{"product_id":"irs-trailing-arm-conversion-brackets","title":"Swing-Axle to IRS Trailing Arm Conversion Brackets | VW Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 \u0026 Buggy | Weld-In (CH05)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSwing-Axle to IRS Trailing Arm Conversion Brackets | Air-Cooled VW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel #CH05\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConvert your swing-axle VW to \u003cb\u003eindependent rear suspension (IRS)\u003c\/b\u003e with the correct geometry the first time. These weld-in trailing arm conversion brackets locate your IRS trailing arms in the right position on a swing-axle pan, giving you the handling, ride quality, and durability upgrade that an IRS swap is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCNC-cut from \u003cb\u003ethick-gauge steel\u003c\/b\u003e for a strong, permanent foundation under your rear suspension — built to take street and off-road abuse on Bugs, Ghias, Type 3s, and Manx\/buggy builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e Swing-axle chassis being converted to IRS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManx \/ dune buggy\u003c\/b\u003e and custom flat-pan builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Do a Swing-to-IRS Conversion?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBetter handling:\u003c\/b\u003e IRS keeps the rear tires planted through corners and over bumps, eliminating the swing-axle \"jacking\" effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmoother ride:\u003c\/b\u003e Independent arms soak up road and trail irregularities far better than a swing axle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCorrect geometry built in:\u003c\/b\u003e Brackets are cut to locate the trailing arms properly so your conversion drives right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCNC-cut thick-gauge steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Strong, permanent foundation built for street and off-road abuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e CNC-cut thick-gauge steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/b\u003e Weld-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunction:\u003c\/b\u003e Locates IRS trailing arms on a swing-axle pan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e #CH05\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat do these brackets do?\u003c\/b\u003e They locate your IRS trailing arms in the correct position on a swing-axle pan, so a swing-to-IRS conversion has the right geometry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow do they install?\u003c\/b\u003e Weld-in installation for experienced fabricators. Correct placement is critical to suspension geometry — measure carefully and tack before final welding, or have a qualified shop perform the conversion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat do they fit?\u003c\/b\u003e Air-cooled VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia, and Type 3 swing-axle chassis, plus Manx\/dune buggy and custom flat-pan builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrading your rear suspension? Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/axles\"\u003eAxles\u003c\/a\u003e parts, or everything for your platform in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42105598345331,"sku":"CH05","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/20240723_162950.jpg?v=1721974677","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/irs-trailing-arm-conversion-brackets","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}