{"product_id":"empi-left-drive-axle-assembly-vw-type-2-bus-1968-1979-a-t-irs-18-pn-90-6901-0","title":"EMPI Left Drive Axle Assembly | VW Type 2 Bus (1968–1979) A\/T IRS | 18\" (90-6901-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Left (Driver-Side) Drive Axle Assembly — VW Type 2 Bus (1968–1979) A\/T IRS | 18\" (90-6901-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cb\u003eEMPI 90-6901-0\u003c\/b\u003e is a \u003cb\u003e100% brand-new\u003c\/b\u003e left (driver-side) drive axle assembly for 1968–1979 Volkswagen Type 2 Bus and Transporter models equipped with an \u003cb\u003eAutomatic Transmission\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eIRS (Independent Rear Suspension)\u003c\/b\u003e. There is no core charge and no rebuilt-core compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach assembly ships fully built with CV joints, boots, and high-temp grease installed, manufactured by EMPI to meet or exceed original equipment standards for smooth power delivery and long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Bus \/ Transporter (Type 2):\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1979 — Automatic Transmission with IRS only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI is one of the most established names in air-cooled Volkswagen driveline parts. This axle is manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment standards, so you get consistent fitment and reliable service life rather than the unknown history of a rebuilt core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e100% New:\u003c\/b\u003e Brand-new assembly with no core charge or exchange required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication-Specific:\u003c\/b\u003e Built for the left (driver's) side of A\/T, IRS-equipped Type 2 models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady to Install:\u003c\/b\u003e Supplied fully assembled with CV joints, boots, and high-temp grease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurable Power Delivery:\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured to meet or exceed OE standards for smooth, long-term operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% New (No Core Charge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 2 Bus (1968–1979)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTransmission:\u003c\/b\u003e Automatic Transmission (A\/T) only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuspension Type:\u003c\/b\u003e IRS (Independent Rear Suspension)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Left (Driver Side)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 18\" (457mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully assembled axle with CV joints, boots, and high-temp grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 90-6901-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs a core exchange required?\u003c\/b\u003e No. This is a 100% new assembly with no core charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhich side does this fit?\u003c\/b\u003e The left (driver's) side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it fit a manual-transmission Bus?\u003c\/b\u003e No. This axle is for automatic-transmission, IRS-equipped Type 2 models only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild out your drivetrain with related parts: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/axles\"\u003eAxles\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/transaxle-components\"\u003eTransaxle Components\u003c\/a\u003e, and browse everything for your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-bus\"\u003eVW Bus\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44482439512179,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/90-6901-0-500x333_1.jpg?v=1774564513","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-left-drive-axle-assembly-vw-type-2-bus-1968-1979-a-t-irs-18-pn-90-6901-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}