Cv Joint Race, Race Prepped For 930 CV, Each

OVERVIEW

In the world of off-road racing and high-performance air-cooled builds, the drivetrain is only as strong as its weakest link. The EMPI Race Prepped CV Joint Race for 930 CVs is engineered specifically for those who push their vehicles to the absolute limit. When you are navigating rugged terrain, launching over dunes, or competing in a desert race, the standard tolerances of a stock CV joint simply won''t cut it. This race-hardened component is designed to eliminate the common failure points found in factory-style races. By utilizing a "race prepped" design, this inner race features extra clearancing to allow for a looser, smoother fit. This prevents the binding and overheating that typically occurs when long-travel suspensions reach their maximum angles, ensuring that your power is delivered to the ground consistently without the fear of a catastrophic drivetrain failure.

Precision is everything when it comes to the 108mm 930 CV platform, which has become the industry standard for high-horsepower Sand Rails, Baja Bugs, and Manx-style buggies. This EMPI race is manufactured from high-grade, heat-treated steel to withstand the immense torsional loads generated by modified Volkswagen engines and transaxles. Whether you are running an 091 Bus box or a full-kill Mendeola transaxle, these races are designed to fit perfectly within original Lobro or EMPI 930 CV housings. By upgrading to a race-prepped inner race, you are investing in "finish-line insurance." You can''t win if you don''t finish, and this component is a critical piece of the puzzle for any builder who demands durability, reduced friction, and the ability to handle the extreme articulation required by modern off-road suspension geometries.

FITMENT

• Volkswagen Beetle: All years (When converted to 930 CV axles and drive flanges).
• Volkswagen Karmann Ghia: All years (When converted to 930 CV axles and drive flanges).
• Volkswagen Bus (Type 2): 1968-1979 (Requires 930-style conversion kits).
• Sand Rails & Dune Buggies: All custom chassis utilizing 930 (108mm) CV joints.
• Off-Road Race Cars: Class 1, Class 5-1600, and Class 10 applications using 930 CV components.
• Porsche 911/930: Compatible with standard 108mm 930 CV joint assemblies.

SPECS

• Part Number: 16-2629-0
• CV Joint Style: 930 (108mm Outer Diameter)
• Preparation: Race Prepped with extra clearancing for high-angle travel.
• Material: High-strength, heat-treated hardened steel alloy.
• Spline Count: 28-Spline internal bore for standard 930 axles.
• Compatibility: Designed for use with original Lobro and EMPI 930 CV Cages and Housings.
• Quantity: Sold Each (One race per CV joint).
• Weight: Approximately 0.6 lbs.

PRO TIPS

1. Proper Lubrication is Non-Negotiable

When installing a race-prepped CV component, never use standard multi-purpose grease. For high-angle, high-heat applications like those found in 930 joints, you must use a high-content Molybdenum Disulfide (Moly) grease. We recommend using a grease with at least 3% to 5% Moly content. This creates a solid lubricant film on the metal surfaces, which is critical because the "race prepped" looser fit relies on a consistent grease barrier to prevent metal-on-metal galling during high-speed rotation and extreme suspension cycling.

2. Verify Clocking and Phasing

During assembly, pay close attention to the "clocking" of the inner race relative to the outer cage. The 930 CV joint must be assembled so that the large windows of the cage align with the wider sections of the race. If you force the assembly or align it incorrectly, the joint will bind immediately upon rotation. Before installing the axle onto the vehicle, always cycle the joint by hand through its full range of motion to ensure there is no "snagging" or resistance. Because this is a race-prepped part, it should feel smoother than a standard race, but it still requires perfect alignment to function correctly.

3. Routine Inspection for Pitting

Even though these races are hardened for racing, the extreme environment of off-roading means they should be treated as wear items. Every season, or after a major race event, you should tear down your CV joints, clean them thoroughly in a parts washer, and inspect the race surfaces for "pitting" or "frosting." If you see any signs of the metal surface flaking or showing small indentations, replace the race immediately. Catching a worn race during a bench inspection is much cheaper than replacing a broken axle, CV housing, and potentially a damaged transaxle case out on the trail.