Parking Brake Lever, Restoration Line — Internal Drum, Driver's Left, Refurbished German | VW Beetle 1958–1979 (#R70)
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Parking Brake Lever — Internal Drum, Driver's Left Side, Refurbished German
The #R70 is a refurbished original German parking brake lever for the driver's left rear drum of the 1958–1979 VW Beetle. It sits inside the drum and actuates the brake shoes when the parking brake is pulled. Each lever is powder coated semi-gloss black for corrosion resistance. Sold as one lever.
Part numbers: Washburn's Metal #R70 (R70) — driver's left side.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1958–1979 | VW Type 1 Beetle | Driver's left rear drum |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Origin | Original German (OE) |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Finish | Powder coated semi-gloss black |
| Side | Driver's left |
| Location | Internal rear drum |
| Part number | #R70 |
| Shipping box | 6 x 4 x 2 in (estimated) |
Why It Matters
This is the lever inside the drum that pushes the shoes when the parking brake is engaged. A refurbished factory lever — not a reproduction — keeps that actuation correct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which side is the R70 parking brake lever for?
The driver's left rear drum.
Is this parking brake lever original or a reproduction?
It is an original German lever that has been refurbished.
What does the internal parking brake lever do?
It sits inside the rear drum and actuates the brake shoes when the parking brake is engaged.
Does this fit a 1967 VW Beetle?
Yes. It fits the driver's left rear drum on 1958–1979 Beetles.
What is the part number?
#R70.
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Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
