{"product_id":"empi-swing-axle-spring-plates-26-9-16-torsion-bar-vw-beetle-1961-1968-17-2662-0","title":"EMPI Heavy Duty Swing Axle Spring Plates 26-9\/16\" Torsion Bar VW Beetle \u0026 Ghia 1961-1968, Pair | EMPI #17-2662-0","description":"Restore or upgrade your VW's rear suspension with these EMPI Heavy Duty Swing Axle Spring Plates for 26-9\/16\" torsion bars. Built from heavy-gauge steel, these spring plates clamp to the torsion bar and support the swing axle, holding your rear suspension geometry in place. Sold as a pair — enough for both sides.\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpring plates take tremendous stress from road load, acceleration, and braking torque. OEM-style replacement plates are ideal for restoring a sagging or damaged rear end to correct ride height and geometry, while EMPI's heavy-duty construction offers improved durability over stock units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVW Beetle (Type 1) 1961–1968 with swing axle rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVW Karmann Ghia 1961–1968 with swing axle rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e26-9\/16\" torsion bar applications only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty steel construction — stronger than stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold as a pair (left and right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for 26-9\/16\" torsion bars (swing axle style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRestores correct ride height and rear suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on fit — no modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify your torsion bar size before ordering. These are for 26-9\/16\" bars used on swing axle (not IRS) applications from 1961–1968.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMPI | \u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17-2662-0\u003c\/p\u003e]]\u0026gt;","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67149815119987,"sku":"17-2662-0","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-swing-axle-spring-plates-26-9-16-torsion-bar-vw-beetle-1961-1968-17-2662-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}