{"product_id":"polished-billet-irs-bearing-retainers-show-quality-chassis-parts","title":"Polished Billet IRS Bearing Retainers (Pair) | VW Beetle, Super Beetle \u0026 Ghia IRS | 6061-T6 Mirror Polish","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolished Billet IRS Bearing Retainers — Show-Quality 6061-T6 Pair\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your chassis build from standard to show-stopper. While factory retainers are often the forgotten, \"ugly\" components of a drivetrain, these show-quality pieces are made for builders who believe the bottom of the car should look just as prestigious as the paint and interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting from \u003cb\u003ehigh-grade 6061 billet aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e, each retainer is precision-machined to exacting tolerances for a flawless bearing seat, then taken through a multi-stage polishing process to a deep, mirror-like finish that rivals the finest chrome. A signature laser-etched \"King\" logo finishes the look.\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 (IRS):\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1979.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1971–1979.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia (IRS):\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1974.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMirror-Polished Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Multi-stage polish for a deep, chrome-like shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStructural Webbed Design:\u003c\/b\u003e High-rigidity design for performance applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision-Machined Seat:\u003c\/b\u003e Exacting tolerances for a flawless bearing fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSignature Branding:\u003c\/b\u003e Laser-etched \"King\" logo for authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSold as a Pair.\u003c\/b\u003e\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-grade billet aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Ultra-high mirror polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFitment:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard IRS (Independent Rear Suspension) bearing housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Structural high-rigidity webbed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e Signature laser-etched branding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair\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 material are these made from?\u003c\/b\u003e High-grade 6061-T6 aircraft-grade billet aluminum, precision-machined and mirror-polished.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat do they fit?\u003c\/b\u003e Standard IRS (Independent Rear Suspension) bearing housings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre they sold individually or as a pair?\u003c\/b\u003e They are sold as a pair.\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\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44958199414899,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/IMG_2974.png?v=1778546056","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/polished-billet-irs-bearing-retainers-show-quality-chassis-parts","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}