{"product_id":"empi-heavy-duty-irs-spring-plates-6-1-8-collar-pair-17-2667-0","title":"EMPI Heavy Duty IRS Spring Plates — 6-1\/8\" Collar, Pair | VW Beetle, Type 3 1968–1971 (17-2667-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Heavy Duty IRS Spring Plates — 6-1\/8\" Collar (Pair)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cb\u003eEMPI Heavy Duty Spring Plates\u003c\/b\u003e are designed for the Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) found on late-model classic Volkswagens. These single-style plates are a high-strength upgrade that replaces the original, prone-to-wear dual spring plate design used by the factory, providing a more rigid and predictable suspension feel for both stock restorations and performance builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed with a \u003cb\u003e6 1\/8\" collar\u003c\/b\u003e, these plates are precision-matched for \u003cb\u003e26 9\/16\" torsion bars\u003c\/b\u003e. By simplifying the rear suspension architecture, these heavy-duty units ensure better power delivery and more consistent alignment under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBeetle \u0026amp; Karmann Ghia (Type 1, IRS):\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEMPI machines these plates as a direct replacement for the factory dual spring plate style, giving IRS Volkswagens a more rigid and predictable rear end than worn original units.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect upgrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Replaces the prone-to-wear factory dual spring plate design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRigid feel:\u003c\/b\u003e More predictable suspension response under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMatched pair:\u003c\/b\u003e Left and right supplied together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuspension type:\u003c\/b\u003e IRS (Independent Rear Suspension) only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollar size:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 1\/8\" (designed for 26 9\/16\" torsion bars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e Matched pair (left and right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart number:\u003c\/b\u003e 17-2667-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre these sold individually or as a pair?\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as a matched pair (left and right).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat collar and torsion bar size do these use?\u003c\/b\u003e A 6 1\/8\" collar, precision-matched for 26 9\/16\" torsion bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill these fit swing axle cars?\u003c\/b\u003e No — they are for IRS (Independent Rear Suspension) only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShop more parts for your build: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-type-3\"\u003eVW Type 3\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44899663839347,"sku":"17-2667-0","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-2667-0-500x228.jpg?v=1777272247","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-heavy-duty-irs-spring-plates-6-1-8-collar-pair-17-2667-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}