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EMPI Rear Disc Brake Kit w/ E-Brake | VW Beetle & Karmann Ghia Swing Axle 1958–1967 | 5x205 Wide-5 Zero Offset (22-2905-J)

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  • Vendor Washburn's Metal
  • SKU 22-2905-J
  • Fits
    • All Years|VW|Beetle
    • All Years|VW|Karmann Ghia

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Premium 5x205 Wide-5 Rear Disc Brake Upgrade with E-Brake — Swing Axle

EMPI's exclusive zero-offset rear disc brake conversion for early Wide-5 Beetles and Karmann Ghias. Designed for swing axle rear suspension, this kit delivers modern disc-brake stopping power while keeping the factory 5x205mm Wide-5 bolt pattern — no adapters needed. Integrated emergency brake for street-legal operation.

Kit Includes:

  • Brake calipers & pads
  • Caliper mounting brackets
  • Zero-offset solid disc rotors (5x205mm, 12x1.5mm threads)
  • Integrated emergency brake
  • OE-style brake hoses
  • Mounting hardware & instructions

Technical Specifications:

  • Part Number: 22-2905-J
  • Application: 1958-1967 VW Beetle & Karmann Ghia with swing axle rear suspension
  • Bolt Pattern: 5x205mm Wide-5 (12x1.5mm threads)
  • Originally engineered for: EMPI "Buggy in a Box" JKCB chassis platform

Recommended Pairing: Front 5x205 Disc Brake Kit (22-2925-0 link pin) + matching 911-style Wide-5 wheels.

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