{"product_id":"empi-5-rib-wheel-15x5-5-all-chrome-5x205-wide-5-vw-beetle-bus-ghia-type-3-thing","title":"EMPI GT-5 \/ 5-Rib Wheel 15x5.5 All Chrome - 5x205 Wide 5 - VW Beetle Bus Ghia Type 3 Thing | 00-9686-0","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ DRAFT - PRICE NOT SET. Verify MSRP from EMPI dealer portal before publishing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ DRAFT - VERIFY PART NUMBER from current EMPI dealer catalog. The 5-Rib \/ GT-5 lineup may have been renumbered.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEMPI 5-Rib Wheel - 15x5.5 Chrome (5x205 Wide 5)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify with EMPI dealer | \u003cstrong\u003eSold Each\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFew designs are as instantly recognizable as the classic 5-spoke \/ 5-rib mag — the wheel that put a generation of pre-'68 Beetles, Buses, and Karmann Ghias on the map. This Wide 5 (5x205) version brings that vintage muscle-car-meets-Cal-Look attitude to early air-cooled Volkswagens, finished in brilliant triple-dipped chrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWheel Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5x205mm (Wide 5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffset (ET):\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify with dealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackspacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify with dealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug Seat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60° conical taper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triple-dipped chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne (1) EMPI 5-Rib 15x5.5 wheel in chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome plastic center cap with EMPI logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome-capped valve stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment - Wide 5 (5x205) Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1949-1967 VW Beetle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1955-1970 VW Type 2 Bus \/ Transporter \/ Kombi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1956-1966 Karmann Ghia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1962-1965 Type 3 Notchback \/ Squareback \/ Fastback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1973-1974 VW Thing (Type 181)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Installation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug bolts sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires 60° conical seat lug bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrake drum clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wheel spacers may be required to clear the snout or center of some brake drums. Test-fit before mounting tires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnce tires are mounted, the wheel cannot be returned.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChrome Wheel Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash only when cool. Hot chrome can bake soaps into the surface. Apply automotive wax or chrome detailing spray regularly to preserve the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ California Prop 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44925169238131,"sku":"00-9686-0","price":407.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9686-0.jpg?v=1778021520","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-5-rib-wheel-15x5-5-all-chrome-5x205-wide-5-vw-beetle-bus-ghia-type-3-thing","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}