{"product_id":"empi-forged-ball-joint-spindles-disc-brake-vw-beetle-1966-1974-22-2952-0","title":"EMPI Forged Ball Joint Spindles, Left \u0026 Right, Disc Brake — VW Beetle 1966–1974 | EMPI #22-2952-0","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty forged replacement ball joint spindles for VW Bugs and Ghias, precision ground for smooth bearing fitment. Designed for disc brake setups — a solid upgrade over stock units for Baja bugs, dune buggies, sand rails, or any ball-joint-front car getting a disc brake conversion. Accepts standard 1968-and-later wheel bearings and seals. Driver's side spindle is pre-drilled for a speedometer cable. Sold as a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged steel, precision ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up for disc brakes (not drum brake)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver's side spindle drilled for speedometer cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccept 1968-on inner bearings, outer bearings, and grease seals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 14.25 lb (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 8.5 x 8.5 x 8.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as a pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequired parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Must use 1968-on inner bearings (311-405-625B), outer bearings (311-405-645), and grease seals (311-405-641) — even on 1966-1967 cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1966–1974 VW Type 1 Beetle (standard), 1966–1974 Karmann Ghia, 1973–1974 VW Thing (Type 181, requires Beetle-style tie rod ends). Also fits dune buggies, woods buggies, and sand rails using a 1966-and-later VW ball joint front beam. NOT for king\/link pin beams; NOT for Super Beetle (1302\/1303) MacPherson strut front ends.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67150053736563,"sku":"22-2952-0","price":174.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/22-2952-0.jpg?v=1794282338","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-forged-ball-joint-spindles-disc-brake-vw-beetle-1966-1974-22-2952-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}