Karmann Ghia Brakes: Disc Brake Conversion Kits, Front

This 2.5" inch drop spindle front disc brake kit from EMPI is double-drilled for both the stock VW 5x205 (wide-5) and 5x130 (Porsche pattern). It fits standard Beetle with a ball joint from end and Karmann Ghias from 1966 through 1977. This disc brake kit will give your classic VW improved stopping power using disc brakes vs. the stock drum brakes. The disc brake kit includes new 2.5" drop spindles, front rotors, calipers & pads, brake hoses, bearings & seals, mounting hardware and instructions. These drop spindles are made for use with stock shocks. 1966 through May 1968 Beetles and Ghias will need late model outer tie rod ends to use this drop spindle disc brake conversion kit. The later model parts can be found in the additional options drop-down selection above. Please note that the front track width of the front end of your vehicle will be increased by about 5/8" over stock. This means the wheels will sit out 5/16" farther per side than stock.

This kit includes the following:

• Disc Brake 2.5" Drop Spindles
• Dual Drilled 5 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 12x1.5 Threads
  • 5x205 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 12x1.5 Threads
  • 5x130 Lug Pattern Brake Rotors with 14x1.5 Threads
• Brake Calipers & Pads
• Brake Hoses
• Bearings & Seals
• Mounting Hardware & Instructions

Low Profile Tires Required

The Front Disc Brake Kit Includes The Following:

• Master Cylinder
• Front Brake Rotors
• Floating Calipers w/ Semi-Metallic Brake Pads
• Brake Lines
• Wheel Bearing & Grease Seals
• Necessary Mounting Hardware