{"product_id":"jaycee-billet-spring-plate-retainer","title":"JayCee Billet Spring Plate Retainer | VW Beetle \u0026 Karmann Ghia Rear Suspension | 6061-T6 Billet (JC-2253-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eJayCee Billet Spring Plate Retainer | 6061-T6 Rear Suspension\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJayCee's \u003cb\u003ebillet spring plate retainer\u003c\/b\u003e is a direct replacement for the stock spring plate clip that tends to crack or loosen over time. It is CNC-machined from \u003cb\u003e6061-T6\u003c\/b\u003e and hard-anodized for durability, and keeps your spring plate properly seated at the correct ride height.\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 1946–1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1955–1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 1 rear spring plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose JayCee?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine JayCee product, CNC machined in Anaheim, CA, from 6061-T6 aluminum rather than cast or imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect Replacement:\u003c\/b\u003e Eliminates cracked or loose OEM spring plate clips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBillet Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHolds Ride Height:\u003c\/b\u003e Keeps the spring plate at its set ride height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThree Finishes:\u003c\/b\u003e Hard-anodized in Black, Blue, or Red.\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 6061-T6 Aircraft Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Hard Anodized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 1 Rear Spring Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Numbers:\u003c\/b\u003e JC-2253-0, JC-2254-0, JC-2255-0\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 does this retainer replace?\u003c\/b\u003e It is a direct replacement for the stock spring plate clip that tends to crack or loosen over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat does it do?\u003c\/b\u003e It keeps the spring plate properly seated at the correct ride height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/b\u003e Hard-anodized in Black, Blue, or Red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece is CNC-machined from solid 6061-T6 billet aluminum stock, which is why restorers and builders specify JayCee chassis hardware by name over stamped-steel factory-style replacements — the billet construction resists the corrosion and fatigue that eventually take out OEM-style parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm fit against your specific chassis before final installation and torque fasteners to a snug, even preload. Anti-seize on threaded fasteners is good practice on any aluminum-to-steel connection exposed to weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking on the rear end? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/axles\"\u003eAxles\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JayCee","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":45027227336819,"sku":"JC-2254-0","price":340.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":45027227369587,"sku":"JC-2255-0","price":340.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":45027227402355,"sku":"JC-2253-0","price":340.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/JC-2254-0.jpg?v=1779457284","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/jaycee-billet-spring-plate-retainer","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}