Washburn's Metal Five-Speed Transaxle Conversion Tub | VW Beetle Early Package Tray

Short answer: This is a Washburn's Metal conversion tub that reshapes the early package tray to clear a taller Berg 5-speed transaxle. It fits the VW Beetle (Type 1) with the early package tray.

Swapping a Berg 5-speed transaxle into an early Beetle? This conversion tub reshapes the early package tray to provide the proper clearance the taller 5-speed gearbox needs, letting you run the upgraded transaxle without clearance headaches.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (Type 1): 1949–1979 — early package tray; confirm your tray style before cutting

Why Choose Washburn's Metal?

This is a custom fabrication piece made in-house by Washburn's Metal, purpose-built for the Berg 5-speed conversion.

Key Features & Benefits

• 5-Speed Clearance: Provides proper clearance for a Berg 5-speed transaxle in the early package tray area.
• Direct Fit: Designed specifically for early Beetle package trays.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: #BY03
• Manufacturer: Washburn's Metal

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this fit my VW Beetle? It is listed for the VW Beetle (Type 1), 1949–1979, with the early package tray.
• What number do I order it by? Part number BY03.
• Who makes this? Washburn's Metal designs and builds it in-house in Orange, CA.
• Does this fit a 1967 VW Beetle? It is listed for the VW Beetle (Type 1), 1949–1979, with the early package tray. Confirm your package tray style before cutting.

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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.