German Early Ball Joint Spindles | 1966–Mid-1968 VW Beetle & Ghia | 10mm Pattern, Powder Coated (#R53)

Refurbished Original German Early Ball Joint Spindles | 10mm Pattern (#R53)

Refurbished original German ball joint spindles for the early VW Beetle and Karmann Ghia — 1966 to mid-1968, with the 10mm tie rod hole pattern. Each spindle is inspected, media blasted, and powder coated semi-gloss black. Available as a pair or individually (driver's or passenger's side).

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (early ball joint, 10mm tie rod pattern): 1966 to mid-1968
• VW Karmann Ghia (early ball joint, 10mm tie rod pattern): 1966 to mid-1968

Why Choose Washburn's Metal?

We inspect, media blast, and powder coat original German spindles in-house, delivering genuine factory parts restored to a clean, durable finish.

Key Features & Benefits

• Genuine German: Original factory spindles, refurbished — not reproductions.
• Correct Early Pattern: 10mm tie rod hole pattern for 1966 to mid-1968 applications.
• Media Blasted & Powder Coated: Finished in durable semi-gloss black.
• Flexible Options: Buy as a pair or individually (driver's or passenger's side).

Technical Specifications

• Condition: Original German, refurbished
• Tie Rod Pattern: 10mm (early)
• Finish: Powder coated semi-gloss black
• Sold As: Pair (#R53A), driver's side (#R53D), or passenger's side (#R53P)
• Part Number: #R53

Frequently Asked Questions

• Are these sold as a pair or individually? Both — available as a pair (#R53A) or individually as driver's side (#R53D) or passenger's side (#R53P).
• What tie rod hole size do these use? 10mm — these are the early ball joint spindles for 1966 to mid-1968 Beetle and Karmann Ghia.

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