HD IRS Spring Plates | VW Thing (Type 181) 1973–1974 | 4 1/4" Collar, 24 11/16" Bars, Pair (17-2788-0) year-1951 As a critical load-bearing component

As a critical load-bearing component of the 356 suspension and steering geometry

VW Type 3 (Notchback / Squareback / Fastback): 1964–1970

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No — Super Beetles use a different strut-type front end

Part Number: JP-8465-0

HD IRS Spring Plates | VW Thing (Type 181) 1973–1974 | 4 1/4" Collar, 24 11/16" Bars, Pair (17-2788-0) year-1951 As a critical load-bearing componentHeavy Duty IRS Spring Plates VW Thing (Type 181) 19731974 4 1 4" Collar for 24 11 16" Torsion Bars (Pair) 17 2788 0 Maintain the rugged capability of your Type 181 with this Heavy Duty IRS Spring Plate Set (17 2788 0). Engineered for the unique chassis requirements of the 19731974 VW Thing, these plates use the extended 4 1 4" collar required to accommodate 24 11 16" torsion bars. Standard Beetle spring plates won't work with the Thing's specific rear