EMPI Wheel Adapters, Porsche 5x130 Wheel to VW 4x130 Hub — Aluminum 26.15mm, Pair | VW Beetle 1968–79 (00-9500-0)
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EMPI 00-9500-0 Wheel Adapters — 5x130 Porsche Wheel on a 4x130 VW Hub, Aluminum, Pair
Short answer: EMPI 00-9500-0 is a pair of 26.15mm aluminum adapters that let you run 5x130 Porsche-pattern wheels (Fuchs-style, 911 Alloy, Torque Star) on a 4x130 VW drum or rotor. The hub side bolts to a 1968–1979 Beetle, Super Beetle, 1967–1974 Ghia or 1966–1973 Type 3; the wheel side has M14x1.5 studs. One pair does two wheels; a car needs two pairs.
Part numbers: EMPI 00-9500-0 / 0095000 · JBugs 9500 · ISP West MB9500-0 · related bolt spec 00-9500-5 (M14x1.5, 21mm, 17mm head)
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 (5x205) VW: Beetle to 1967, Ghia to 1966, Type 3 to 1965 | Does not fit — use EMPI 00-9499-0 |
| 1950–1979 | VW Bus | Does not fit |
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Wheel side (outer face) | 5x130 Porsche pattern, M14x1.5 studs |
| Hub side (inner face) | 4x130 VW drum or rotor |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Thickness | 26.15 mm (about 1 in) per adapter |
| Sold as | Pair (2 adapters) |
| Studs supplied | 8 straight studs + 2 conversion studs per pair (per EMPI distributor listing) |
| Hub attachment | 3 M14x1.5 ball-seat VW lug bolts per adapter (not included) |
| Weight | 5.65 lb per pair |
What's Included
- 2 aluminum adapters
- Wheel studs for the 5x130 face (8 straight + 2 conversion studs per pair, per EMPI distributor listing)
Not Included
- Hub bolts: 3 per adapter, M14x1.5 ball seat (EMPI 70-2863-0, 17mm head, matches EMPI's 00-9500-5 spec)
- Wheel nuts: M14x1.5 nuts that match your wheel's seat (ball seat for most 5x130 Porsche-style wheels, e.g. EMPI 70-2860-0)
- Our complete kit KIT-4L-5X130 includes both pairs, the hub bolts and the wheel nuts
Why It Matters
The 4x130 to 5x130 swap is the classic way to put Fuchs-style wheels on a late Beetle without changing drums or rotors. Direction matters: this adapter is wheel 5x130, hub 4x130. Its 1-inch thickness also pushes each wheel out about an inch per side, so check tire clearance in the fenders, especially with wider rears.
Install Notes
- Clean the drum/rotor face; the adapter must sit flat.
- Bolt each adapter to the hub with three M14x1.5 ball-seat bolts (17mm head) plus the conversion stud, per EMPI's distributor instructions.
- Torque the hub bolts to your vehicle's factory wheel-bolt spec before mounting the wheel.
- Mount the wheel with M14x1.5 nuts matching the wheel seat; re-check all torque after 50 miles.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does EMPI 00-9500-0 do? It lets a 5x130 Porsche-pattern wheel bolt onto a 4x130 VW Beetle, Ghia or Type 3 hub. The wheel side is 5x130 with M14x1.5 studs; the hub side is 4x130.
- How many do I need for a whole car? Two pairs. Each 00-9500-0 is a pair for two wheels.
- What hardware do I need besides the adapters? Three M14x1.5 ball-seat lug bolts per adapter to hold it to the hub (12 for a car) and 20 M14x1.5 wheel nuts that match your wheel's seat. Our KIT-4L-5X130 includes everything.
- How thick are they? 26.15 mm, about 1 inch, per adapter. Your wheels move out by that much.
- Will this fit a 1967 Beetle? No. The 1967 Beetle is 5x205. Use EMPI 00-9499-0 for wide-five cars. (A 1967 Karmann Ghia is 4x130 and does take this adapter.)
- 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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