{"product_id":"empi-gt-8-wheel-set-of-4-15x5-5-4x130-vw","title":"EMPI GT-8 Wheel Set of 4 — 15x5.5, VW 4x130 | 1968+ Beetle, Super Beetle, Ghia \u0026 Type 3 (00-9682\/83\/84\/85)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI GT-8 Wheel Set of 4 — 15x5.5, VW 4x130 Bolt Pattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a set of four EMPI GT-8 eight-spoke cast aluminum wheels, 15x5.5 with the VW 4x130 (4-lug) bolt pattern, +30mm offset and 4-3\/8 in backspacing. They fit the 1968-and-later Beetle and Super Beetle, the 1967–1974 Karmann Ghia and the 1966–1973 Type 3. All four wheels are the same size and finish. Lug bolts are not included unless you add them in the Mounting Hardware option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart numbers:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 00-9682-0 \/ 0096820 (gloss black, polished lip) · 00-9683-0 \/ 0096830 (chrome) · 00-9684-0 \/ 0096840 (polished) · 00-9685-0 \/ 0096850 (silver, polished lip). Our set SKUs are SET4-[part number].\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eChoose your set\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSet option\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWheels in the set\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize \/ offset\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGloss Black\/Polished Lip — $783.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 × 00-9682-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15x5.5, ET+30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGloss black, polished lip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChrome — $1,537.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 × 00-9683-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15x5.5, ET+30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished — $1,224.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 × 00-9684-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15x5.5, ET+30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver\/Polished Lip — $737.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 × 00-9685-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15x5.5, ET+30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver, polished lip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GT-8 is EMPI's eight-spoke street wheel. It has a classic multi-spoke look and adds a little width over the stock 4.5 in steel wheel. Buying all four together costs 10% less than EMPI list for four singles, and freight is built into the price, so the set ships free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Beetle and Super Beetle (4-lug)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMPI lists Type 1 from 08\/67 on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1967–1974\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Karmann Ghia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-lug cars only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1966–1973\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Type 3 (Notchback, Squareback, Fastback)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-lug cars only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968–1971\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-lug VW-based buggies and Baja Bugs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4x130 pan or drums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1967 and earlier Beetle, 1966 and earlier Ghia, 1965 and earlier Type 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThese use the 5x205 (wide-five) pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAny VW Bus (1950–1970 5x205; 1971–1979 5x112) or VW Thing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifferent bolt pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5x130 (Porsche-pattern) disc conversions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifferent bolt pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 x 5.5 in, all four wheels (square set)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4x130mm (VW 4-lug)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffset \/ backspacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eET +30mm \/ 4-3\/8 in backspacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCenter bore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published by EMPI. Measure your hub, or ask us before ordering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLug seat and thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60° conical seat; M14x1.5 lug bolts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 × M14x1.5 60° chrome lug bolts (KIT16-00-9712-0), + $89.95 in the Mounting Hardware option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMPI lists 14.5 lb per wheel (chrome: 15 lb). Set ships at about 63–67 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGloss black\/polished lip, chrome, polished, silver\/polished lip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended tire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon 15x5.5 choices are 165R15 (or 165\/80R15) up front and 165R15 or 185\/65R15 at the rear; confirm with your tire shop.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 wheels per set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's included \/ not included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: four EMPI GT-8 15x5.5 4x130 wheels in the finish you choose, plus 16 matching lug bolts if you choose them in the Mounting Hardware option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter caps and valve stems: EMPI's matching cap is the chrome GT-8 cap with EMPI logo (00-9708-0). We are confirming with EMPI whether a cap and valve stem come in every GT-8 box. Ask us if you need them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot included: tires, mounting and balancing, or TPMS sensors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdd mounting hardware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GT-8 needs \u003cb\u003e16 lug bolts, M14x1.5 thread, 60° conical seat\u003c\/b\u003e. Do \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e reuse the factory VW lug bolts: stock 4x130 bolts have a ball (radius) seat and will not seat correctly in a 60° cone. Pick the bolts in the \u003cb\u003eMounting Hardware\u003c\/b\u003e option above and they ship with your wheels:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMounting Hardware option\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheels only, for when you already have the correct 60° M14x1.5 bolts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+ $0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60° Chrome Lug Bolts, Set of 16 (KIT16-00-9712-0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 EMPI chrome M14x1.5 60° conical-seat lug bolts (4 × EMPI 00-9712-0), enough for all four wheels. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/empi-60-chrome-lug-bolt-kit-set-of-16-m14x1-5-for-empi-4x130-alloys-vw-beetle-1968-79-ghia-4-00-9712-0\"\u003eSee the kit\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+ $89.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor theft protection, swap one bolt per wheel for EMPI 70-2707-0 14mm 60° wheel locks (set of 4 with key).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy it matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wrong lug seat is the most common mistake people make when fitting aftermarket VW wheels. A ball-seat bolt in a cone-seat hole only touches the wheel on a thin ring, so it can work loose. The GT-8 uses 60° cone seats, so order the right bolts with the wheels. The +30mm offset keeps the 5.5 in rim close to stock positioning on a 4-lug car, but check the fender lip on lowered cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstall notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest-fit each wheel on the car before the tires are mounted. Check brake drum or caliper clearance and lug bolt thread engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten in a star pattern to your vehicle manufacturer's torque spec. Re-check the torque after the first 50 miles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheels with tires mounted cannot be returned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill EMPI GT-8 wheels fit a 1967 VW Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No. The 1967 Beetle uses the 5x205 wide-five pattern. The GT-8 is 4x130 and fits 1968-and-later Beetles and Super Beetles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo these wheels come with lug bolts?\u003c\/b\u003e Not by default — choose \"60° Chrome Lug Bolts, Set of 16 (KIT16-00-9712-0)\" in the Mounting Hardware option (+$89.95) and you get all 16 M14x1.5 60° conical-seat bolts (4 × EMPI 00-9712-0) with your wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat lug bolts do GT-8 wheels need?\u003c\/b\u003e Sixteen M14x1.5 lug bolts with a 60° conical seat, such as four packs of EMPI 00-9712-0. Factory ball-seat bolts are the wrong seat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is the offset and backspacing of the EMPI GT-8?\u003c\/b\u003e ET +30mm with 4-3\/8 in backspacing on all four finishes, 15x5.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs the price for one wheel or four?\u003c\/b\u003e The price is for a set of four matching wheels. It is 10% below EMPI list for four singles, and shipping is free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I get a staggered GT-8 set?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI makes the 4x130 GT-8 in 15x5.5 only, so every set is square, with the same width front and rear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes the GT-8 fit a VW Bus or Thing?\u003c\/b\u003e No. Buses use 5x205 (1950–1970) or 5x112 (1971–1979), and the Thing uses 5x205.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eRelated\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wheels\"\u003eAll wheels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/empi-gt-8-wheel-8-spoke-air-cooled-vw\"\u003eEMPI GT-8 single wheels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/products\/empi-60-chrome-lug-bolt-kit-set-of-16-m14x1-5-for-empi-4x130-alloys-vw-beetle-1968-79-ghia-4-00-9712-0\"\u003eEMPI 60° Lug Bolt Kit, Set of 16\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAir-cooled VW parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Gloss Black\/Polished Lip 15x5.5 (4× 00-9682-0) \/ No Hardware","offer_id":66941937090675,"sku":"SET4-00-9682-0","price":783.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chrome 15x5.5 (4× 00-9683-0) \/ No Hardware","offer_id":66941937123443,"sku":"SET4-00-9683-0","price":1537.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished 15x5.5 (4× 00-9684-0) \/ No Hardware","offer_id":66941937156211,"sku":"SET4-00-9684-0","price":1224.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver\/Polished Lip 15x5.5 (4× 00-9685-0) \/ No Hardware","offer_id":66941937188979,"sku":"SET4-00-9685-0","price":737.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gloss Black\/Polished Lip 15x5.5 (4× 00-9682-0) \/ 60° Chrome Lug Bolts, Set of 16 (KIT16-00-9712-0)","offer_id":66941947183219,"sku":"SET4-00-9682-0-KIT16-00-9712-0","price":873.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chrome 15x5.5 (4× 00-9683-0) \/ 60° Chrome Lug Bolts, Set of 16 (KIT16-00-9712-0)","offer_id":66941947215987,"sku":"SET4-00-9683-0-KIT16-00-9712-0","price":1627.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Polished 15x5.5 (4× 00-9684-0) \/ 60° Chrome Lug Bolts, Set of 16 (KIT16-00-9712-0)","offer_id":66941947248755,"sku":"SET4-00-9684-0-KIT16-00-9712-0","price":1314.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver\/Polished Lip 15x5.5 (4× 00-9685-0) \/ 60° Chrome Lug Bolts, Set of 16 (KIT16-00-9712-0)","offer_id":66941947281523,"sku":"SET4-00-9685-0-KIT16-00-9712-0","price":827.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9682-0_7707e918-fc54-4587-94b7-6b23745ee822.jpg?v=1792475193","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-gt-8-wheel-set-of-4-15x5-5-4x130-vw","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}