{"product_id":"german-oem-ball-joint-beam-fully-restored-spindle-to-spindle","title":"Restored German OEM Ball Joint Beam — Spindle-to-Spindle | VW Beetle 1966–1977, Ghia 1966–1974","description":"\u003cp\u003eElevate your restoration with the structural integrity only a genuine German core can provide. This isn't a thin-walled reproduction — it's a heavy-duty, German-engineered front beam, meticulously stripped and rebuilt for the purist who demands safety and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeetle (Type 1):\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1977 (ball joint front end era)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKarmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1974\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Restoration Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecision Inspection:\u003c\/b\u003e Every core is measured for perfect straightness and structural integrity before the process begins. If it isn't perfect, it doesn't make the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeep Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Beams are fully dismantled, washed, dipped, and media blasted to white metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePremium Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e We use \u003cb\u003eCardinal Semi-Gloss Powder Coat\u003c\/b\u003e, chosen for its high UV protection and extreme durability against road debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeaf Pack Blueprinting:\u003c\/b\u003e Both leaf packs are completely disassembled and cleaned. We wire-wheel each individual spring to inspect for stress cracks or chips. Only the \"perfect\" leaves are reassembled into the final pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComponent Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeam Core\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine German OEM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eArms \u0026amp; Spindles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine German, Inspected \u0026amp; Powder Coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBall Joints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium High-Grade Italian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZinc-Coated German Grub Screws \u0026amp; Nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis assembly is sold \u003cb\u003espindle-to-spindle\u003c\/b\u003e. It is ready to bolt onto your chassis and accept your braking system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTip:\u003c\/b\u003e Complete the refresh with one of our \u003cb\u003eRestored German Steering Boxes\u003c\/b\u003e, available separately in our online store to ensure your steering feel is as crisp as your suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/b\u003e Complete spindle-to-spindle assembly: German OEM beam core, inspected and powder-coated German arms and spindles, premium Italian ball joints, zinc-coated German hardware, and blueprinted leaf packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes this fit a swing-axle (pre-1966) Bug?\u003c\/b\u003e No — this is the ball joint front end for 1966 and later. For king-pin front ends we offer separate units. Contact us for king-pin options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill it fit my Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No — Super Beetles use a MacPherson strut front end. This beam fits standard Type 1 Beetles and Karmann Ghias only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I need to swap brake parts?\u003c\/b\u003e The beam is ready to accept your existing brake assemblies (drums or disc conversions). Brakes are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's the shipping situation?\u003c\/b\u003e Due to weight and size, ships via freight only. Local pickup available in Orange, CA at no charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the leaf pack adjustable?\u003c\/b\u003e The beam comes with stock-height leaf packs. For adjustable ride height, see our adjustable beam options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the weight and dimensions of these assemblies, they are shipped via freight or available for local pickup in Orange, California.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44441230475379,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/BallJointBeamGerman.png?v=1773123927","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/german-oem-ball-joint-beam-fully-restored-spindle-to-spindle","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}