Steel Framehorn Bolt — Black Oxide, Factory Spec, Each | VW Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, Type 3 & Thing (#A06-S)
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Steel Framehorn Bolt — Black Oxide, Factory Spec with Integrated Washer Face (#A06-S)
Short answer: Washburn's Metal #A06-S is a factory-spec black oxide steel frame horn (rear cradle) bolt with an integrated washer face, the bolt that holds the rear cradle to the pan. It fits all swing-axle and IRS air-cooled VW chassis: Beetle 1949–1979, Bus 1950–1979, Karmann Ghia 1956–1974, Type 3 1962–1973 and Thing 1973–1974. Sold each.
Part numbers: Washburn's Metal #A06-S
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1949–1979 | VW Beetle | Swing axle or IRS |
| 1950–1979 | VW Bus | |
| 1956–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia | |
| 1962–1973 | VW Type 3 | |
| 1973–1974 | VW Thing |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Steel |
| Finish | Black oxide |
| Feature | Integrated washer face |
| Specification | Matches original VW factory spec |
| Sold as | Each |
| Part number | #A06-S |
| Manufacturer | Washburn's Metal (Orange, California) |
What's Included
- One frame horn bolt
Not Included
- Separate washer (not needed — the bolt has an integrated washer face)
Why It Matters
The bolt that holds the rear cradle to the pan is not the place to gamble on unknown hardware. This one is made to match the original factory specification, and the built-in washer face spreads clamping load without a separate washer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the A06-S framehorn bolt sold individually or as a set?
Each bolt is sold individually.
Does the framehorn bolt fit both swing-axle and IRS VW chassis?
Yes — it fits all swing-axle and IRS air-cooled VW chassis.
Do I need a separate washer with the framehorn bolt?
No — the bolt has an integrated washer face.
Who makes the A06-S framehorn bolt?
Washburn's Metal manufactures it to factory spec at our shop in Orange, California.
What is the part number?
Washburn's Metal #A06-S (steel, sold each).
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Made In-House by Washburn's Metal
This part is made in-house at our Orange, California shop rather than sourced from an overseas catalog supplier — we control the material, the finish, and the spec start to finish. If you run into a fitment question specific to your build, contact us before installing and we can walk through it with you.
Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
