EMPI Wheel Locks, M12x1.5 — Ball Seat Lock Bolts or Mag/Acorn Lock Nuts | VW Beetle 1949–67 5x205 (70-2700-0)
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EMPI M12x1.5 Wheel Locks — Ball Seat Bolts, Mag Nuts or Acorn Nuts, Set of 4
Short answer: EMPI wheel locks in M12x1.5, sold four to a set with a key. 70-2700-0 is a ball-seat lock bolt for factory-style 5x205 steel wheels on 1949–1967 Beetles, 1956–1966 Ghias and 1961–1965 Type 3s. 70-2702-0 (mag, shank-style) and 70-2705-0 (acorn) are lock nuts for wheels converted to M12x1.5 studs. Use one lock per wheel in place of one bolt or nut.
Part numbers: EMPI 70-2700-0 / 7027000 · 70-2702-0 / 7027020 · 70-2705-0 / 7027050
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1949–1967 | VW Beetle (5x205) | Fits |
| 1956–1966 | VW Karmann Ghia (5x205) | Fits. The 1967 Ghia is 4x130 (M14). |
| 1961–1965 | VW Type 3 (5x205) | Fits |
| All | Wheels converted to M12x1.5 studs | Mag nut 70-2702-0 or acorn nut 70-2705-0 |
| All | EMPI 60° alloy wheels on 5x205 | 70-2700-0 does not fit — use 70-2706-0 (12mm 60°) |
| 1966–1979 | 4-lug (M14) VW: Beetle 1968+, Ghia 1967+, Type 3 1966+ | Does not fit — use 70-2701-0 or 70-2707-0 |
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Thread | M12 x 1.5 |
| 70-2700-0 | Lock bolt, VW bolt type, ball seat, 29 mm threaded length, set of 4 |
| 70-2702-0 | Lock nut, mag (shank) style, set of 4 |
| 70-2705-0 | Lock nut, acorn style, set of 4 |
| Key | Security key included (per EMPI distributor listings) |
What's Included
- 4 locking bolts or nuts
- Security key
Not Included
- Standard lug hardware for the other holes
Why It Matters
Locks only work if they seat exactly like the hardware they replace. Factory VW steel wheels use a ball seat, so a 60° lock bolt would not hold properly. Mag-style nuts are for wheels with a flat seat and shank-type lug holes; acorn nuts are for 60° seats. Pick the one that matches the rest of your hardware.
Install Notes
- Fit one lock per wheel; keep the key in the car with the jack.
- Hand-start, then torque to the same spec as the other wheel hardware.
- Do not use an impact gun on lock hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which EMPI lock fits stock 5x205 steel wheels? 70-2700-0: M12x1.5 ball-seat lock bolts, set of 4 with key.
- Which lock fits EMPI alloy wheels on a wide-five? EMPI alloys use a 60° seat, so use 70-2706-0, the 12mm 60° lock bolt.
- What are the mag and acorn lock nuts for? Wheels converted to M12x1.5 studs: mag nuts for shank-style lug holes, acorn nuts for 60° seats.
- How many locks do I need? One per wheel. A set of 4 covers a car.
- 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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