Torsion Bar Set - '65-'86 Porsche 911/912 and 1955-1959 VW Bug (23M)
Torsion Bar Set - '65-'86 Porsche 911/912 and 1955-1959 VW Bug (23mm/Solid)
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Category: Porsche & Volkswagen Torsion Bars High-performance 23mm solid rear torsion bars by Sway-A-Way, engineered to provide a significant handling upgrade over factory equipment by increasing rear roll stiffness and reducing squat during acceleration.
Performance & Fitment
Application: Rear Torsion Bar Set Length: 24 11/16" Diameter: 23mm (Performance Upgrade)
Porsche 911 / 912: 1965 through 1986
Volkswagen Beetle (Swing Axle): 1955 through 1959
Premium Construction
Material: Solid aircraft-grade alloy steel for maximum torsional strength
Manufacturing: Centerless ground to ensure a perfectly consistent diameter and linear spring rate
Heat Treatment: Specialized through-hardening to increase fatigue resistance and eliminate "settling"
Finish: High-gloss powder coating for superior protection against road debris and corrosion
⚠️ Critical Fitment Exceptions
Even if your car falls into the year ranges above, you must ensure it does not fall under these exceptions:
❌ G50 Transmission Porsche 911: This part will not fit 1987–1989 Porsche 911 models equipped with the G50 transaxle, which require longer bars and have different spline counts.
❌ Post-1959 VW Beetle: These are "short" 24 11/16" bars. They will not fit 1960–1968 Swing Axle models (which require 26 11/16" bars) or 1969+ IRS models (which require 21 3/4" bars).
❌ Stiffening Note: Moving to 23mm from a stock 22mm bar provides a noticeable increase in spring rate. While excellent for spirited driving, ensure your shock absorbers are valved to handle the increased rebound speed.
What’s Included
(1) Pair of solid torsion bars
Warranty
Backed by a 1-year warranty for peace of mind.