1971 VW Type 3 Chassis

About Our 1971 VW Type 3 Chassis Parts

We carry a complete selection of chassis parts for your Volkswagen including shocks, tie rods, steering boxes, CV joints, link and king pin sets, axles, CV & axle boots, clutches, transmission mounts, and much more.

1971 VW Type 3 Front Suspension

We offer only the highest quality VW front suspension components including replacement shocks, link pins, spindles, sway bars, front end beams, and much more. Our VW Shock Absorbers are available in stock height, lowered, and performance styles. We feature KYB shocks, made famous for their superior handling and performance.

1971 VW Type 3 Rear Suspension

We offer a complete selection of VW Rear Suspension parts including rear shock absorbers and rear suspension components by the industry's leaders in VW performance such as KYB, Bilstein, Boge, and Empi. Our Volkswagen Shocks are available in stock, performance, and coil over styles.

1971 VW Type 3 Steering

Our selection of VW Steering Components including replacement VW Tie Rods, Steering Boxes, Steering Dampers, and much more. Create a finished look for your VW with our high luster chrome tire rods and billet aluminum steering box cover and mount.

1971 VW Type 3 Axles, CV & Axle Boots

The 1971 VW Type 3 transmissions were paired with a swing axle, whereas later VWs used independent rear suspension (IRS). A simple way to tell the difference between swing axle & IRS transmissions is to look at the axle boots. Swing axle transmission have the axle boot positioned only at the transmission. IRS transmissions have the axle boots positioned at the wheel and transmission. No matter what transmission style in your VW, we carry everything you need.

1971 VW Type 3 Clutch Components

JBugs has a complete selection of Clutches and Components to fit a 1971 VW Type 3. Rebuilding is made simple with quality German clutch discs, bearings, and pressure plates.

Up until 1973, VWs had a 6 Volt, 180mm Clutch and Flywheel. If your engine has been swapped for a later model engine you may have a 12 Volt, 200mm Clutch and Flywheel. Keep in mind having a 12 Volt system does not determine that your VW has a 12 Volt Clutch. Changing to a 12 Volt system and keeping the 6 Volt Flywheel, Clutch, and Starter is common practice on earlier engines. Be certain to measure your Clutch Disc to determine which components are needed!

1971 VW Type 3 Transmission Parts

Replace worn out seals and cracked transmission parts with these all new stock components. From Axle parts to Shift Couplers we have it all. Please check which Axle and Transmission combination your Volkswagen has before ordering.

1971 VW Type 3 Transmission Mounts

Reduce unwanted shake and increase power to your wheels with our Deluxe Padded Front and Rear Transmission Support Kits. We also offer stock replacement rubber mounts for your air-cooled VW.

Add shocks, a sway bar, or upgrade to urethane bushings to complete your order. These parts are most easily accessible when the transmission is out being rebuilt. As Volkswagen enthusiasts we recommend taking a look at these other parts to see if they too need to be replaced.