1965-1979 Rear Brake Shoe Hardware Kit - Does Both Sides- 113698537 - OEM Number(s) (113-698-537-C)
Restores Brake Safety and Performance
Restore rear braking power with this complete Rear Brake Shoe Hardware Kit for your 1965–1979 Air-Cooled VW. Worn or missing return springs, retainers, or hold-down pins can seriously reduce braking performance. This quality kit replaces all key rear hardware components to ensure proper shoe retraction and long-term safety.
Features
• Fits Rear Drums – Driver and Passenger Side
• Complete Kit – Springs, Clips, Pins, Cups, and Retainers
• Compatible with All 4-Lug and 5-Lug Rear Drum Configurations
• Kit Services One Axle – Does Both Rear Wheels
• Steel Components with Correct Tensions and Coatings
Dimensions and Materials
• Long Spring: 135mm (5.31")
• Short Spring: 109mm (4.29")
• Spring Body Diameter: 10mm (0.39")
• Hold Down Pins and Retainers: OE-style Steel
• Application: Rear Axle
Fitment
• Beetle, Standard 1965–1977
• Beetle, Super 1971–1979
• Karmann Ghia 1965–1974
• Thing 1973–1974
Because Details Matter
Don’t trust aging or corroded springs when it comes to the most important system on your classic VW. Refresh your brakes with the hardware kit designed to restore original tension and safety.
Learn more from the following Mid America Motorworks Knowledge Library article:
VW 1950-1979 Air Cooled Typical Brake Adjustment How to Guide
Also known under these part numbers: (For reference only)
- 113-698-537-C
- 17179K
- 609200002
- 707924375022
- 98-6990-B
- M17163