kit includes:
Front Brake Rotors
Brake Calipers & Pads
Caliper Mounting Brackets
Mounting Hardware & Instructions

Must use late model ball joint bearings and seals.

VW Beetle

$359.95

Part #: 22-2983

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Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit. With instructions.
For 5 lug 5 x 205 wheel lug geometry
Zero Off-Set
For stock-style, drum brake spindles.

Fits: VW Beetles from 1966 to May 1968 and Karmann Ghias 1966

This kit will fit existing stock spindles without any wheel adapters.
Provide stopping power of disc brakes on your early Beetle or Karmann Ghia.
Please Note: This product is compatible with 15-inch wheels.
Do not use this conversion kit with 14-inch wheels.
This kit will NOT work with drop spindles, it will only work with stock-style, drum brake spindles.

VW Beetle

$639.95

Part #: 22-2885

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Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit. With instructions.
EMPI VW Super Beetle Front
For 4 bolt wheels: 4 x 130 (4 Lug Bolt On)
14x1.5mm Threads, Wheel Studs Are Not Included
With instructions.

Fits: VW Super Beetle 1971-79

Cars must have 15" wheels.
Do not use this disc system with 14" wheels.

This product requires part number 22-2851 Bearing & Seal Kit for Installation.
This is listed below under "Hardware."

This Front Disc Brake Kit includes the following:

Disc Brake Rotors
Calipers
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
Necessary Mounting Hardware
Mounting Brackets

A Large Bore Master Cylinder should be used if converting to 4 wheel disc brakes.

VW Beetle

$319.95

Part #: 22-2855

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Drop Spindle Front 5x205 Wide 5 Disc Brake Conversion Kit, Beetle & Ghia 1954-65

Must have 15" wheels.
Do not use this disc system with 14" wheels.

This kit includes the following:

Disc Brake 2.5" Drop Spindles
5x205 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 12x1.5 Threads
5x130 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 14x1.5 Threads (Porsche pattern)
Brake Calipers & Pads
Brake Hoses
Bearings & Seals
Mounting Hardware & Instructions

"Stock drum brakes are adequate enough for a stock VW if all the components are in good working order. As soon as any performance modifications are made to your VW, the original brakes should be upgraded to suit. Virtually no modern cars use drum brakes, least of all on the front of the car where most of the braking power is. Updating the brakes on your VW should be considered mandatory for any car that is driven regularly. The Standard Beetle or Karmann Ghia drop spindle front disc brake kit lowers the front suspension 2.5" while maintaining the factory ride and steering which is a plus for those looking to drop the front end a bit over stock."

EMPI's 2.5 inch drop spindle front disc brake kit is double-drilled 5x205 (wide-5) and 5x130 (Porsche pattern) and fits Link Pin front end Beetles and Karmann Ghias from 1954 through 1965. This disc brake kit will give your classic VW the stopping power of modern brake technology. The disc brake kit includes new 2.5" drop spindles, front rotors, calipers & pads, brake hoses, bearings & seals, mounting hardware and instructions. Pressing out the original link and king pins is necessary when installing new link pin spindles. Replacement king pins and link pins are available in the options above along with disc brake kit specific grease caps. Note that the front track width will be increased by about 5/8" over stock. Meaning the wheels will sit out 5/16" farther per side than stock.

VW Beetle

$649.00

Part #: 22-2925

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Disc Brake Conversion Kit - Front - Drop Spindles - 5x205 - 1966-77 Beetle - 1966-77 Ghia

2.5" Drop Disc Brake Spindles
Factory Ride & Steering Geometry
5x205 Wide 5 Lug Pattern
5/8" Wider Track Width

This 2.5" inch drop spindle front disc brake kit from EMPI is double-drilled for both the stock VW 5x205 (wide-5) and 5x130 (Porsche pattern). It fits standard Beetle with a ball joint from end and Karmann Ghias from 1966 through 1977. This disc brake kit will give your classic VW improved stopping power using disc brakes vs. the stock drum brakes. The disc brake kit includes new 2.5" drop spindles, front rotors, calipers & pads, brake hoses, bearings & seals, mounting hardware and instructions. These drop spindles are made for use with stock shocks. 1966 through May 1968 Beetles and Ghias will need late model outer tie rod ends to use this drop spindle disc brake conversion kit. The later model parts can be found in the additional options drop-down selection above. Please note that the front track width of the front end of your vehicle will be increased by about 5/8" over stock. This means the wheels will sit out 5/16" farther per side than stock.

This kit includes the following:

Disc Brake 2.5" Drop Spindles
Dual Drilled 5 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 12x1.5 Threads
- 5x205 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 12x1.5 Threads
- 5x130 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 14x1.5 Threads
Brake Calipers & Pads
Brake Hoses
Bearings & Seals
Mounting Hardware & Instructions

Low Profile Tires Required

VW Beetle

$549.95

Part #: 22-2926

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VW Bug Front Disc Brake Kit, Ball Joint Front 4 x 130 4 Lug Disc Brake Kit fits Ball Joint Front End VW Beetles With 15" Wheels from 1966 through 1977 and 1966 Karmann Ghias. This kit will replaces your stock spindles with stock VW style (modeled after 1967 and later Ghia) disc brake spindles and greatly improves the stopping power for your Vintage VW. The disc brake kit includes new spindles, front rotors, calipers & pads, mounting hardware and instructions. 1966 through May 1968 Beetles and Ghias will need late model inner bearings, wheel seals and outer tie rod ends to use this disc brake conversion kit.

VW Beetle

$469.95

Part #: 22-2850

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Conversion Kits, Rear

Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit with Parking Brake.
With Instructions.
For 5 lug 5 x 205 wheels; swing axle cars.
Bracket heavy duty forged steel.

Fits: 1958-67 Beetles and Karmann Ghias

No adaptors required if you have the 5 x 205 wheel bolt pattern.
One piece rotor design offers bolt on installation.
Upgrade a street car to rear wheel disc brakes or provide disc system to an off road car.

For 15" wheels only with swing-axle.
Do not use this conversion kit with 14" wheels.

The Rear Disc Brake Kit Includes The Following:

5 Lug VW (5 X 205) Rotors
Calipers
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
Mounting Brackets (Heavy Duty Forged)
Emergency Brake Cables
Installation Hardware & Gaskets

VW Beetle

$629.95

Part #: 22-2905F

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Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit with Parking Brake, with instructions.
For 5 lug 5 x 205 wheels with swing axle.
With steel brackets.

Fits: 1958-67 VW Beetle and 1958-67 VW Karmann Ghia

A zero offset conversion kit with parking brake.
Direct bolt on rotor for 5 lug 5 x 205 wheels and swing axle
Zero Off-Set Wide-5 Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit, With Parking Brake
Steel brackets

No need for adapters if you have early VW 5 on 205-bolt pattern.
The 1-piece rotor design of this brake kit offers a bolt on kit to upgrade
a street car to rear wheel disc brakes, or an off-road car the option to
have firm and responsive brake system without needless extra parts..

For 15" wheels only;
Do not use this brake converstion kit with 14" wheels.

The Rear Disc Brake Kit Includes The Following:

5 Lug VW (5 X 205) Rotors
Calipers
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
Mounting Brackets (Steel)
Emergency Brake Cables
Installation Hardware & Gaskets

VW Beetle

$518.95

Part #: 22-2905

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Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit with Parking Brake. With Instructions.
For 5 lug wheels with 5 x 205 geometry and swing axle
Zero offset
Note: The brackets are heavy duty forged steel.

Fits: 1968 Beetle and Ghia with Swing Axle, and 1968-72 Beetle and Ghia with I.R.S.

This is a bolt on rear disc conversion kit.
It offers rear disc braking power with emergency brake as well.
This conversionkit is for the stock 5 lug wheel (no need for adaptors if you have the 5 x 205 bolt pattern.

The 1-piece rotor design of this brake kit offers a bolt on kit to upgrade a street car
to rear wheel disc brakes, or an off-road car the option to have firm and responsive
brake system without needless extra parts.

.For 15" wheels only. Do not use this conversionn kit with 14" wheels.

The Kit Includes All Components for Both Wheels.

The Rear Disc Brake Kit Includes The Following:

5 Lug VW (5 X 205) Rotors
Calipers
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
Mounting Brackets (Heavy Duty Forged)
Emergency Brake Cables
Installation Hardware & Gaskets

VW Beetle

$559.95

Part #: 22-2906F

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Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit, with Parking Brake. With Instructions.
For 5 lug 5 x 205 wheels.

Fits: 1968 Beetle and Karmann Ghia with swing axle and
1968-1972 Beetles and Karmann Ghias with independent rear suspension.

Identical to 22-2906 but the 2906F has forged heavy duty steel brackets.

This is a zero offset conversion bolt on kit.
Works with stock 5 lug wheels; no need for adaptors if wheels have the 5 x 205 bolt pattern.
Upgrade a street car to rear disc brakes or an off road car.
One piece rotor.

Use only on 15" wheels.
This conversion kit is not for 14" wheels.

The Rear Disc Brake Kit Includes The Following:

5 Lug VW (5 X 205) Rotors
Calipers
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
Mounting Brackets (Steel)
Emergency Brake Cables
Installation Hardware & Gaskets

VW Beetle

$493.95

Part #: 22-2906

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Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit with Parking Brake. With Instructions.
Zero Off-Set for 5 lug wheels with 5 x 205 lug geometry and swing axle
Heavy duty forged steel brackets.

Fits: 1973-1977 Beetles, 1973-1979 Super Beetles and 1973-1974 Karmann Ghias

Bolt on kit offers rear disc brakes with emergency brake.
This is for the stock 5 lug wheel; no need for adaptors as long as you have the 5 x 205 bolt pattern.
One piece rotor design can upgrade a street car or an off road car.

For 15" wheels only. Do not use this conversion kit with 14 inch wheels.

The Kit Includes All Components for Both Wheels.:

5 Lug VW (5 X 205) Rotors
Calipers
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
Mounting Brackets (Heavy Duty Forged)
Emergency Brake Cables
Installation Hardware & Gaskets

VW Beetle

$659.95

Part #: 22-2907F

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Rear Disc Brake Conversion Kit with Parking Brake. With instructions.
Zero offset for 5 lug 5 x 205 bolt pattern and with swing axle.
Brackets are steel.

Fits: 1973-79 Beetle and Super Beetle and 1973-1979 Karmann Ghia with independent rear suspension.

A direct bolt on kit for rear brake conversion. Includes emergency brake.
For stock 5 lug 5 x 205 wheel. (No need for adaptors.)
Can upgrade a street car to rear wheel disc brakes, or an off-road car.

For 15" wheels only.
Do not use this conversion kit on 14" wheels.

The Rear Disc Brake Kit Includes The Following:

5 Lug VW (5 X 205) Rotors
Calipers
Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
Mounting Brackets (Steel)
Emergency Brake Cables
Installation Hardware & Gaskets

VW Beetle

$459.00

Part #: 22-2907

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Vw Bug Rear Disc Brake Kit 1973-1979, 4 Lug Vw Pattern
Deluxe Rear Disc Brake Kit With Emergency Brakes. Great For Street, Off-road And Play Cars Where Emergency Brake Provisions Are Required. Converting Your Vw I.R.S. Vehicle From Drum To Disc Brakes Is Made Simple With This Conversion Kit. Includes: Heavy Duty Cast Steel Brackets Disc Brake Rotors With 4 X 130mm Vw Lug Bolt Pattern (14mm Threads) Disc Brake Calipers With Pads Hardware & Seals Application:

Volkswagen Type 1 Bug 1973 Thru 1979 With I.R.S. Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1973 Thru 1974 With I.R.S.Note: Must Use With 15" Wheels Or Larger Use DOT3 Brake Fluid Only

VW Beetle

$576.00

Part #: 22-2871-F

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Accessories

PAIR OF STEEL WHEEL ADAPTERS FOR 4 BOLT 130MM TO 5 BOLT 205MM
3/8 INCH THICK - 12MM THREADED STUD HOLES

VW Beetle

$105.95

Part #: 9506

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Rotors

Front Brake Rotor. Can be used on either side.
Centering Ring Not Included
Brazilian.

VW Karmann Ghia 1967-74
VW Type 3 1966-mid 71
VW Beetle (Standards) 66-77 where converted to disc brakes

Front brake rotors are included with disc brake conversion kits.

VW Beetle

$72.95

Part #: 113-407-075

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Replacement Rear Disc Brake Rotor
This is a 5 x 205 wheel lug rotor

I.R.S. requires Part # 22-5281-7 Spacer

Rear disc rotors are included with rear disc brake conversion kits.
This rotor goes with the following rear disc conversion kits:
22-2905, 22-2906, 22-2907

VW Beetle

$113.95

Part #: 22-2972B

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Replacement Spacer for I.R.S. Rotor, Sold Individually

VW Beetle

$4.95

Part #: 22-5281-7

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Calipers

Brake Calipers w/Pads, Pair.
Taiwan

VW Beetle and VW Super Beetle 1966-79
VW Karmann Ghia 1966-72
VW Type 3 1966-2/71

Complete with pads - clips - springs and dual bleeder valves for mounting on
both left or right side. Always replace brake calipers in pairs.

VW Beetle

$119.95

Part #: 311-615-107/8

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Caliper Repair Kits

Brake Caliper Repair Kit
For 2 Pin ATE Caliper
Rebuilds one Brake Caliper

ATE 2 pin style calipers with 43mm pistons.
If pistons are 40mm then select 111-698-471

Note:Front disc brakes were not original except in Type 3
If your car has been retrofitted please check for brand (ATE)on caliper body.

VW Beetle

$34.95

Part #: 311-698-471

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Brake Caliper Repair Kit
ATE, 1 Pin Style
Includes O-Rings and Seals to Repair One Brake Caliper

1965-71 VW Beetle, Super Beetle with ATE, 1 Pin calipers.

If you see that caliper has pitted bores, do not repair !

VW Beetle

$23.95

Part #: 111-698-471

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Brake Caliper Repair Kit
ATE, 2 Pin Style with 40mm Pistons
Includes O-Rings and Seals to Repair One Brake Caliper

1972-79 VW Beetle, Super Beetle and 1967-74 VW Karmann Ghia with ATE, 2 Pin calipers.

If you see that caliper has pitted bores, do not repair !
Note: If your caliper has 43mm pistons order 311-698-471 repair kit.

VW Beetle

$44.95

Part #: 111-698-471A

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Hardware

Bearing and Seal Kit for Beetle and Super Beetle Disc Brakes (6 pc)

1971-1979 VW Beetle and VW Super Beetle.

VW Beetle

$32.95

Part #: 22-2851

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Front Disc Backing Plate (Shield)
One, for either side

VW Beetle 66-77 VW Karmann Ghia 66-74

For any disc brake installation in above cars.
Not for Super Beetles or with lowered spindles.

VW Beetle

$41.95

Part #: 113-405-595

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Brake Pads

Replacement brake pad set. All four.
For disc brake kits #'s: 22-2880/2885/2895

VW Beetle

$35.95

Part #: 22-2892

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Replacement brake pad set of 4.
For disc brake kits #'s: 22-2881/2855/2882/2886/2887/2923/2924/2982/2922.

VW Beetle

$33.95

Part #: 22-2890

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Replacement Brake Pads for Rear Disc Brakes with Forged Brackets. Set of 4

Works with the following kits:

22-2905-F
22-2906-F
22-2907-F

VW Beetle

$31.95

Part #: 22-2891

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Replacement Brake Pads for Rear Disc Brakes with Steel Brackets. Set of 4

Works well with the following kits:

22-2905
22-2906
22-2907

VW Beetle

$28.95

Part #: 22-2966

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Seals

Front Wheel Seal with Disc

Any Beetle with Disc Brakes
VW Karmann Ghia mid68-74 From vin# 1x8 857 240
VW Type 3 mid68-73 From vin# 3_8 189 212

VW Beetle

$2.99

Part #: 321-501-641

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Fancy Aluminum (Billet) Knobs and Handles

Grommets

Brake Line Grommet
One Grommet
Press on Brake Line to Protect Abrasion.
Sold Each.

VW Beetle and VW Super Beetle 50-79 3 required
VW Karmann Ghia 56-74 3 required
VW Bus 50-79 8 required
VW Type 3 62-73 10 required
VW Thing 73-74 3 required

VW Beetle

$1.95

Part #: 211-611-751

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Brake Line Grommets; Set of Four.

VW Beetle and VW Super Beetle 1953-79
VW Karmann Ghia 1956-74
VW Thing

VW Beetle

$7.95

Part #: 211-751

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Brake Line Hardware

Brake Line Connector (Coupler) with Mounting Hole

VW Beetle and VW Super Beetle 69-79
and VW Beetle 1968 with autotrans
VW Karmann Ghia 69-74
and Vw Karmann Ghia 68 with auto trans
VW Thing 73-74

VW Beetle

$15.95

Part #: 113-611-791

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Brake Line T-Fitting
For connecting 3 brake lines together.

All VW models, years.

VW Beetle

$9.95

Part #: 113-611-755

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Clip for Brake Line
Female End to Bracket

VW Beetle and VW Super Beetle 50-79
VW Karmann Ghia 56-74
VW Bus 50-79
VW Type 3 64-73
VW Thing 73-74

VW Beetle

$1.95

Part #: 113-611-715A

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Connector for a Pair of Brake Lines

All VWs

VW Beetle

$7.95

Part #: 411-611-789

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Emergency Brake Buttons

Emergency Brake Release Button. Black

1949-1979 VW Beetle and Super Beetle
1956-1974 VW Karmann Ghia
1950-1979 VW Bus
1973-1974 VW Thing

VW Beetle

$3.49

Part #: 113-133-BK

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Emergency Brake Release Button. Gray.

1973-74 Karmann Ghia
1949-79 VW Beetle and VW Super Beetle
1950-79 VW Bus

VW Beetle

$3.95

Part #: 113-133-GY

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Emergency Brake Release Button. Ivory

1949-1979 VW Beetle and Super Beetle
1971-74 VW Karmann Ghia
1950-1979 VW Bus
1973-1974 VW Thing

VW Beetle

$3.49

Part #: 113-133-IV

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Master Cylinders

EMPI VW Large Bore Dual Circuit Master Cylinder
Capable of supplying higher pressure; necessary for all wheel disc brakes

VW Beetle 1967-77 (Standards)
VW Karmann Ghia 1967-74

VW Beetle

$54.95

Part #: 16-9554

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EMPI VW Large Bore Dual Circuit Master Cylinder
Capable of supplying higher pressure; necessary for all wheel disc brakes

VW Super Beetle 1971-79

VW Beetle

$43.95

Part #: 17-2808

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Instructions

Instruction Manual: 18 page, 8 1/2 x 11 thoroughly illustrated and instructive guide to all aspects of caliper and disc brake work, including operation, removing and installing brake pads and brake calipers, repairing existing calipers (covering their disassembly, reconditioning and reassembly.); removing and installing discs and shields, checking run out, plus bleeding and adjusting brake system.

VW Beetle

$4.95

Part #: INSTR-DISCBRAKES

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Important Information

Many restorers are switching over to VW disc brakes through our VW disc brake conversion kits. Disc brakes are far superior to the original VW drum brakes, which is why so many manufacturers have switched over to them. Installing disc brakes on your VW Bug will make your vehicle safer, as the disc brake design reduces the chances of overheating and fading that is more likely to happen with a brake drum system.

If you have made changes to your Beetle, such as increasing the horsepower or the size of the wheels, or if your original VW brakes aren’t working efficiently you may need to convert to the disc brake system.

Converting to VW disc brakes? On this page, you’ll find 4- and 5-lug front disc brake conversion kits for most years of the VW Bug. Our VW front disc brake conversion kits will help improve the safety of your VW Beetle.

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