{"product_id":"febi-bilstein-lower-ball-joint-vw-air-cooled","title":"Febi Bilstein Lower Ball Joint | VW Beetle 1966–1979 \u0026 Karmann Ghia 1966–1974 | Front Lower (131-405-371G)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eFebi Bilstein Lower Ball Joint | VW Air-Cooled Front Lower (131-405-371G)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eComplete your front-end restoration with the \u003cb\u003eLower Ball Joint\u003c\/b\u003e from \u003cb\u003eFebi Bilstein\u003c\/b\u003e. As the primary load-bearing pivot in your Volkswagen's suspension, the lower joint endures the most stress and weight. This German-engineered replacement is pre-greased with a sealed dust boot. \u003cb\u003eSold individually — each vehicle uses two.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1979 (standard ball-joint front beam, non-Super Beetle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e With ball-joint front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Febi Bilstein?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufactured to OE-matching quality standards, featuring a high oil-content rubber boot that resists cracking and drying better than budget alternatives — restoring stability, safety, and a smooth, factory-fresh ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLoad-Bearing Strength:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike the upper joint, the lower joint supports the full weight of the vehicle and absorbs road impacts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e High-strength steel housing designed for a precise press-fit into the lower trailing arms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePre-Lubricated:\u003c\/b\u003e Comes pre-greased with a sealed dust boot to keep out debris and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirectional Install:\u003c\/b\u003e The alignment notches mark the travel of the joint and must point toward the front and rear of the car, perpendicular to the trailing arm.\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\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Febi Bilstein (Germany)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOE Part Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 131-405-371G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Front Lower (Left or Right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-Duty Steel with Rubber Boot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/b\u003e Press-in style (directional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold each — 2 required per vehicle\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\u003eIs the lower ball joint directional?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. The alignment notches must point toward the front and rear of the car, perpendicular to the trailing arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow many do I need?\u003c\/b\u003e Sold individually — each vehicle uses two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it fit a Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No. This fits standard ball-joint front beams (non-Super Beetle) from 1966 onward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRebuilding your front end? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering\u003c\/a\u003e, and our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eVW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44318543315059,"sku":"131-405-371G","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/20250410LOWERBALLJOINT_8c9f9240-a1e9-4ca6-a8e4-ddd0bc8f7124.jpg?v=1771408777","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/febi-bilstein-lower-ball-joint-vw-air-cooled","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}