SIDE COVERS for Type 3 Fastback 1971

Economy side cover helps prevent breakage due to heavy ring and pinion loads under power

Billet top of the line polished side cover. Recessed for mid engines. Add a custom look to you rail

Swing axle side cover flange. Bolt this to our billet side cover for a bullet proof setup.
Polished for a custom look.
6.882 inches Outside Diameter
3.15 inches Inner Diameter
Transmission: Swing Axle
Quantity: Sold Each

Swing axle 61-67 hi-impact 356-t6 aluminum heavy duty side covers

The abuse of off-road can cause seperation of ring and pinion due to flexing of stock side plates. To correct this install a heavy duty aluminum side plate

Heavy duty steel retainers are the perfect replacements for thin stamped stock axle tube retainers. Precision machined to eliminate leaking gaskets and o-rings. One pair fits all vws with swing axle transmissions and can be used when trans is assembled
When using a swing-axle trans in off-road and severe conditions. It is common for the axle tube retaining plates to bend or bow. This causes transmission oil leaks and can also lead to axle breakage. This kit reinforces the stock retaining covers and makes this problem a thing of the past.

The abuse of off-road can cause seperation of ring and pinion due to flexing of stock side plates. To correct this install a heavy duty aluminum side plate

The abuse of off-road can cause seperation of ring and pinion due to flexing of stock side plates. To correct this install a heavy duty aluminum side plate