EMPI King Pin Rebuild Kit | VW Beetle & Ghia 1946–1965 | Front Axle Spindle Service (98-2065-B)

VW King Pin Rebuild Kit | Front Axle Spindle Service (98-2065-B)

Restore the precision and safety of your early Volkswagen's front suspension with this Complete King Pin Rebuild Kit. Built for the King and Link-Pin axle beams found on pre-1966 models, it addresses the primary source of front-end slop and steering wander.

Over decades the king pin bushings wear down, leading to excessive camber movement and unstable handling. This kit supplies the hardened steel pins and brass bushings needed to refresh the vertical pivot points of your spindles, giving you tighter steering response and more consistent tire wear on the road or on tour.

Vehicle Fitment

For early air-cooled Volkswagens using the King and Link-Pin front axle beam.

• VW Type 1 Beetle: 1946–1965, king pin models only
• VW Karmann Ghia: 1956–1965, king pin models only
• Dune Buggy / Manx: all early link-pin chassis builds

Key Features & Benefits

• Complete Spindle Service: One kit contains the components to rebuild both the driver and passenger side king pins.
• Heavy-Duty Materials: Hardened steel pins and high-tolerance brass bushings for long-term durability under heavy suspension loads.
• Eliminates Front-End Play: Targets the vertical wear points that cause steering vibration and unstable tracking.
• OEM-Specification Fitment: Engineered to match factory tolerances for a seamless restoration of your early VW's handling.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 98-2065-B
• Kit Contents: King pins for both sides (complete spindle service)
• Materials: Hardened steel pins with high-tolerance brass bushings
• Front End: King and Link-Pin front axle beam

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does this kit fix? Worn king pin bushings cause excessive camber movement, steering vibration, and unstable tracking; this kit refreshes the vertical pivot points to restore tight steering.
• Does it cover both sides? Yes — it is a complete spindle service with the components to rebuild both the driver and passenger side king pins.
• How are the bushings fitted? The new brass bushings must be pressed into the spindle carriers and then line-reamed to the diameter of the pins for a smooth, bind-free pivot.

Installation

Tech Tip: Reinstalling king pins is a precision task. The new brass bushings must be pressed into the spindle carriers and then line-reamed to the specific diameter of the pins to ensure a smooth, bind-free pivot. We recommend having a professional machine shop perform the pressing and reaming for the best results.

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