{"product_id":"empi-hd-16-1-4-axle-kit-vw-type-1-ghia-thing-w-type-2-cv-conversion-pn-16-2240-0","title":"EMPI HD 16 1\/4\" Axle Kit | VW Type 1, Ghia \u0026 Thing w\/ Type 2 CV Conversion | 4340 Chromoly (16-2240-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Heavy-Duty 16 1\/4\" Axle Kit — VW Type 1, Ghia \u0026amp; Thing w\/ Type 2 CV Conversion | 4340 Chromoly (16-2240-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen your performance build outgrows stock 90mm Beetle CV joints, the \u003cb\u003eEMPI 16-2240-0 Axle Kit\u003c\/b\u003e provides the strength you need. It features \u003cb\u003e16 1\/4\" 4340 chromoly axles\u003c\/b\u003e and upgraded \u003cb\u003e100mm Type 2 (Bus) CV joints\u003c\/b\u003e for superior torque capacity and greater angularity on lowered or lifted off-road applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a complete, un-assembled high-performance solution, this kit takes the guesswork out of your IRS conversion — whether you're building a high-horsepower street Ghia or a rugged Baja Bug that stock axles simply can't survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Type 1, IRS):\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing (Type 181):\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI is one of the most established names in air-cooled Volkswagen driveline and off-road performance parts. These chromoly race axles and 100mm CV joints are engineered to handle abuse that stock components can't.\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\u003e(2) 16 1\/4\" 4340 Chromoly Axles (33-Spline):\u003c\/b\u003e High-strength race axles for increased torque capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e(4) Type 2 (100mm) High-Performance CV Joints:\u003c\/b\u003e Greater strength and angularity than stock 90mm joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e(4) Heavy-Duty Boots \u0026amp; Boot Flanges:\u003c\/b\u003e Built to withstand off-road demands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e(24) 8mm CV Joint Bolts:\u003c\/b\u003e Complete hardware for both joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSnap Rings, Grease, and Ties:\u003c\/b\u003e Everything needed to complete the assembly.\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\u003eAxle Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 16 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAxle Material:\u003c\/b\u003e 4340 Chromoly, 33-spline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCV Joints:\u003c\/b\u003e 100mm Type 2 (Bus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Type 1 IRS suspension widths with Type 2 CV joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Complete un-assembled kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 16-2240-0\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 bolt onto a stock 90mm CV setup?\u003c\/b\u003e No. It uses 100mm Type 2 CV joints, so proper conversion stub axles and drive flanges are required on vehicles originally equipped with Type 1 (90mm) CVs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat axles are included?\u003c\/b\u003e Two 16 1\/4\" 4340 chromoly, 33-spline axles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs the kit pre-assembled?\u003c\/b\u003e No. It is supplied as a complete un-assembled kit.\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\u003eComplete your IRS build with related parts: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/axles\"\u003eAxles\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/transaxle-components\"\u003eTransaxle Components\u003c\/a\u003e, and shop everything for your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44482585722995,"sku":null,"price":895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/16-2235-0-500x463.jpg?v=1774575804","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-hd-16-1-4-axle-kit-vw-type-1-ghia-thing-w-type-2-cv-conversion-pn-16-2240-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}