{"product_id":"sway-a-way-vw-irs-axle-set-33-tooth-spline-sku-2017","title":"Sway-A-Way VW IRS Axle Set | 33-Tooth Spline (2017)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSway-A-Way VW IRS Axle Set | 33-Tooth Spline (2017)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSway-A-Way standard upgrade-length IRS axle set\u003c\/b\u003e in the high-performance Volkswagen IRS family, engineered to solve the common issue of CV joint failure in modified Volkswagens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are building a street-performance Beetle or a weekend woods buggy, these axles provide the durability needed for higher-than-stock torque loads.\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\u003eWhy Choose Sway-A-Way?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSway-A-Way forges these axles from solid high-strength alloy steel with significantly higher yield strength than OEM factory axles, through-hardens them for surface durability and torsional flexibility, and centerless grinds and powder-coats them for corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFloating spline design:\u003c\/b\u003e the 2 3\/8\" extended spline without a fixed shoulder allows the CV joint to float along the shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCV protection:\u003c\/b\u003e float accommodates the natural change in distance between the transaxle and the hub as the suspension moves, preventing the CV cage from shattering during heavy compression or full extension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-strength alloy steel:\u003c\/b\u003e forged solid, offering significantly higher yield strength than OEM factory axles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThrough-hardened \u0026amp; powder-coated:\u003c\/b\u003e for surface durability, torsional flexibility, and corrosion resistance.\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\u003eSpline:\u003c\/b\u003e 33-tooth (1.062\" OD, 2 3\/8\" spline length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFitment:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 1 (Beetle\/Bug), Type 2 (Bus\/Transporter), and Type 3 (Notchback, Squareback, Fastback) IRS models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCV Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e standard 33-spline CV joints (typically Type 1, 924\/944, or 002 styles)\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 centerless ground and powder-coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e one pair, with Spirol Lock circlips to secure the CV joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 2017 (SKU SAW-2017)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e refer to Sway-A-Way for axle length specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-year warranty\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 are the spline specifications?\u003c\/b\u003e The axles use a 33-tooth spline (1.062\" OD, 2 3\/8\" spline length) compatible with standard 33-spline CV joints (typically Type 1, 924\/944, or 002 styles).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is included?\u003c\/b\u003e The set includes a pair of VW IRS axles and Spirol Lock circlips to secure the CV joints.\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\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-super-beetle\"\u003eVW Super Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sway-A-Way","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45023763726451,"sku":"SAW-2017","price":411.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/image_1920_d70867c9-120f-420f-8c31-cf54204a5467.webp?v=1779331897","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/sway-a-way-vw-irs-axle-set-33-tooth-spline-sku-2017","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}