EMPI 2-1/2" Drop Spindles, Ball Joint Front, Drum Brake — VW Beetle 1966–1977 | EMPI #22-2859-0
Fits: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, Beetle
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Lower your ball joint Bug 2-1/2 inches while keeping the original drum brakes. These CNC-forged EMPI drop spindles are brand new — not remanufactured — and restore correct front steering geometry. Zero offset design keeps the front track width stock. Sold as a pair.
- Drop: 2.5 inches
- CNC machined, forged, brand new
- Zero offset — maintains stock front track width
- Designed for drum brake applications only
- Works with stock shocks
- Sold as a pair
- Requires smaller diameter tires — stock-size tires may rub
Installation notes: 1966–May 1968 models require 1969-and-later outer tie rod ends, inner wheel bearings, and wheel seals. NOT compatible with Super Beetle (1302/1303) MacPherson strut models.
Fitment: 1966–1977 VW Type 1 Beetle (standard, NOT Super Beetle) and 1966–1974 Karmann Ghia with ball joint front suspension.
