{"product_id":"vw-king-pin-rebuild-kit-front-axle-spindle-service-1946-1965-beetle-ghia","title":"EMPI King Pin Rebuild Kit | VW Beetle \u0026 Ghia 1946–1965 | Front Axle Spindle Service (98-2065-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW King Pin Rebuild Kit | Front Axle Spindle Service (98-2065-B)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore the precision and safety of your early Volkswagen's front suspension with this \u003cb\u003eComplete King Pin Rebuild Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor early air-cooled Volkswagens using the King and Link-Pin front axle beam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1946–1965, king pin models only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1956–1965, king pin models only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDune Buggy \/ Manx:\u003c\/b\u003e all early link-pin chassis builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Spindle Service:\u003c\/b\u003e One kit contains the components to rebuild both the driver and passenger side king pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty Materials:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardened steel pins and high-tolerance brass bushings for long-term durability under heavy suspension loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEliminates Front-End Play:\u003c\/b\u003e Targets the vertical wear points that cause steering vibration and unstable tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOEM-Specification Fitment:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered to match factory tolerances for a seamless restoration of your early VW's handling.\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 98-2065-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKit Contents:\u003c\/b\u003e King pins for both sides (complete spindle service)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardened steel pins with high-tolerance brass bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFront End:\u003c\/b\u003e King and Link-Pin front axle beam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat does this kit fix?\u003c\/b\u003e Worn king pin bushings cause excessive camber movement, steering vibration, and unstable tracking; this kit refreshes the vertical pivot points to restore tight steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it cover both sides?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — it is a complete spindle service with the components to rebuild both the driver and passenger side king pins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow are the bushings fitted?\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTech Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Reinstalling king pins is a precision task. The new brass bushings must be pressed into the spindle carriers and then \u003cb\u003eline-reamed\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServicing your spindles? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e for front-end parts, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering\u003c\/a\u003e for tie rods and boxes, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e for the rest of your restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44867822223475,"sku":"98-2065-B","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/98-2065-B-scaled-500x374.jpg?v=1776839953","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-king-pin-rebuild-kit-front-axle-spindle-service-1946-1965-beetle-ghia","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}