{"product_id":"empi-heavy-duty-irs-spring-plates-6-1-8-collar-pair-17-2667-0","title":"EMPI Heavy Duty IRS Spring Plates — 6-1\/8\\\" Collar, Pair | VW Beetle, Type 3 1968–1971 (17-2667-0)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eHeavy Duty Spring Plate, IRS Suspension\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThese \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"6\"\u003eEMPI Heavy Duty Spring Plates\u003c\/b\u003e are designed for the Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) found on late-model classic Volkswagens. These single-style plates are a high-strength upgrade that replaces the original, prone-to-wear dual spring plate design used by the factory. They provide a more rigid and predictable suspension feel, making them a standard choice for both stock restorations and performance builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eConstructed with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e6 1\/8\" collar\u003c\/b\u003e, these plates are precision-matched for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003e26 9\/16” torsion bars\u003c\/b\u003e. By simplifying the rear suspension architecture, these heavy-duty units ensure better power delivery and more consistent alignment under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits Type 1 (Beetle\/Ghia) and Type 3 models from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003e1968–1971\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" 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=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollar Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 1\/8\" (Designed for 26 9\/16\" torsion bars).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUpgrade Path:\u003c\/b\u003e Direct replacement for factory dual spring plate styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" 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":44899663839347,"sku":"17-2667-0","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-2667-0-500x228.jpg?v=1777272247","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-heavy-duty-irs-spring-plates-6-1-8-collar-pair-17-2667-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}