{"product_id":"sway-a-way-vw-irs-axle-set-33-tooth-spline-18-3-4","title":"Sway-A-Way VW IRS Axle Set | VW Beetle, Super Beetle \u0026 Buggy | 33-Spline, 18 3\/4\" (SAW-2018)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSway-A-Way VW IRS Axle Set — 33-Spline — 18 3\/4\" (SAW-2018)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eSway-A-Way VW IRS Axle Set\u003c\/b\u003e is a specialized axle solution for high-performance Volkswagen \u003cb\u003eIndependent Rear Suspension (IRS)\u003c\/b\u003e setups. Its \u003cb\u003eextended spline design\u003c\/b\u003e removes the inboard shoulder, allowing the CV joint to float along the shaft — critical for long-travel off-road buggies or lowered street cars to prevent the CV cage from bottoming out during extreme suspension articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\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\u003eBuggy IRS Builds:\u003c\/b\u003e All Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtended Spline Design:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 3\/8\" long spline without a shoulder lets the CV slide freely, eliminating cage breakage caused by axle bind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThrough-Hardened:\u003c\/b\u003e Heat treated for a balance of surface hardness and core flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCenterless Ground:\u003c\/b\u003e Consistent diameter and smooth surface finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBroad Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Works with standard 33-spline CV joints (typically Type 1 or Type 2 \/ 002 styles).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e High-Performance IRS Rear Axle Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 18 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpline:\u003c\/b\u003e 33-Tooth (1.062\" OD, 2 3\/8\" spline length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid high-strength alloy steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Industrial-grade powder coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair (includes Spirol Lock circlips)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 2018 (SAW-2018)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat CV joints are these axles compatible with?\u003c\/b\u003e They are designed to work with standard 33-spline CV joints, typically Type 1 or Type 2 \/ 002 styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre these axles sold as a pair?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. Each set includes a pair of VW IRS axles along with Spirol Lock circlips to secure the CV joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/axles\"\u003eAxles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sway-A-Way","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45023763923059,"sku":"SAW-2018","price":411.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/image_1920_a0baff3d-0dd8-49dd-b8a7-63e69ccd5758.webp?v=1779331915","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/sway-a-way-vw-irs-axle-set-33-tooth-spline-18-3-4","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}