JBugs - 1971 VW Super Beetle - Front Disc Brake Conversion Kit Installation

We had planned on pulling our 1971 Super apart in preparation for paint and body work but that got put on hold when we saw EMPI's new premium disc brake installation kits. Follow along as we show you the features of the Front Super Beetle Bolt On Disc Brake and show how easy it is to convert your Super Beetle over to disc brakes.

Intro 0:00
Disc brake kit overview: 0:54
Brake caliper prep: 1:26
Brake rotor prep: 2:05
Vehicle prep: 2:33
Drum brake disassembly: 2:52
Brake caliper bracket installation: 3:40
Brake rotor installation: 4:03
Brake caliper installation: 5:00
Brake line installation: 5:55

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Tools used in this video:

Needle Nose Pliers
Lineman Pliers
Rubber Mallet
Flat Head Screwdriver
5.5mm Allen Wrench
7mm Allen Wrench
11mm Wrench
17mm Wrench
18mm Wrench
Adjustable Wrench
3/8" Drive Ratchet
6" Extension
1/2" Impact Driver
15mm Socket
17mm Socket
18mm Socket
19mm Socket
Jack
Jack Stands
Wheel Chocks

Chemicals Used:

Disc Brake Grease
Brake Cleaner
Bearing Grease
Medium Thread Locker

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The parts used in this video are:

Front Premium Super Beetle Disc Brake Kit (22-6140)

Stainless Steel Braided Hoses (5588)

Inner Wheel Bearings (311405625B)

Outer Wheel Bearings (311405645)

Inner Wheel Seals (321501641)

Brake Line Clips (113611715A)

Speedometer Cable Clip (speedoclip)

Hose Clamps (MH28)

EMPI 914 Wheels (9681-4 EMPI)

14mm Thread In Wheel Studs (9484)

Porsche Style Lug Nuts (70-2868)

Lug Nut Caps (133-173)

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[malkucken]

Thank you for this video. This is on my to do list. I like how you speed things up!

[VWLifeVW]

great video!, good information making those timid to tackle this on their own!

[doubled]

Great video because my convertion instructions (empi) were very lacking

[isaacandhisgrandpasdailyli]

I ordered this kit for my 71 super beetle and the rear brakes too great braking now on my bug

[douglasbarnhart]

I'm ordering a set for my 67 beetle I'm guessing it install the Sam way.

[benkanobe]

They look like BMW calipers. What calipers are they copies of and what disc pads can we purchase to replace them when they wear out? I am definitely going to add these to my '73 standard bug!!

[ceodrpalma]

Hello, great video...what torq you give to the new bit for new rims???

[donnavanderbeek]

Ever install porches breaks in 1977 bug

[lunarpking]

I just bought a similar kit for my 74 Super, I've never jacked the car up for anything before, where are good places to put my jackstands? I bought an EMPI plate to use in the stock jack holes so I can use my floor jack to lift one side at a time, doing disks in front and rebuilding the drums in the back.

[iPACKgoldDOTS]

I just put my kit on with the wilwood calipers. Too bad they hit the factory wheel and now the car isn't drivable until I either get spacers or new wheels. So frustrating.

[johnnyturbo]

Where did you all get the front spoiler that's on that bug?

I ordered my front brake conversion, , , I look forward to the install once they show up

[whatsstefon]

When doing a disc brake conversion, do you still use the same master cylinder? Or are the callipers on disc brake conversion kits matched to work with OEM master cylinders?

I'm asking also because I just acquired a 73 Super Bug with front discs (I assume it's a conversion since the history of the car is unknown).

[michaelknight]

What is the typical offset of disc brakes (not the zero offset versions of course)?

[wilhelmschoeman]

Does one need to replace the master break cylinder as well?

[oaljaloudi]

Hello, can we install abs speed sensors on 70 beetle? I was thinking if anyone have done abs install on classical beetles!

[Alifiver]

Hello. How can I find out the exact CC of my beetle engine through Engine Number and Chassis Number?

[pepomow]

this new rotors where i can buy it ? or is there any rotors for another kind of a car suit it? please help as the water of rain kill my brakes!

[Repairables]

Because drum brakes have a pressure check valve in the master cylinder, does that too need to be replaced? My assumption is yes, but want to be sure...

[hectorzapata]

Hi, did the front air dam come with the car?

[stevenboykin]

Bought this kit and my wheel (which is a 15) doesn’t fit. The caliper rubs the wheel. Any suggestions?