Restored German OEM Ball Joint Beam | VW Beetle 1966–1977 & Ghia 1966–1974 | Spindle-to-Spindle

Restored German OEM Ball Joint Beam | VW Beetle 1966–1977 & Karmann Ghia 1966–1974 | Spindle-to-Spindle

Elevate your restoration with the structural integrity only a genuine German core can provide. This isn't a thin-walled reproduction — it's a heavy-duty, German-engineered front beam, meticulously stripped and rebuilt for the purist who demands safety and longevity.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (Type 1): 1966–1977 (ball joint front end era)
• Karmann Ghia: 1966–1974

Why Choose Washburn's Metal?

Every beam is built from a genuine German OEM core and rebuilt in-house through a documented restoration process, so you get factory-grade steel with a fresh, road-ready finish.

Key Features & Benefits

• Precision Inspection: Every core is measured for perfect straightness and structural integrity — if it isn't perfect, it doesn't make the cut.
• Deep Cleaning: Beams are fully dismantled, washed, dipped, and media blasted to white metal.
• Premium Finish: Cardinal Semi-Gloss Powder Coat for high UV protection and durability against road debris.
• Leaf Pack Blueprinting: Both leaf packs are disassembled and cleaned; each spring is wire-wheeled and inspected for cracks, and only perfect leaves are reassembled.
• Ready to Bolt On: Sold spindle-to-spindle, ready to accept your braking system.

Technical Specifications

• Beam Core: Genuine German OEM
• Arms & Spindles: Genuine German, inspected & powder coated
• Ball Joints: Premium high-grade Italian
• Hardware: Zinc-coated German grub screws & nuts
• Sold As: Complete spindle-to-spindle assembly
• Shipping: Freight only due to weight and size; local pickup available in Orange, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this a genuine German beam or a reproduction? 100% genuine German OEM. We start with original German factory ball-joint cores, inspect them for straightness, then media blast and powder coat.
• Does this come ready to install on my chassis? Yes. Sold spindle-to-spindle - includes the beam, both upper and lower arms, the spindles, new Italian ball joints, and zinc-coated grub screws.
• What years and models does this fit? It fits VW Type 1 Beetle 1966-1977 and Karmann Ghia 1966-1974 - anything with a ball-joint front suspension (drum or disc).
• Why German OEM instead of new aftermarket? Original German steel is thicker-walled and more dimensionally consistent than current reproductions.
• How does it ship at 155 lbs? Due to weight and length, the beam ships via freight (LTL). Local pickup is also available at our shop in Orange, California.

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