EMPI Wheel Lock Bolts, M14x1.5 Ball Seat, Set of 4 with Key | VW Beetle 1968–79, Ghia, Type 3 Steel Wheels (70-2701-0)
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EMPI 70-2701-0 Wheel Lock Bolts — M14x1.5 Ball Seat, Set of 4
Short answer: EMPI 70-2701-0 is a set of four M14x1.5 ball-seat wheel lock bolts with a security key, for factory-style 4x130 steel wheels on 1968–1979 Beetles and Super Beetles, 1967–1974 Ghias and 1966–1973 Type 3s. The VW bolt-type design has a 28 mm threaded length. Use one per wheel in place of a standard bolt.
Part numbers: EMPI 70-2701-0 / 7027010
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 |
| All | EMPI 60° alloy wheels (4x130) | Does not fit — use 70-2707-0 (14mm 60°) |
| All | 5x130 911-style alloys | Use 70-2708-0 (14mm ball seat for 911 alloys) |
| 1949–1967 | Wide-five VW (M12): Beetle to 1967, Ghia to 1966, Type 3 to 1965 | Does not fit — use 70-2700-0 |
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Thread | M14 x 1.5 |
| Seat | Ball (radius) |
| Threaded length | 28 mm |
| Quantity | 4 lock bolts + key |
| Weight | 0.98 lb |
What's Included
- 4 locking lug bolts
- Security key
Not Included
- Standard lug bolts for the other holes
Why It Matters
Stock 4-lug VW steel wheels use a ball seat, and a lock bolt must match it exactly. EMPI's 70-2701-0 keeps the factory seat and thread while protecting each wheel. For EMPI alloys use the 60° version, 70-2707-0, which we also stock.
Install Notes
- One lock bolt per wheel.
- Hand-start, then torque to your factory wheel-bolt spec.
- Keep the key with the jack and spare.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which EMPI wheel lock fits stock 4-lug VW steel wheels? 70-2701-0: M14x1.5 ball seat, set of 4 with key.
- Will it fit EMPI alloy wheels? No. EMPI alloys are 60° seat; use 70-2707-0.
- How long is the thread? EMPI lists a 28 mm threaded area.
- Does it come with a key? Yes, a security key is included.
- 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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