EMPI
JP Group

EMPI 22-4002-0 Drum Brake Kit - Front

Brand EMPI 22-4002-0
Position Front
Brake Drums Included Yes
Brake Shoes Included Yes
Center Caps Included Yes
Hardware Included Yes
Hoses Included Yes
Seals Included Yes
Spindle Nuts Included Yes
Wheel Bearings Included Yes
Wheel Cylinder Included Yes
Product line JP Group
Fits Volkswagen · 4 vehicles

Complete brake kit. Includes drums, shoes, hardware, hoses, seals, bearings, and wheel cylinders.

Service-ready package. All major brake service components are bundled for a streamlined repair.

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Drum Brake Kits are typically replaced in pairs, axle by axle.
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Complete Drum Brake Kit for Volkswagen Beetle

Restore the rear brake system on a 1966-1967 Volkswagen Beetle with EMPI part number 22-4002-0. This drum brake kit includes the major service components needed for a full brake refresh, with parts selected for a direct-fit repair on the listed Beetle applications.

Compatible With 1966-1967 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A. EMPI 22-4002-0 is built as a complete service kit for owners replacing worn drum brake components on classic air-cooled Volkswagen models.

Key Features

  • Brake drums included for a complete drum brake service
  • Brake shoes included for friction surface replacement
  • Wheel cylinders included for hydraulic brake service
  • Wheel bearings, seals, spindle nuts, and center caps included
  • Hoses and hardware included for a more complete rebuild
  • Fits 1966-1967 Volkswagen Beetle applications listed in the fitment data
  • EMPI part number 22-4002-0 for easy identification

Detailed Description

This EMPI drum brake kit is organized for a full service approach to the rear brake assembly on the 1966-1967 Volkswagen Beetle. By combining brake drums, shoes, wheel cylinders, bearings, seals, spindle nuts, center caps, hoses, and hardware in one package, it reduces the need to source each service item separately. The result is a practical solution for a Volkswagen Beetle brake overhaul where multiple wear items are being replaced at the same time. JP Group product line support is reflected in the kit’s service-focused component selection for classic Volkswagen applications.

EMPI 22-4002-0 is a strong match for buyers searching for a 1966 Volkswagen Beetle drum brake kit, a 1967 Volkswagen Beetle rear brake service kit, or a complete classic VW Beetle brake rebuild kit.

What This Kit Helps Address

  • Brake noise from worn shoes or drum surfaces
  • Reduced braking performance from aged hydraulic components
  • Wheel-end service needs caused by worn bearings or seals
  • Brake fluid leakage at the wheel cylinder
  • Missing or deteriorated drum brake service parts during restoration

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm vehicle year and brake configuration before installation on the Volkswagen Beetle. Inspect backing plates, adjusters, and mounting surfaces for wear or damage before assembling the new components. Replace brake fluid and bleed the system after wheel cylinder installation, then adjust the shoes and verify proper drum clearance before road use. EMPI part number 22-4002-0 is intended for service work where multiple brake wear items are being renewed together.

Quality Assurance

This kit is supplied under the EMPI brand and JP Group line for classic Volkswagen service applications. The included components are grouped to support a complete drum brake repair on the listed Beetle fitment.

This part fits 4 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1967VolkswagenBeetleN/AJP Group
1967VolkswagenKarmann GhiaFrontJP Group
1966VolkswagenBeetleN/AJP Group
1966VolkswagenKarmann GhiaFrontJP Group