1949-1965 Front Torsion Spring King Pin Axle Beam Standard Width 111411027 - OEM Number(s) (111-411-027)
Get your Beetle or Karmann Ghia back on the road with our 1949-1965 Standard Width Front King Pin Torsion Spring. This torsion spring consists of 6 leaves that fits the upper or lower position and is a direct replacement for the factory springs. It is recommended to replace both upper and lower when replacing your springs. If one spring is weak, it will quickly wear out the stronger one.
This spring has 6 layers of leaves with 8 leaves in total. The top leaf and bottom leaf are actually two narrower pieces, with the center 4 leaves being full width. Each individual spring set has three correct drilled detents 18 inches apart (center to center) to accept securing grub screw lock.
The torsion springs are designed to hold the front end of your VW up off of the ground. Each spring is held in the front axle beam and the trailing arms attach to them. As the trailing arms travel up and down, the springs inside the axle beam twist to allow the suspension to move and twist or "spring" back into place.
Installation Note: Make sure to adequate grease spring before inserting in axle tube.
- Fits 1949-1965 Standard Beetles
- Fits 1956-1965 Karmann Ghias
- Fits Upper or Lower Position
- Sold Individually (2 Required for Car Set)
- Steel Construction
- Compatible with Standard Width King and Link Pin Axle Beam
- Weight: Approximately 5lbs
- Approximate Overall Dimensions
- 37 Inches Overall length (939.8mm)
- .72 Inch Overall Width
- .72 Inch Overall Height
- Individual Spring Steel Leaf Dimensions
- 4 Leaves 37 Inch x .72 Inches (18.3mm) Width x .11 Thick
- 4 Leaves 37 Inch x .36 Inches (9.2mm) Width x .11 Thick
Learn more from the following Mid America Motorworks Knowledge Library article:
VW Beetle Torsion Bar Suspension
Installation Note: Make sure to adequately grease the spring before inserting it into the axle tube.
Also known under these part numbers: (For reference only)
- 111 411 027
- 111-411-027
- 111411027
- 686420271345