Keep the Wide-5 wheels. Keep the stock stance. Lose the four-wheel drums. See how we’re bringing modern disc braking to our 2109cc ’62 Beetle without changing what makes it look right.

A brake caliper doesn’t have to leak or seize to be failing. A hot wheel, extra brake dust, uneven wear, or a slight pull under braking can all be early warnings. Catching those signs now may save you from a much bigger brake problem later.