{"product_id":"full-brake-rebuild-kit-1968-1979-standard-beetle-empi-front-rear-drums-master-cylinder-restored-german-backing-plates-hardware","title":"EMPI Premium Brake Pad Set — High-Performance Front Disc | Beetle, Ghia, Bus (22-2958-0)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE FULL BRAKE REBUILD KIT — 1968-1979 STANDARD BEETLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything you need to completely rebuild the brake system on your 1968-1979 standard Beetle, in one bundle. New EMPI front and rear drum brake kits, dual-circuit master cylinder, plus our hand-restored German backing plates, parking brake hardware, and original cross-bar. \u003cstrong\u003eSave $93 vs. buying separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a complete, fitment-matched brake refresh — no guesswork, no missing pieces, no scrambling to source the right backing plate or push bar. Designed for owners who want a single-order solution to a job they only want to do once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Bundle Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEMPI Front Drum Brake Kit (22-4005-0)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Complete kit with drums, wheel cylinders, shoes, brake hoses, hardware, and adjusting components (4x130mm ball joint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEMPI Rear Drum Brake Kit (22-5003-0)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Complete kit with drums, wheel cylinders, shoes, hoses, hardware, and axle nuts (4x130mm IRS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEMPI 20.6mm Dual-Circuit Master Cylinder (16-9554-0)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Modern safety upgrade over single-circuit; required for full-coverage brake protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(2) R63 Front Brake Backing Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restored original German OEM, semi-gloss powder coated (left + right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(2) R64 Rear Brake Backing Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restored original German OEM, semi-gloss powder coated (left + right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eR70 + R71 Internal E-Brake Levers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restored original German parts (driver + passenger)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(2) R72 Parking Brake Cable Brackets\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restored original German parts (left + right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eR73 Brake Push Bar (Cross Bar)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Restored original German part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1968-1979 VW Beetle (Type 1, Standard) with ball-joint front end, IRS rear suspension, and 4x130mm bolt pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Super Beetle (1971-1979) — different front suspension, requires different parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake fluid not included — fresh DOT 4 fluid required for bleed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBleed all four corners after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect drums for cracks or heat scoring before reusing — kit drums are direct OE replacements if yours are out of spec\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing brake hardware in pairs (both fronts, both rears) is essential for balanced braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle Price: $895\u003c\/strong\u003e (saves $93 vs. buying components separately)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45000413216883,"sku":"BDL-BRAKE-STD-6879","price":895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/22-4005-0-scaled.jpg?v=1779111317","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/full-brake-rebuild-kit-1968-1979-standard-beetle-empi-front-rear-drums-master-cylinder-restored-german-backing-plates-hardware","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}