OEM VW IRS Rear Shock Tower Repair Section | Beetle, Super Beetle & Ghia | German Steel (Left/Right)

OEM VW IRS Rear Shock Tower Repair Sections | Genuine German Steel (1969–1979)

Repair your chassis with genuine German steel. These original IRS rear shock tower sections are harvested from donor vehicles to provide a structural, factory-correct solution for rusted or damaged mounting points.

Vehicle Fitment

Correct for all Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) models:

• Beetle (Sedan & Convertible): 1969–1979
• Super Beetle: 1971–1979
• Karmann Ghia: 1969–1974
• 1968 Auto-Stick models

Why Choose Washburn's Metal?

Original German sections carry the superior gauge and factory geometry that thin aftermarket reproductions can't match, so your suspension mounting points stay exactly as the factory intended.

Key Features & Benefits

• Original German (OEM): Superior gauge and fitment compared to thin aftermarket reproductions.
• Weld-Ready: Precision cut to a functional length, media blasted to bare metal, and finished in a high-quality powder coat primer.
• Inspected: Guaranteed to be structurally sound with no rot or damage to the shock mounts or trailing arm brackets.

Technical Specifications

• Origin: Genuine Original German (OEM) donor sections.
• Finish: Media blasted to bare metal, powder coat primer.
• Sold As: Single section — choose Left or Right.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is welding required to install this? Yes — professional welding and fabrication are required for installation.
• Are these original German parts? Yes — they are original German (OEM) sections harvested from donor vehicles, not aftermarket reproductions.
• Do I get both sides? No — each unit is a single section; select Left or Right when ordering.

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