EMPI King Pin Spindle Nut — Left Hand Thread for VW Beetle & Ghia 1949–1965

This EMPI king pin spindle nut secures the front wheel bearings and brake drum to the spindle on pre-1966 king pin front end VW Beetles and Karmann Ghias. It uses a left-hand thread — turning clockwise to loosen — which is easy to mix up during service. Replacing a worn or chewed nut during any front end rebuild ensures proper bearing retention and prevents dangerous wheel play.

Made from high-tensile steel. A straightforward but critical hardware item for any king pin front end restoration or service.

Key Features

• Left-hand thread — turn clockwise to loosen, counterclockwise to tighten
• High-tensile steel construction
• OEM-spec replacement for king pin spindles
• Compatible with VW OEM part number 111-405-671
• Sold individually

Fitment

• VW Beetle (Type 1): 1949–1965 (king pin front end only)
• VW Karmann Ghia: 1956–1965 (king pin front end only)
• VW Type 3: 1962–1965 (king pin front end only)
• Not compatible with 1966 and later ball joint spindles

Important Note

This nut is for king pin spindles only. If your Beetle or Ghia has a ball joint front end (1966 and later), you need a different spindle nut. When setting bearing preload, use a new locking tab on reassembly.