{"product_id":"empi-febi-link-pin-repair-kit-porsche-356-vw-beetle-karmann-ghia-1949-1965-22-3016-0","title":"EMPI\/Febi Link Pin Repair Kit | VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia \u0026 Porsche 356 1949–1965 | Complete 4-Pin Front End Rebuild (22-3016-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI\/Febi Link Pin Repair Kit — Complete Front End Rebuild (22-3016-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eEMPI\/Febi Link Pin Repair Kit\u003c\/b\u003e is the complete front-end refresh package for early Porsche 356, VW Beetle, and Karmann Ghia link-pin chassis. If your car wanders, clunks over bumps, or shows uneven tire wear, the link pins and bushings are almost certainly worn — and replacing them transforms how the car drives. This kit includes everything needed to rebuild \u003cb\u003eall four front pins\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePorsche 356:\u003c\/b\u003e 1950–1963 (pre-A, A, B early)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/b\u003e 1949–1965 — link-pin front end only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1956–1965 — link-pin front end only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e NOT for 1966+ ball-joint chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Febi?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery kit is manufactured by \u003cb\u003eFebi\u003c\/b\u003e, a German OE-quality supplier, so the pins, bushings, and shims meet the fit and durability standards expected for a proper link-pin front-end rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete set:\u003c\/b\u003e Rebuilds both sides — all four front corners in one kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes 4 link pins:\u003c\/b\u003e Fresh pins to eliminate steering wander and front-end play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes 4 bushings:\u003c\/b\u003e Restores proper location and articulation of the link-pin front beam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes 32 shims:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides the adjustment range needed to dial in caster and camber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGerman OE quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Febi manufacture for reliable fit and long service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 22-3016-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOE Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e 111-498-051-AGR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Complete set (rebuilds all four corners)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Febi (German OE-quality supplier)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill this fit a 1966 or newer Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No. This kit is for link-pin front ends only; 1966+ cars use a ball-joint front chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow many corners does the kit rebuild?\u003c\/b\u003e All four — the kit includes 4 link pins, 4 bushings, and 32 shims to rebuild both sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow do I know my link pins are worn?\u003c\/b\u003e Common signs include steering wander or vague on-center feel, a clunk or knock over bumps, uneven inner\/outer tire wear despite proper alignment, inability to dial in caster\/camber, and visible play when shaking the front wheel at the 12\/6 position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront beam should be properly aligned and torqued to spec after install. A factory service manual is highly recommended for any 356 owner doing this work. Doing the link pins is also a great time to refresh the king pins (EMPI 22-3015-0).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefreshing your front end? Browse more parts for the job: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering\u003c\/a\u003e, and vehicle-specific parts for the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/porsche-356\"\u003ePorsche 356\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44997543264371,"sku":"22-3016-0","price":139.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/22-3016-0_3-scaled.jpg?v=1778909947","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-febi-link-pin-repair-kit-porsche-356-vw-beetle-karmann-ghia-1949-1965-22-3016-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}