{"product_id":"vw-beetle-hood-emblem-reinforcement-plate-1952-1967","title":"VW Beetle Hood Emblem Reinforcement Plate | Long-Hood Beetle 1952–1967 | Laser-Cut Steel (#BY04)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle Hood Emblem Reinforcement Plate | Long-Hood 1952–1967\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEliminate hood flex and protect your restoration.\u003c\/b\u003e This inner structure support plate is a critical but often overlooked component for \"Long Hood\" VW Beetles. It provides the necessary structural backing for the front hood emblem, preventing the thin sheet metal from oil-canning or fatiguing due to vibration and wind pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout this reinforcement, the area around the emblem mounting holes is prone to stress cracks and paint failure. This plate provides a rigid, flat surface for your emblem clips to seat against, ensuring your Wolfsburg crest or VW roundel stays perfectly centered and secure.\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 (Sedan \u0026amp; Convertible):\u003c\/b\u003e 1952–1967, all \"Long Hood\" models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Not compatible with 1968+ \"Short Hood\" or Super Beetle models.\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\u003eStructural Support:\u003c\/b\u003e Adds essential rigidity to the underside of the front hood at the emblem mounting location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Cut:\u003c\/b\u003e Laser-cut for a clean finish and accurate fitment against the factory hood curvature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuality Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Fabricated from heavy-duty raw steel, ready for welding, epoxy bonding, or seam sealer during your bodywork phase.\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 Heavy-duty raw steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturing:\u003c\/b\u003e Laser-cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e #BY04.\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 does this plate do?\u003c\/b\u003e It adds rigidity behind the front hood emblem, giving the mounting clips a flat, solid surface and preventing stress cracks and oil-canning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it come finished?\u003c\/b\u003e No — it is supplied in raw steel. For best results, prime or coat it before final installation to ensure corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it fit a 1968+ or Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No — it is for \"Long Hood\" 1952–1967 Beetles only, not 1968+ \"Short Hood\" or Super Beetle models.\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\u003eRestoring a Beetle front end? Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/body-panels\"\u003eBody Panels\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardware\"\u003eHardware\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.p65warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44459200086131,"sku":"#BY04","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/423AA2BC-4147-45B9-A9A6-EA9A7CE3AB5F.jpg?v=1773820737","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-beetle-hood-emblem-reinforcement-plate-1952-1967","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}