VW King Pin Rebuild Kit - Front Axle Spindle Service - 1946–1965 Beetle & Ghia

Restore the precision and safety of your early Volkswagen’s front suspension with this Complete King Pin Rebuild Kit. Designed for the "King and Link Pin" axle beams found on pre-1966 models, this kit addresses the primary source of front-end "slop" and steering wander.

Over decades, the king pin bushings wear down, leading to excessive camber movement and unstable handling. This kit provides the high-quality, hardened steel pins and brass bushings required to refresh the vertical pivot points of your spindles. By performing this service, you ensure a tighter steering response and more consistent tire wear during daily driving or vintage touring.

Key Features

• Complete Spindle Service: One kit contains the components necessary to rebuild both the driver and passenger side king pins.

• Heavy-Duty Materials: Features hardened steel pins and high-tolerance brass bushings designed for long-term durability under heavy suspension loads.

• Eliminates Front-End Play: Specifically targets the vertical wear points that cause steering vibration and unstable tracking.

• OEM Specification Fitment: Engineered to match factory tolerances for a seamless restoration of your early VW's handling characteristics.

Vehicle Fitment

This kit is essential for early air-cooled Volkswagens utilizing the King and Link-Pin front axle beam.

Tech Tip: Reinstalling king pins is a precision task. The new brass bushings must be pressed into the spindle carriers and then line-reamed to the specific diameter of the pins to ensure a smooth, bind-free pivot. We recommend having a professional machine shop perform the pressing and reaming for the best results.