{"product_id":"vw-beetle-karmann-ghia-type-3-cv-axle-assembly-1968-1979-irs-16-3-8","title":"EMPI CV Axle Assembly | VW Beetle, Ghia \u0026 Type 3 IRS 1968–1979 | 16-3\/8\" 6-Bolt 90mm (90-6900-C)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI CV Axle Assembly | VW IRS 16-3\/8\" — Complete, All-New (90-6900-C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade or replace your worn drivetrain with a complete, ready-to-install \u003cb\u003eEMPI CV Axle Assembly\u003c\/b\u003e. Over time, CV joints develop play, boots crack, and grease escapes, leading to the dreaded \"clicking\" sound during acceleration or cornering. This assembly eliminates the hassle of rebuilding messy old joints by providing a 100% new, factory-balanced solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach unit is built using \u003cb\u003ehigh-strength chromoly steel\u003c\/b\u003e components and premium rubber boots designed to withstand the heat and flex of daily driving or spirited weekend cruising. Whether you are performing a stock restoration or maintaining a lowered Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) setup, this axle provides the reliability your air-cooled VW deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) equipped models only. It does \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e fit Swing Axle transmissions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 Beetle \/ Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1979 (IRS models only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1974 (IRS models only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3 (Notch, Fast, Square):\u003c\/b\u003e 1969–1973 (manual transmission only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing (Type 181):\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974 (stock IRS configuration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 100% all-new assembly — no core charge and no rebuilt parts. Every bearing, race, and cage is brand new, pre-greased, and sealed, so it installs in a fraction of the time it takes to rebuild an old joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e100% All-New Components:\u003c\/b\u003e No core charge and no rebuilt parts. Every bearing, race, and cage is brand new.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePre-Greased \u0026amp; Sealed:\u003c\/b\u003e Comes fully assembled with high-temp moly grease and heavy-duty boots, saving you hours of labor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Length:\u003c\/b\u003e Measures exactly 16-3\/8\", ensuring correct geometry for standard IRS trailing arms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect Bolt-On:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the standard 6-bolt flange pattern for 90mm CV joints.\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\u003eAssembly Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 16-3\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCV Joint Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 90mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlange Pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e 6-bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuspension Type:\u003c\/b\u003e IRS (Independent Rear Suspension) — not for Swing Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e High-strength chromoly steel components with premium rubber boots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% new, no core charge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 90-6900-C\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\u003eKeep your driveline tight: browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/axles\"\u003eAxles\u003c\/a\u003e for CV and swing-axle components, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e for related parts, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e for IRS upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44861218881651,"sku":"90-6900-C","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/90-6900-C-500x333_fc5fb96e-da3f-4728-94c9-f00c31dc2eb4.jpg?v=1776833772","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-beetle-karmann-ghia-type-3-cv-axle-assembly-1968-1979-irs-16-3-8","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}