{"product_id":"vw-front-drum-brake-kit-5x205mm-early-5-lug-1958-1964-beetle-ghia-22-4000-0","title":"EMPI VW Front Drum Brake Kit | Beetle \u0026 Ghia 1958–1964 | 5x205 Early Wide-5, Link Pin (22-4000-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI VW Front Drum Brake Kit – 5x205 Early Wide-5, Link Pin (22-4000-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore your classic Volkswagen's original stopping power with the \u003cb\u003eEMPI Front Drum Brake Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. Engineered for \u003cb\u003e1958–1964 link-pin\u003c\/b\u003e models, this \"all-in-one\" kit is a complete front-end safety overhaul that eliminates the need to source individual springs, clips, or hoses — ideal for a \"nothing to hide\" restoration or a refreshed daily driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component is \u003cb\u003e100% new\u003c\/b\u003e — no core charges or refurbished parts — and designed as a direct bolt-on replacement that maintains the original engineering and Wide-5 aesthetics of your chassis. Replacing pitted drums and aging wheel cylinders restores firm, predictable pedal feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Type 1):\u003c\/b\u003e 1958–1964 (link pin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1958–1964 (link pin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI supplies this as a complete, all-new matched set rather than a mix of used or core-exchange parts, tailored specifically to link-pin front spindles for a no-modification fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComprehensive Front-End Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Replaces all internal and external wear items from the drums to the cotter pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeriod-Correct 5x205 Pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e Retains the iconic early 5-lug Wide-5 pattern used on vintage Beetles and Ghias.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLink Pin Specific:\u003c\/b\u003e Tailored for the front spindles of 1958–1964 models for a perfect, no-modification fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAll-New Components:\u003c\/b\u003e Cast and stamped to modern tolerances for superior heat dissipation over thin, worn factory drums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHydraulic Refresh:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes new wheel cylinders and OE-style rubber hoses to eliminate leaks and pressure loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 22-4000-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBolt Pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e 5x205mm (Early 5-Lug Wide-5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuspension Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Link Pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% New (no core charge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/brakes\"\u003eBrakes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44708734828659,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/22-4000-0-500x318.jpg?v=1775718701","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-front-drum-brake-kit-5x205mm-early-5-lug-1958-1964-beetle-ghia-22-4000-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}