1978 Volkswagen Beetle Brake Parts

Essential 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Brake Parts

Carquest Wearever – Brake Hydraulic Hose (Part No.BHA621662)

Brake Hydraulic Hose

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$22.99
This automotive brake hydraulic hose was precision-engineered to match the fit, function and performance of the original brake hose on specific vehicles and positions to ensure safe, long-lasting durability as part of a complete brake repair.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – precision-engineered to match the performance of the original brake hose on specific vehicles
  • Position-specific – manufactured to precise measurements to provide an exact fit and easy installation
  • Quality assured – materials tested to exacting government-regulated safety and durability standards
  • Durable design – made with EPDM rubber and specially coated, corrosion-resistant fittings
  • Brand may vary by location
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Carquest Wearever – Brake Hose Assembly: Copper Washers Included (Part No.BHA620001)

Brake Hose Assembly: Copper Washers Included

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$34.99
Each Carquest Premium brake hose assembly is precision engineered to match the original fit and includes brackets, grommets, molded plastic guards, wire clips and protective sleeves as required to ensure that all wearable parts are restored to original condition. Carquest Premium brake hoses meet or exceed Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS 106) and Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE J1401) standards to ensure a reliable and long-lasting repair.

Product Features:
  • Brake hoses with banjo end fittings include new copper washers to ensure proper sealing
  • Tensile minimum load holds up to 1800 N
  • All end fittings are electroplated with eco-friendly material that delivers superior corrosion and rust resistance
  • Designed based on requirements and testing of SAE J1401, resulting in high quality brake hoses
  • Every brake hose is subjected to a high-pressure quality assurance test before leaving the factory, ensuring trouble-free installation and operation
  • Brand may vary by location
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Carquest Premium – Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket (Part No.19-B2015)

Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket

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$71.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer specifications for performance and durability. Where applicable, Carquest Premium Brake Calipers feature a specially formulated OE style zinc di-chromate anti-corrosion finish that provides superior rust protection in all conditions. Carquest Premium Brake Calipers feature new OE design, stainless steel pistons manufactured for maximum durability, and precision machined for an exacting fit and smooth application of braking force. Carquest Premium Brake Calipers include 100% new OE design dust boots and EPDM rubber seals that provide increased resistance to thermal deterioration and years of-leak free operation. Carquest Premium Brake Calipers include application-specific brackets and abutment hardware where required, for easy installation and confident restoration of stopping power. 100% end-of-line inspection and pressure testing guarantees perfect performance right out of the box.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • OE design stainless steel pistons provide maximum durability and are precision machined for a perfect fit in the caliper body
  • Application-specific caliper bodies for easy installation
  • Brackets included where required, for complete system restoration
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • OE design stainless steel pistons provide maximum durability and are precision machined for a perfect fit in the caliper body
  • Application-specific caliper bodies for easy installation
  • Brackets included where required, for complete system restoration
  • OE style, zinc di-chromate anti-corrosion finishes provide superior resistance to rust on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • 100% new, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • OE Style, stainless steel pad abutment hardware included
  • 100% end-of-line inspection and pressure testing ensures quality and performance
  • Caliper finish or coating may vary
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Carquest Premium – Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket (Part No.19-B2975A)

Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket

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$81.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer specifications for performance and durability. Where applicable, Carquest Premium Brake Calipers feature a specially formulated OE style zinc di-chromate anti-corrosion finish that provides superior rust protection in all conditions. Carquest Premium Brake Calipers feature new OE design, stainless steel pistons manufactured for maximum durability, and precision machined for an exacting fit and smooth application of braking force. Carquest Premium Brake Calipers include 100% new OE design dust boots and EPDM rubber seals that provide increased resistance to thermal deterioration and years of-leak free operation. Carquest Premium Brake Calipers include application-specific brackets and abutment hardware where required, for easy installation and confident restoration of stopping power. 100% end-of-line inspection and pressure testing guarantees perfect performance right out of the box.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • OE design stainless steel pistons provide maximum durability and are precision machined for a perfect fit in the caliper body
  • Application-specific caliper bodies for easy installation
  • Brackets included where required, for complete system restoration
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • OE design stainless steel pistons provide maximum durability and are precision machined for a perfect fit in the caliper body
  • Application-specific caliper bodies for easy installation
  • Brackets included where required, for complete system restoration
  • OE style, zinc di-chromate anti-corrosion finishes provide superior resistance to rust on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • 100% new, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • OE Style, stainless steel pad abutment hardware included
  • 100% end-of-line inspection and pressure testing ensures quality and performance
  • Caliper finish or coating may vary
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Otto Zimmermann – Coated Brake Drum (Part No.N200015054ZIM)

Coated Brake Drum

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$104.90
The Zimmermann brake drum is an OE-Quality replacement and is an original equipment supplier to many European automotive manufacturers.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and Direct fit Application
  • Made exclusively of high-grade cast iron
  • Immediate functional capability without removal of the coating before mounting
  • German production meeting the requirements of actual Quality Management Systems
  • Well known, highest Otto-Zimmermann-Product-Quality
  • Significant improvement in appearance
  • Corrosion protection during storage and installation
  • Ready to mount: the coating in the hub is as thin as possible
  • Immediate and full functionality
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ATE – ATE Wheel Cylinder (Part No.N202025508ATE)

ATE Wheel Cylinder

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$27.24
ATE wheel cylinders are made in part from extruded aluminum section and are therefore relatively light, resistant to corrosion and to brake fluid, and provide a longer service life than conventional wheel cylinders. ATE Wheel cylinders are subject to extensive safety testing before being added to the range. Tests of sealing at low and at high pressure and of resistance to wear are included. The production is certified to ISO 1400, and, thanks to our strict internal ATE N standard, they significantly exceed the statutory requirement. The grooved ring cup seals consist of EPDM. The surface protection of the wheel cylinder housing contains no Cr-6, and therefore also satisfies the EU end-of-life vehicle directive.

Product Features:
  • Resistant to corrosion and to brake fluid
  • Provides a longer service life
  • Made with high quality EPDM rubber cups and boots for long lasting performance
  • Manufactured to OE Quality specifications
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Carquest Wearever – Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder (Part No.WCA90549)

Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder

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$20.99
Cylinder casting is constructed from high-quality cast iron or aluminum for long-lasting durability

Product Features:
  • All rubber parts are of high-quality EPDM compound for resistance to DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid
  • Key components like spring are from high and stable quality suppliers.
  • Products are machined by CNC machines with strictly quality control.
  • Parts assembled in a clean environment and all parts were thoroughly cleaned before assembly.
  • Manufactured to strict engineering quality standards, meets S.A.E. specifications
  • Each product is 100% tested on production lines and sampling tested prior to shipment
  • Key working procedure used CNC, positioning accuracy ± 0.005/300 mm, repeat positioning accuracy + /-0.042 mm
  • Main cylinder hole of measured by the 0.038 mm distinguish precision pneumatic instruments, surface roughness instrument and endoscope testing
  • Main cylinder hole of measured by the 0.038 mm distinguish precision pneumatic instruments, surface roughness instrument and endoscope testing
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Wearever – Remanufactured Brake Master Cylinder (Part No.11-2874)

Remanufactured Brake Master Cylinder

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$92.99
Using advanced re-engineering materials and processes, our master cylinders match O.E. performance and fitment. New O.E.-quality seals and cups are installed on each unit, ensuring leak-free, long-lasting performance. Cast-iron master cylinders are treate

Product Features:
  • Only new O.E.-quality seals and cups are used in the remanufacturing process to ensure O.E. performance and reliability. All rubber components meet S.A.E. specifications.
  • Bleeding kits are supplied with the unit to make the bleeding process faster and easier (where applicable).
  • Bores meet critical micro-finish specifications to eliminate pitting and corrosion, a cause of premature failure.
  • Cast-iron master cylinders feature a premium protective coating to minimize rust and extend unit life.
  • Piston assemblies are height-gauged to ensure the master cylinder equals the O.E. unit performance.
  • Plastic reservoirs are vacuum-tested to ensure they are leak free.
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Carquest Wearever – New Brake Master Cylinder: Without Reservoir, Exact Fit, 24 mm Bore (Part No.MCA630050)

New Brake Master Cylinder: Without Reservoir, Exact Fit, 24 mm Bore

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$107.99
This brake master cylinder is precision-engineered to match the design, function, and performance of the original master cylinder on specific vehicle years, makes and models. It is made of new, high-quality materials for a safe, durable replacement.

Product Features:
  • Precise replacement – cylinder housing is constructed to match the casting material of the original part and ensure similar performance
  • Durable design – all rubber components are made of high-quality EPDM compound for resistance to glycol-based brake fluid
  • 100% new – made entirely of new materials, not remanufactured, to ensure highest quality and safety
  • Strict specifications – made to meet rigorous SAE International standards
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Carquest Wearever – Brake Master Cylinder (Part No.MCA93065)

Brake Master Cylinder

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$44.49
This brake master cylinder is precision-engineered to match the design, function, and performance of the original master cylinder on specific vehicle years, makes and models. It is made of new, high-quality materials for a safe, durable replacement.

Product Features:
  • Precise replacement – cylinder housing is constructed to match the casting material of the original part and ensure similar performance
  • Durable design – all rubber components are made of high-quality EPDM compound for resistance to glycol-based brake fluid
  • 100% new – made entirely of new materials, not remanufactured, to ensure highest quality and safety
  • Strict specifications – made to meet rigorous SAE International standards
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Akebono Euro – Ceramic Pads Ultra-Premium (Part No.EUR768A)

Ceramic  Pads Ultra-Premium

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$74.99
Product Features:
  • Made in the USA
  • OE Manufacturer
  • Ceramic Brake Pad
  • Low Dust
  • Powerful Quiet Stopping
  • Ultra-Premium
  • Extremely Rotor-Friendly for Longer Rotor Life
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Carquest Premium Gold – Semi-Metallic Brake Pads – Front (4-Pad Set) (Part No.GMKD768A)

Semi-Metallic Brake Pads - Front (4-Pad Set)

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$52.99
Carquest Premium Gold brake pads are original equipment replacement brake pads that provide consistent, quiet, and clean braking.

Product Features:
  • Application-specific friction formulations provide shorter stopping distances and extended pad life
  • Hardware included for most applications, provides better value and
  • OE-designed slots and chamfers to reduce noise and vibration
  • Multi-layer shim provides near silent braking
  • Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion
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Akebono Euro – Ceramic Brake Pads Ultra-Premium (Part No.EUR687A)

Ceramic Brake Pads Ultra-Premium

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$64.99
Product Features:
  • Made in the USA
  • OE Manufacturer
  • Ceramic Brake Pad
  • Low Dust
  • Powerful Quiet Stopping
  • Ultra-Premium
  • Extremely Rotor-Friendly for Longer Rotor Life
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Carquest Wearever – Brake Hold-Down Spring Cup (Part No.1133-2)

Brake Hold-Down Spring Cup

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$3.79
The brake hardware should be inspected and replaced regularly to ensure reliable, efficient performance. The hold down spring top cups are designed to provide direct and simple replacement.

Product Features:
  • This part matches Original Equipment (OE) quality specifications
  • Fast and efficient replacement
  • Eliminates heat and corrosion deterioration
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Carquest Wearever – Disc Hardware Kit with Quiet Pad Clips (Part No.13333Q)

Disc Hardware Kit with Quiet Pad Clips

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$31.49
Brakes are designed as a system and all the parts need to work together for best performance. The braking system is arguably its most important system, so you want to be sure it’s working properly at all times. With this kit, you can be sure the brake adjustments are occurring at the proper intervals to prevent negative comebacks.

Product Features:
  • This part matches Original Equipment (OE) quality specifications which means that it is at least as good if not better than the original part the manufacturer supplied with the car
  • Low-friction PTFE coating to reduce drag
  • Maintains safe movement and effective stopping performance
  • Corrosion resistant coating for long-lasting durability against harsh roads
  • Manufactured with quality materials to suppress high stress levels
  • Helps deliver a quieter, more efficient braking system
  • Stainless Steel Dual Coated
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Carquest Wearever – Disc Hardware Kit with Quiet Pad Clips (Part No.15733A)

Disc Hardware Kit with Quiet Pad Clips

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$6.99
Brakes are designed as a system and all the parts need to work together for best performance. The braking system is arguably its most important system, so you want to be sure it’s working properly at all times. With this kit, you can be sure the brake adjustments are occurring at the proper intervals to prevent negative comebacks.

Product Features:
  • This part matches Original Equipment (OE) quality specifications which means that it is at least as good if not better than the original part the manufacturer supplied with the car
  • Low-friction PTFE coating to reduce drag
  • Maintains safe movement and effective stopping performance
  • Corrosion resistant coating for long-lasting durability against harsh roads
  • Manufactured with quality materials to suppress high stress levels
  • Helps deliver a quieter, more efficient braking system
  • Stainless Steel Dual Coated
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Carquest Wearever – Brake Hardware Kit with Quiet Clip (Part No.13596Q)

Brake Hardware Kit with Quiet Clip

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$16.99
Brakes are designed as a system and all the parts need to work together for best performance. The special design of our brake pad or Abutment clips provide PTFE to reduce friction and rubber compound to virtually eliminate brake noise. Changing your clips is important for ensuring that the brake pads are moving in a uniform and stable motion and not moving freely.

Product Features:
  • This part matches Original Equipment (OE) quality specifications
  • Manufactured with quality materials to suppress high stress levels
  • Corrosion resistant for long-lasting durability against harsh roads
  • Prevents noise and premature wear
  • Direct replacement for a proper fit
  • Caliper Bushing included in kit
  • Stainless steel dual coating
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ATE Premium One – Brake M/C Reservoir (Part No.N301711738ATE)

Brake M/C Reservoir

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$8.30
Brake M/C Reservoir

Elring – Distributor O-Ring (Part No.F210154475ELR)

Distributor O-Ring

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$1.18
The Elring Distributor O-Ring is an ideal high quality Original Equipment replacement that is manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Premium Original Equipment replacement
  • Provides performance and dependability
  • Manufactured to meet OE specifications
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Elring – Brake Vacuum Pump Ga (Part No.N4051446859ELR)

Brake Vacuum Pump Ga

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$9.26
Brake Vacuum Pump Ga

1978 Volkswagen Beetle Brake Parts

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Top-Rated Brake Parts Brands For Your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Trusted Brake Parts OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1978 Volkswagen Beetle running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Carquest, Otto Zimmermann, Wearever, and even more.

Popular Carquest Wearever Brake Parts

You’ll find popular Carquest Wearever brand products across Brake Master Cylinders and Brake Pads and Shoes. All are waiting to get your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle back on the road. Some of the top-rated Carquest Wearever products in these categories are:
Brake Shoes
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Brake Shoes
Front Brake Pads and Shoes
BRAKE HOSE
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BRAKE HOSE
Brake Hoses

Top-Rated Carquest Wearever Brake Parts


If Carquest Wearever are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Carquest Wearever brand Brake Parts for your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, and some of our most reviewed Carquest Wearever parts include:
Brake Hold-Down Spring Cup
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Brake Hold-Down Spring Cup
Hold Down Spring Top Cup
Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder
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Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder
Brake Wheel Cylinders
Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder
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Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder
Brake Wheel Cylinders

FAQs for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Brake Parts

What are the most purchased Brake Parts for the 1978 Volkswagen Beetle?

Out of 19 Brake Parts for the 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, the most popular in our inventory are:
Drum Brake Hardware Combi-Kit
from $11.49
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Drum Brake Hardware Combi-Kit
Brake Hardware Kits
Coated Brake Drum
from $104.90
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Coated Brake Drum
Rear Brake Drums
Drum Brake Hardware Combi-Kit
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Drum Brake Hardware Combi-Kit
Brake Hardware Kits

What are the top-rated 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Brake Parts?

Top-rated Brake Parts for your 1978 Volkswagen Beetle based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Remanufactured Brake Master Cylinder
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Remanufactured Brake Master Cylinder
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