Bolt Up Rocker Shaft Set (Floating Centre) - Type 1 Engines

Unlock more RPM potential and improve valvetrain stability with this bolt-up rocker shaft kit, designed for all VW Type 1 engines. This kit eliminates the excessive side play common in factory rocker assemblies, which can lead to rocker arm galling, washer and clip failure, and premature wear under performance driving conditions.

What sets this version apart is its floating aluminium centre spacer, which allows for fine tuning of rocker geometry and lateral rocker arm positioning. This flexibility is especially useful when fitting performance camshafts, aftermarket heads, or high-lift rocker arms where precision alignment is critical.

This complete kit includes components for both rocker assemblies and is suitable for street and mild race applications. It’s a direct fit upgrade and a worthwhile improvement for anyone building a performance or high-revving aircooled VW engine.

If you`re looking for an even more robust setup, check out our AC109212309 kit, which features precision-ground high-strength shafts, a solid steel centre spacer, and additional shims for more aggressive builds.

Kit Includes:

• 2 x Rocker shafts

• Aluminium floating centre spacer

• End spacers and hardware for both rocker assemblies

Quality: Good quality – reliable for street performance and enthusiast builds

Fitment:
Designed for VW Type 1 aircooled engines

Applications:

• VW Beetle: 1960–1979

• VW Splitscreen Van: 1960–1967

• VW Baywindow Van: 1968–1979

• VW Karmann Ghia: 1960–1974

• VW Type 3: 1961–1973

• VW Trekker / Thing: 1968–1983

• VW Buggy & Baja: 1960–1979

Installation Tip:
Set rocker side play to approx. 0.004″ (0.10mm) when cold for optimal operation. Use quality rocker arm shims if required, and always check geometry after fitting.