{"product_id":"empi-heavy-duty-irs-spring-plates-6-1-8-collar-1972-79-beetle-18-1074-0","title":"EMPI Heavy Duty IRS Spring Plates — 6-1\/8\\\" Collar, Pair | VW Beetle 1972–1979 (18-1074-0)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe EMPI Heavy Duty IRS Spring Plates are the definitive replacement for late-model \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"84\"\u003e1972–1979 Volkswagens\u003c\/b\u003e. These high-strength plates are designed to replace the original factory \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"179\"\u003esingle spring plate\u003c\/b\u003e style, offering a more robust and rigid foundation for your rear suspension. By upgrading to these heavy-duty units, you ensure better handling and more consistent alignment, whether you are restoring a stock daily driver or building a performance street machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eEngineered with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003e6 1\/8\" collar\u003c\/b\u003e, these plates are a precise match for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003e26 9\/16” torsion bars\u003c\/b\u003e. The heavy-gauge steel construction provides superior resistance to flexing and fatigue compared to aging OE units, making them an essential part of any rear-end refresh for late-model Type 1 chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eType 1 (Beetle\/Ghia)\u003c\/b\u003e models from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003e1972–1979\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuspension Type:\u003c\/b\u003e IRS (Independent Rear Suspension) only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollar Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 1\/8\" (Specifically for 26 9\/16\" torsion bars).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-duty replacement for the factory \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003esingle spring plate\u003c\/b\u003e style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as a matched pair (Left and Right).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44899675308147,"sku":"18-1074-0","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/18-1074-0-500x228.jpg?v=1777274005","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-heavy-duty-irs-spring-plates-6-1-8-collar-1972-79-beetle-18-1074-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}