{"product_id":"genuine-vw-front-right-brake-backing-plate-powder-coated-113-609-440e","title":"VW Front Right Brake Backing Plate, Restoration Line — Powder-Coated OEM | Beetle 1968–1977, Super Beetle 1971–1979 \u0026 Ghia 1967–1974 (113-609-440E)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGenuine VW Front Right Brake Backing Plate — Powder-Coated OEM (113-609-440E)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a genuine OEM VW front right (passenger side) drum brake backing plate, part 113-609-440E, with the 4-bolt mounting pattern Volkswagen adopted for the 1968 model year. It is a salvaged factory core, inspected, media-blasted to bare metal and finished in semi-gloss black powder coat, for the 1968–1977 Beetle and 1971–1979 Super Beetle. Sold individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e VW 113 609 440E \/ 113609440E \/ 113-609-440E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968–1977\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Beetle (standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront right (passenger side), drum brake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1971–1979\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Super Beetle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront right (passenger side), drum brake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1967–1974\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Karmann Ghia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs listed; confirm with us, since the 4-bolt pattern is stated from 1968\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront right (passenger side)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrake type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-bolt pattern (from the 1968 model year)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjuster bosses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare-style reinforcement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal heavy-gauge steel (genuine OEM factory core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia-blasted, semi-gloss black powder coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e113-609-440E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividually, one plate per order\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 x 10 x 3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne front right brake backing plate\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike flimsy modern reproductions, the original heavy-gauge steel core offers superior rigidity for the brake shoes to press against, helping prevent a spongy pedal feel. Each plate is checked for warping, elongated bolt holes and heavy pitting, then powder coated in a finish that resists brake fluid, road salt and heat far better than standard spray paint. The square adjuster bosses help the adjusters stay seated during maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eClean threads and mounting surfaces mean it is ready to bolt on.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this VW brake backing plate a reproduction or a restored original?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a genuine OEM factory core that has been media-blasted to bare metal and refinished in semi-gloss black powder coat, not a thin aftermarket reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich side does the 113-609-440E backing plate fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront right (passenger side), with the 4-bolt mounting pattern Volkswagen used from the 1968 model year onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Beetles does it fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1968–1977 standard Beetle and the 1971–1979 Super Beetle, front right drum brake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it sold individually or as a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividually. One plate per order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it finished?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedia-blasted to bare metal and refinished in semi-gloss black powder coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the part number?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVW 113-609-440E (113 609 440E).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated categories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestoring your drum brakes? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/brakes\"\u003eBrakes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-super-beetle\"\u003eVW Super Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWARNING: 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44282861158515,"sku":"113-609-440E","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/R61FRONTRIGHT-PASSENGER20251021_173648ABW.jpg?v=1770521952","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/genuine-vw-front-right-brake-backing-plate-powder-coated-113-609-440e","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}