Solid Transmission Mount Kit with Straps — VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia & Type 3

Short answer: This is a solid (non-rubber) transmission mount kit with straps and all hardware for 1961–1979 VW Beetle, 1961–1974 Karmann Ghia and 1962–1973 Type 3, for a more direct drivetrain feel (#CH86).

This solid (non-rubber) transmission mount kit with mounting straps eliminates the compliance of rubber mounts for a more direct drivetrain feel. It includes all hardware needed for installation.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle: 1961–1979
• Karmann Ghia: 1961–1974
• VW Type 3: 1962–1973

Key Features & Benefits

• Solid, non-rubber design: eliminates the compliance of rubber mounts.
• More direct drivetrain feel: tighter connection between engine and chassis.
• Includes mounting straps: supplied with all hardware needed for installation.

Technical Specifications

• Part number: #CH86
• Type: Solid (non-rubber) transmission mount kit
• Includes: Mounting straps and all installation hardware
• Sold as: Kit

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this rubber or solid? Solid — a non-rubber mount that eliminates rubber compliance.
• Does it include hardware? Yes — it includes mounting straps and all hardware needed for installation.
• Does this fit a 1967 VW Beetle? Yes. The #CH86 kit fits the 1961–1979 VW Beetle, the 1961–1974 Karmann Ghia and the 1962–1973 Type 3.
• What is the part number? Washburn's Metal #CH86.

Explore Related Categories

Drivetrain & Transmission, Transaxle Components, VW Beetle

Made In-House by Washburn's Metal

This part is designed and fabricated in-house at our Orange, California shop rather than sourced from an overseas catalog supplier — we control the material, the tolerances, and the finish start to finish. If you run into a fitment question specific to your build (shortened chassis, buggy conversion, non-stock transaxle, etc.), contact us before installing and we can walk through it with you.

The Washburn's Metal Difference

Washburn's Metal is a family-run air-cooled VW & Porsche specialist shop — every part we sell is inspected before it ships, and our team is on hand by phone or email if you have a fitment question before or after you order. We stand behind what we sell: if a part doesn't fit as described, reach out and we'll make it right.

Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.

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.