EMPI Wheel Adapters, Chevy 5x4.75 Wheel to VW 5x205 Hub — Steel 26.55mm, Pair | VW Beetle 1949–67 (00-9502-0)
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EMPI 00-9502-0 Wheel Adapters — Chevy 5x4.75 Wheels on a VW Wide-Five Hub, Pair
Short answer: EMPI 00-9502-0 is a pair of 26.55 mm steel adapters that mount Chevy 5x4.75 in (5x120.65 mm) wheels on a VW wide-five 5x205 drum. The adapter bolts to the 5x205 hub and the Chevy wheel mounts to the adapter. It suits 1949–1967 Beetles, 1956–1966 Ghias, 1961–1965 Type 3s, Things and buggies running hot-rod or Rally-style wheels. Sold as a pair.
Part numbers: EMPI 00-9502-0 / 0095020
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1949–1967 | VW Beetle (5x205) | Fits |
| 1956–1966 | VW Karmann Ghia (5x205) | Fits. The 1967 Ghia is 4x130. |
| 1961–1965 | VW Type 3 (5x205) | Fits |
| 1973–1974 | VW Thing (181) | Fits |
| 1950–1970 | VW Bus (5x205) | Not listed by EMPI; confirm |
| 1966–1979 | 4-lug (4x130) VW: Beetle 1968+, Ghia 1967+, Type 3 1966+ | Does not fit — use 00-9504-0 |
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Wheel side (outer face) | 5x4.75 in (Chevy) |
| Hub side (inner face) | 5x205 VW wide-five drum |
| Material | Steel |
| Thickness | 26.55 mm (about 1 in) |
| Sold as | Pair (2 adapters) |
| Weight | 5.4 lb per pair |
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
This is the classic hot-rod and buggy adapter: it opens up the huge selection of Chevy-pattern wheels for a wide-five VW. Direction: wheel 5x4.75 Chevy, hub 5x205 VW. At about 1 inch thick it widens track noticeably, so check fender and steering clearance.
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 00-9502-0 do? It lets Chevy 5x4.75 in pattern wheels bolt onto a 5x205 wide-five VW drum.
- Which side is the wheel side? The Chevy 5x4.75 face; the adapter bolts to the VW 5x205 hub.
- Does it fit a 4-lug VW? No. For 4x130 cars use EMPI 00-9504-0.
- How thick is it? 26.55 mm, about 1 inch, so the wheel moves out that much.
- 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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Wheels, VW 5x205 wheels, Hardware, Wheel adapters, Air-Cooled VW
Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.
Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: 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 www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
