VW IRS Stub Axle Bearing Retainer Cap | Refurbished Original German (1969+)

Short answer: This is a refurbished original German IRS stub axle bearing retainer cap (#R40), sold individually with two needed per car. It fits 1969–1979 VW Beetle, 1969–1974 Karmann Ghia, 1969–1973 Type 3 and 1973–1974 Thing with IRS.

An original German IRS stub axle bearing retainer cap, media blasted and powder coated. Two are required per car; sold individually.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (IRS): 1969–1979
• VW Karmann Ghia (IRS): 1969–1974
• VW Type 3 (IRS): 1969–1973
• VW Thing: 1973–1974

Why Choose Washburn's Metal?

We take original German caps, media blast and powder coat them for a clean, corrosion-resistant finish ready to reinstall.

Key Features & Benefits

• Original German: Genuine factory part.
• Media Blasted & Powder Coated: Clean, durable finish.
• Sold Individually: Two required per car.

Technical Specifications

• Origin: Original German
• Condition: Refurbished (media blasted, powder coated)
• Sold As: Individual (two required per car)
• Fits: 1969 & later IRS
• Part Number: #R40
• Boxed Dimensions: 6 x 6 x 2 in (approx.)

Frequently Asked Questions

• How many do I need? Two are required per car; they are sold individually.
• Which cars use this? 1969–1979 Beetle, 1969–1974 Ghia, 1969–1973 Type 3 and 1973–1974 Thing with IRS.
• What is the part number? Washburn's Metal #R40.

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