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EMPI CV Axle Assembly — IRS 16⅜", VW Beetle, Ghia & Type 3 1968–1979 (90-6900-C)

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EMPI CV Axle Assembly — IRS 16⅜", VW Beetle, Ghia & Type 3 1968–1979 (90-6900-C)Upgrade or replace your worn drivetrain with a complete, ready to install EMPI CV Axle Assembly. 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. Each unit is built using high strength chromoly steel components and premium rubber boots

Upgrade or replace your worn drivetrain with a complete, ready-to-install EMPI CV Axle Assembly. 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.

Each unit is built using high-strength chromoly steel 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.

Key Features

  • 100% All-New Components: No core charge and no rebuilt parts. Every bearing, race, and cage is brand new.

  • Pre-Greased & Sealed: Comes fully assembled with high-temp moly grease and heavy-duty boots, saving you hours of labor.

  • Precision Length: Measuring exactly 16-3/8", ensuring perfect geometry for standard IRS trailing arms.

  • Direct Bolt-On: Features the standard 6-bolt flange pattern for 90mm CV joints.


Vehicle Fitment

This axle fits Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) equipped models. It does not fit Swing Axle transmissions.

Make Model Years Notes
Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle / Super Beetle 1968–1979 IRS Models Only
Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1968–1974 IRS Models Only
Volkswagen Type 3 (Notch, Fast, Square) 1969–1973 Manual Transmission Only
Volkswagen Thing (Type 181) 1973–1974 Stock IRS configuratio
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