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Wide-5 2.5" Lowered Ball Joint Drum-to-Disc Brake Kit — VW Beetle, Ghia & Thing 1966–1977 | AC IndustriesWide 5 2. 5 inch Lowered Ball Joint Drum to Disc Brake Conversion Kit AC Industries 498740 Fits 19661977 VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia & Thing This conversion kit is designed for VW Type 1 and Type 181 platforms running a Wide 5 lowered ball joint front suspension. It converts the factory drum brake setup to disc brakes, providing improved heat dissipation, more consistent stopping performance, and easier serviceability compared to the stock drum system.
Wide 5 2.5 inch Lowered Ball Joint Drum to Disc Brake Conversion Kit | AC Industries 498740 Fits 1966–1977 VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia & Thing
This conversion kit is designed for VW Type 1 and Type 181 platforms running a Wide 5 lowered ball joint front suspension. It converts the factory drum brake setup to disc brakes, providing improved heat dissipation, more consistent stopping performance, and easier serviceability compared to the stock drum system.
Designed to work with the geometry of a 2.5 inch lowered ball joint suspension — not a standard-height setup. Verify your suspension configuration before ordering.
Compatibility:
- 1966–1977 VW Beetle (Type 1)
- 1966–1977 Karmann Ghia (Type 14)
- 1966–1977 Thing (Type 181)
- Suspension requirement: Wide 5 lowered ball joint front end
Part Number: AC Industries 498740
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