{"product_id":"empi-heavy-duty-swing-axle-spring-plates-4-1-4-collar-pair-17-2660-0","title":"EMPI Heavy Duty Swing Axle Spring Plates — 4-1\/4\\\" Collar, Pair | VW Beetle 1949–1959 (17-2660-0)","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eHeavy Duty Spring Plate, Swing Axle 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 engineered for early classic Volkswagen models equipped with a swing axle rear suspension. Designed to replace the aging or fatigued factory plates, these heavy-duty units provide increased structural rigidity, ensuring more consistent suspension geometry and improved handling characteristics for both stock and performance-oriented builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eFeaturing a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003e4 1\/4\" collar\u003c\/b\u003e, these spring plates are precision-engineered to work with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003e24 11\/16” torsion bars\u003c\/b\u003e. By upgrading to these heavy-duty versions, you ensure your rear suspension can handle the stresses of modern driving while maintaining the classic feel of your early Beetle or Type 3.\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) models from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003e1949–1959\u003c\/b\u003e and Type 3 models from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003e1962–1967\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 Swing Axle 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 4 1\/4\" (Matched for 24 11\/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\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-duty reinforced steel for maximum durability.\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":44899664265331,"sku":"17-2660-0","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-2660-0-500x333.jpg?v=1777272400","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-heavy-duty-swing-axle-spring-plates-4-1-4-collar-pair-17-2660-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}