Want to lower or raise your Type 1 or Type 3? We have an excellent option that will make your installation and adjustments a TON easier. Install our adjustable spring plates. Simply set the splines up close to where you plan on having the final...

Want to lower or raise your Type 1 or Type 3? We have an excellent option that will make your installation and adjustments a TON easier. Install our adjustable spring plates. Simply set the splines up close to where you plan on having the final...

Want to lower or raise your Type 1 or Type 3? We have an excellent option that will make your installation and adjustments a TON easier. Install our adjustable spring plates. Simply set the splines up close to where you plan on having the final...

Want to lower or raise your Type 1 or Type 3? We have an excellent option that will make your installation and adjustments a TON easier. Install our adjustable spring plates. Simply set the splines up close to where you plan on having the final...

Want to lower or raise your Type 1 or Type 3? We have an excellent option that will make your installation and adjustments a TON easier. Install our adjustable spring plates. Simply set the splines up close to where you plan on having the final...

Want to lower or raise your Type 1 or Type 3? We have an excellent option that will make your installation and adjustments a TON easier. Install our adjustable spring plates. Simply set the splines up close to where you plan on having the final...

This is the cap that holds the rear torsions and spring plates onto the torsion housing on swing axle Type 1 cars that require the "short" torsion bar.

Are your stock spring plate covers rusty, scratched, dented, etc?  Here is a pair of chrome replacements.  

Looking for better, more responsive steering and handling?  Improved cornering?  Better control in the wind?  A safer ride? Install this HEAVY DUTY aftermarket sway bar

Looking for better, more responsive steering and handling?  Improved cornering?  Better control in the wind?  A safer ride? Install this HEAVY DUTY aftermarket sway bar

A rear sway bar makes a huge difference in the way a late bus handles.  It's a fantastic upgrade to eliminate sudden lane changes due to wind or passing trucks.

Rear camber compensators minimize wheel tuck during hard cornering on swing axle rear suspensions, greatly improving the way the car handles, and making it safer to drive. They come with all the necessary hardware to install, and installation...

Here is a TERRIFIC way to completely upgrade your front and rear suspension all at the same time. This package will make an unbelievable difference in how your car drives. It includes one 3/4" front sway bar, one EZ-Install clamps set for the...

This lubricant is specifically formulated for use with urethane bushings & suspension components to prevent chafing, squeaking, & premature wear.

The soft stock spring plate bushings can cause the rear to feel "squishy" and cause poor control and wheel hop. Upgrading to urethane grommets will help provide a better ride and more positive handling. It is a "must" when upgrading to adjustable...

The soft stock spring plate bushings can cause the rear to feel "squishy" and cause poor control and wheel hop. Upgrading to urethane grommets will help provide a better ride and more positive handling. It is a "must" when upgrading to adjustable...

The soft stock spring plate bushings can cause the rear to feel "squishy" and cause poor control and wheel hop. Upgrading to urethane grommets will help provide a better ride and more positive handling. It is a "must" when upgrading to adjustable...

The soft stock spring plate bushings can cause the rear to feel "squishy" and cause poor control and wheel hop. Upgrading to urethane grommets will help provide a better ride and more positive handling. It is a "must" when upgrading to adjustable...

The soft stock spring plate bushings can cause the rear to feel "squishy" and cause poor control and wheel hop. Upgrading to urethane grommets will help provide a better ride and more positive handling. It is a "must" when upgrading to adjustable...

The soft stock spring plate bushings can cause the rear to feel "squishy" and cause poor control and wheel hop. Upgrading to urethane grommets will help provide a better ride and more positive handling. It is a "must" when upgrading to adjustable...

The soft stock spring plate bushings can cause the rear to feel "squishy" and cause poor control and wheel hop. Upgrading to urethane grommets will help provide a better ride and more positive handling. It is a "must" when upgrading to adjustable...

For the absolute best ride quality in most street cars, this KYB nitrogen-filled gas shock absorber would be our #1 choice. The softer ride characteristics will provide the smoothest driving experience. Sold each. We recommend replacing them in pairs.

If you are looking to extend the travel of your stock rear IRS supension, this shock absorber is just thie ticket. It has very good ride characteristics and will hold up to abuse. It is 18" center to center, and provides approximately 10-1/2" of...

EMPI makes 2 different qualities of shock absorber: Oil-filled shocks, and Nitrogen gas charged shocks. The oil filled shocks are a direct replacement for factory shocks. The nitrogen gas filled shocks offer smoother performance without the "flat...

EMPI makes 2 different qualities of shock absorber: Oil-filled shocks, and Nitrogen gas charged shocks. The oil filled shocks are a direct replacement for factory shocks. The nitrogen gas filled shocks offer smoother performance without the "flat...

This is the rear shock absorber bolt for all years Type 1 & 3, and Type 2 thru 1967.

Why replace your leaky swing axle boots with cheap, Chinese boots.  Use these quality German boots when you replace them.  We recommend doing both sides at the same time, so order 2.

Time to replace your cracked CV joint boots?  Don't wait until it's too late, or dirt and moisture will get into the joints and cause them to fail.

Time to replace your cracked CV joint boots?  Don't wait until it's too late, or dirt and moisture will get into the joints and cause them to fail.  We have the correct moly CV grease to to lube them, as well.

Replacement CV joint for Type 1 and Type 3 IRS rear axles.  We have the correct CV moly grease for them, too!

Replacement CV joint for your IRS bus rear axles.  We have the correct CV moly grease for them, too!

Converting your Type 1 IRS rear axles to Porsche 930 style?  There are the stub axles you'll need.  Don't forget to order matching trans flanges!

Are you thinking about repakcing the CV joints and replacing the boots on your VW? If so, you know this is a super messy job, and it's likely that you'll need to replace at least some of the 40-something year old CV joints when you do. If you...

Are you thinking about repakcing the CV joints and replacing the boots on your VW? If so, you know this is a super messy job, and it's likely that you'll need to replace at least some of the 40-something year old CV joints when you do. If you...

Are the heads on your CV bolts stripped out? This is really common, as most people don't realize that the head is a "triple square", rather than an allen. These are quality hardened replacement bolts. We also have the correct tool if you need it!

Replacement torque distribution washer keeps CV joints from backing out, and distributes the torque load over two of the bolts.  Each CV takes 3 washers and 6 bolts. Type 1 and 3 CV joints are 90mm, Type 2, 4, and Thing CV's are 100mm.

Replacement torque distribution washer keeps CV joints from backing out, and distributes the torque load over two of the bolts.  Each CV takes 3 washers and 6 bolts. Type 1 and 3 CV joints are 90mm, Type 2, 4, and Thing CV's are 100mm.

This kit converts your Type 1 IRS rear drive axle to the larger and much stronger Bus components, as used in the '73 and '74 VW Thing. This kit is commonly used in street or strip cars with high output motors and off-road cars that take a...

Need to replace a bent or stripped stub axle on your Type 1 or 3 IRS rear end?  These are excellent quality replacements! Sold each.

These are used when the beefier Type 2 or 4 CV joints are needed in a hot street car or for off-road use such as in a baja or rail. They fit a standard Type 1 IRS transmission, but hold the larger diameter 100mm CV joint. Super easy to install.

These forged stub axles will fit the stock IRS VW Thing. They are also commonly used by off-roaders, rails, baja bugs, etc to convert the stock Type 1 rear axle to the larger diameter Type 2/4 100mm CV joints like those that came in the bus. The...

These are used when the beefier Porsche 930 CV joints are used for high performance or off-road applications. They will work on Type 2 "002" IRS transmissions.

These are used when the beefier Porsche 930 CV joints are used for high performance or off-road applications. They will work on Type 2 "091" IRS transmissions.

These are used when the beefier Porsche 930 CV joints are used for high performance or off-road applications. They will work on Type 1 IRS transmissions.

CV joint grease pack contains 90 grams of high pressure CV joint grease.  Meets factory requirements of all CV joint manufacturers.  DON'T USE STANDARD GREASE IN CV's!  This is the stuff you want.  One packet does one CV joint.

Replacement rear axle nut fits swing axle Type 1 and 3 from '66 and earlier. These MUST be torqued to 253 foot-lbs per the VW book. A common mistake people make is to not torque these properly. Improper torquing results in premature failure of...

Replacement rear axle nut fits later swing axle cars and all IRS Type 1 and 3. These MUST be torqued to 253 foot-lbs per the VW book. A common mistake people make is to not torque these properly. Improper torquing results in premature failure of...

Don't reuse your bent up and broken cotter pin when pulling your drum.  Replace it.  It's always good to have a couple extra of these on hand when you need 'em.

This rear suspension stopper prevents the rear end from bottoming out when driving on hard bumps.  Fits all Type 1 and 3.

This is the special pivot bolt that connects the rear IRS trailing arm to the frame horn bracket. The arm pivots on this bolt as the suspension cycles. It is common for this bolt to become stripped or even broken if it loosens up while driving....

This is the special washer that is installed along with the pivot bolt on IRS Type 1 & 3's.  Two are required per side, 4 per car.

This urethane bushing kit replaces the factory rubber bushings on the pivot side of the rear IRS diagonal (trailing) arms.  One set will replace the inner and outer bushings on both trailing arms.