For a racing application, what front end tricks can I look at doing to make the beetle handle well- it is a standard 64 LP beetle- given that it will be historic based I cant go to wild with modifications, though can be lowered etc

You should get dropped spindles so you keep the same suspension travel, and you will want negative camber on the front. Better centre feel and turn in. Check out these links:

http://www.cbperformance.com/catalog.asp?ProductID=478 

http://www.cbperformance.com/catalog.asp?ProductID=486 

Good luck, Bill

And i quote 1. repairs as required 2.KYB gas shocks f+r 3.Whiteline front swaybar(adjustable) 4.rear camber compensater.And some 5.5-6 inch rims with 185-195 tyres and lower it at the back to get some neg. camber.Disclaimer: OR SO IVE HEARD,slater dude.Oh yeah and a wheel alignment F+r from a pro that knows beetles,East coast susp. at Kirrawee NSW or Accurate susp. in Brissy.This info is from 10yrs ago.:P

Can you get dropped spindles in Aust ? and would they fit this definition from the Cams manual

"Suspension: The original form and type of suspension only shall be employed. Springs are free provided that the type and location are unchanged. Adjustable ride height is permitted, save that the body may not be altered to incorprate any system faciltating the adjustment of the ride height. MacPherson struts may be modified to incorporate adjustable spring seats/ platforms.

Shock absorbers are free, save that they may not utilise external gas/ fluid reservoirs and/ or cannisters."

and I take it that if drop spindles are employed then you dont have to weld the adjusters in the beams etc.. I am assuming that the dropped spindles are better than the modified beams ?????

I think Vintage VeeDub Supplie in Sydney has them. Check out the OZ VW business directory above... and you don't have to weld either...

[Edited on 13-8-2004 by Oasis]

CBB make theirs. Several pairs have been x-rayed and proven to be of excellent quality. They look factory and in the cars I have seen them in they perform brilliantly.

You don't need to have an adjustable beam as well.

Thanks for all the info. is CBB the firm in the states ?

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Caster shims - or use a piece of 10mm bar between the lower front beam tube and the chassis head to tilt the beam backward. Gives better steering feel and caster (self-centring) and adds to camber gain on steering turn-in. I think it's legal for your class...?