{"product_id":"empi-forged-drop-spindle-front-disc-brake-kit-link-pin-2-5-drop-5x130-5x4-75-vw-beetle-ghia-1954-1965-22-2882-0","title":"EMPI Forged Drop Spindle Front Disc Brake Kit — Link Pin, 2.5\" Drop, 5x130 \u0026 5x4.75 | VW Beetle 1954–1965 \u0026 Karmann Ghia 1955–1965 (22-2882-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Forged Drop Spindle Front Disc Brake Kit — Link Pin, 2.5\" Drop, 5x130 (22-2882-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant an early link-pin Bug lower and stopping better, and on 5-lug Porsche or Chevy-pattern wheels? Doing that in pieces means sourcing spindles, rotors and calipers that may not match. EMPI \u003cb\u003e22-2882-0\u003c\/b\u003e does it in one kit: forged 2.5\" drop spindles with the disc brakes already matched to them, and rotors drilled for both \u003cb\u003e5x130\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003e5x4.75\"\u003c\/b\u003e.\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\u003e2.5\" drop and discs in one job:\u003c\/b\u003e forged drop spindles replace the stock link-pin spindles, so the beam, torsion leaves and shock travel stay stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual-drilled rotors:\u003c\/b\u003e 5x130 mm (14 x 1.5 mm threads) and 5x4.75\" (12 mm threads) in the same rotor, so you can run Porsche-pattern or Chevy-pattern wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete front kit:\u003c\/b\u003e rotors, calipers and pads, 2.5\" forged drop spindles, wheel bearings and grease seals, OE-style hoses, dust caps, hardware and instructions (EMPI list).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServiceable:\u003c\/b\u003e replacement pads are stock EMPI 22-2890-0, or 22-2992-0 premium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis kit fits the front of link-pin VW Beetles 1954–1965 and Karmann Ghias 1955–1965, with 5x130 or 5x4.75\" wheels of 15\" or larger.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCONFIRMED (EMPI):\u003c\/b\u003e 1954–1965 VW Beetle and 1955–1965 Karmann Ghia, front, 5x130 and 5x4.75\" lug patterns, 2.5\" drop spindles included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eREQUIRES:\u003c\/b\u003e 15\" or larger wheels, wheel studs (not included), and new king and link pins (the old ones come out to swap the spindles).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/b\u003e the spindles are offset 1\/4\", which widens the front track about 5\/8\" in total. Low-profile tires (135R15 or 145R15) are recommended by dealers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDOES NOT FIT:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966-on ball-joint front ends, Super Beetle, or Wide-5 5x205 wheels (see 22-2880-0 or 22-2925-0).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNOT CONFIRMED:\u003c\/b\u003e Porsche 356, dune buggies and kit cars on link-pin beams, and narrowed beams. Ask before ordering.\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 EMPI 22-2882-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Front disc brake kit with forged 2.5\" drop spindles, link pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLug Pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e Dual-drilled 5x130 mm (14 x 1.5 mm) and 5x4.75\" (12 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpindle Offset:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/4\" (about +5\/8\" total track)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheel Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 15\" minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReplacement Pads:\u003c\/b\u003e 22-2890-0 (premium 22-2992-0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheel Studs:\u003c\/b\u003e Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Kit (both front wheels)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924362466\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/b\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 59.25 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 13 x 13 x 22 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrakes and steering are safety-critical. If you have not rebuilt a link-pin front end before, have a trained mechanic do the job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress out the king and link pins, fit the new spindles with fresh pins and bushings, and ream or hone the bushings to the pin as the factory manual describes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean every brake surface and put disc-brake grease on the pad backs and caliper contact points. Use DOT 3 fluid and route the hoses so they cannot rub at full lock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet a front-end alignment, then check tire clearance at full lock and full compression before driving.\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\u003eDoes this fit a 1964 VW Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. It fits 1954–1965 link-pin (king-pin) Beetles and 1955–1965 Karmann Ghias, and it replaces your spindles, so the original spindle type does not matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat wheels does it take?\u003c\/b\u003e 5-lug wheels on 5x130 (Porsche) or 5x4.75 in (Chevy), 15 inches or larger. The rotors are dual-drilled for both patterns. Wheel studs are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow much does it lower the car?\u003c\/b\u003e 2.5 inches at the front, from the forged drop spindles, while keeping stock beam geometry and shock travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it change the track width?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, slightly. The spindles are offset 1\/4 in, which widens the front track by about 5\/8 in in total. Dealers recommend low-profile tires such as 135R15 or 145R15.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need anything else?\u003c\/b\u003e The spindle swap means the king pins and link pins come out, so plan on a link and king pin rebuild kit. The stock master cylinder is fine for front discs only; go large-bore if you also convert the rear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 22-2882-0 (short number 2882). Replacement pads are EMPI 22-2890-0 (premium 22-2992-0). UPC 707924362466.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/b\u003e Ground parcel, about 59.25 lb in a 13 x 13 x 22 in carton. It is not hazmat. It is heavy, so allow ground transit time. It is set up as backorder-OK: if it is not on our shelf, we order it from EMPI and ship when it arrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre you an authorized EMPI dealer?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer (account on file), and this is a genuine EMPI-catalog part shipped in the manufacturer's packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoing the pins at the same time? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vw-link-king-pin-rebuild-kit-complete-front-end-service-1946-1965-beetle-ghia\"\u003eEMPI Link \u0026amp; King Pin Rebuild Kit\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/front-brake-pads-empi-2-piston-caliper-22-2890-0\"\u003e22-2890-0 replacement pads\u003c\/a\u003e. Also browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/brakes\"\u003eBrakes \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle Parts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-karmann-ghia\"\u003eVW Karmann Ghia Parts\u003c\/a\u003e and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI Parts\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠ WARNING:\u003c\/b\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. 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