EMPI Wheel Adapters, Chevy 5x4.75 Wheel to VW 4x130 Hub — Aluminum 22.35mm, Pair | VW Beetle 1968–79 (00-9504-0)
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EMPI 00-9504-0 Wheel Adapters — Chevy 5x4.75 Wheels on a 4-Lug VW Hub, Aluminum, Pair
Short answer: EMPI 00-9504-0 is a pair of 22.35 mm aluminum adapters that mount Chevy 5x4.75 in wheels on a 4x130 VW drum or rotor. The adapter bolts to the 4-lug hub; the Chevy wheel mounts to the adapter. EMPI lists it for 1968–1979 Beetle, 1966–1973 Type 3, 1967–1974 Ghia and Baja. Replacement studs are 00-9588-0 (standard) and 00-9580-0 (offset).
Part numbers: EMPI 00-9504-0 / 0095040
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1968–1979 | VW Beetle (4x130) | Fits |
| 1971–1979 | VW Super Beetle | Fits |
| 1967–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia (4x130) | Fits (four-lug from the 1967 model year) |
| 1966–1973 | VW Type 3 (4x130) | Fits |
| 1968–1979 | Dune buggy / Baja on 4x130 drums or rotors | Fits |
| 1949–1967 | Wide-five VW: Beetle to 1967, Ghia to 1966, Type 3 to 1965 | Does not fit — use 00-9502-0 |
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Wheel side (outer face) | 5x4.75 in (Chevy) |
| Hub side (inner face) | 4x130 VW drum or rotor |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Thickness | 22.35 mm |
| Sold as | Pair (2 adapters) |
| Weight | 4.7 lb per pair |
| Replacement studs | 00-9588-0 standard, 00-9580-0 offset (EMPI) |
What's Included
- 2 adapters
Not Included
- Hub-side bolts and wheel-side lug hardware: not stated by EMPI; confirming with EMPI. Ask us before ordering and we will quote the exact hardware.
- Wheels
Why It Matters
It is the 4-lug counterpart of EMPI's Chevy-to-wide-five adapter, used on Bajas and street Beetles running American-pattern wheels. Direction: wheel 5x4.75 Chevy, hub 4x130 VW. EMPI sells replacement studs for it: a standard stud (00-9588-0) and an offset stud (00-9580-0).
Install Notes
- Clean the hub face so the adapter sits flat.
- Torque hub-side and wheel-side hardware to the vehicle's factory wheel spec; re-check after 50 miles.
- Check brake, suspension and fender clearance before driving; adapters move the wheel outward.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does EMPI 00-9504-0 do? It lets Chevy 5x4.75 in wheels bolt to a 4x130 VW Beetle, Ghia or Type 3 hub.
- Which side is the wheel side? The Chevy 5x4.75 face; the adapter bolts to the 4x130 hub.
- Can I get replacement studs? Yes. EMPI lists 00-9588-0 (standard stud) and 00-9580-0 (offset stud) for this adapter; ask us to order them.
- How thick is it? 22.35 mm.
- Are you an authorized EMPI dealer? Yes. Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer, so this is genuine EMPI hardware shipped from our Orange, California shop.
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