111-701-433 VW Beetle & Type 3 Battery Hold Down Clamp Bracket

VW Battery Hold Down Clamp Bracket – 111-701-433

The 111-701-433 is an essential safety component for your air-cooled Volkswagen. This heavy-duty metal bracket is designed to slide over a floor-mounted mounting stud, clamping down on the base of a standard 12-volt battery to prevent it from shifting while the vehicle is in motion. A loose battery in a vintage VW is more than just a nuisance; it can lead to short circuits against the seat springs or body, potentially causing an electrical fire.

This reproduction bracket is stamped from durable steel and typically finished in a black oxide or powder coating to resist the corrosive effects of battery acid and road moisture. While specifically cataloged for 1967 and later models, this style of clamp is a common upgrade for earlier vehicles that have been converted to 12-volt systems, provided the correct mounting hardware is present on the chassis.

Detailed Vehicle Compatibility This clamp is the factory-correct equipment for the following models:

VW Bug (Beetle):

• 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977

VW Super Beetle:

• 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979

VW Type 3 (Fastback, Notchback, Squareback):

• 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973

VW Karmann Ghia:

• 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974

VW Thing:

• 1973, 1974

Product Highlights & Features

• Heavy-Duty Stamped Steel: Designed to withstand significant tension to keep the battery locked in its designated tray.

• Corrosion-Resistant Finish: Protective coating helps prevent the metal from degrading if exposed to battery outgassing.

• Direct Fitment: Matches original equipment specifications for the standard group 42 or similar 12V batteries.

• Critical Safety Part: Prevents the battery from tipping or jumping, which is a leading cause of chassis shorts and fires.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 111-701-433

• Material: Steel

• Finish: Black

• Mounting Hole: Fits standard 8mm (M8) mounting stud

Installation & Maintenance Tips

• Check the Stud: Before installation, ensure your chassis still has the Battery Strap Stud welded to the floor pan. If it is rusted or broken, it must be repaired for this clamp to work.

• Hardware Requirement: This bracket does not include the nut. You will typically need an M8 flange nut to secure it to the floor stud.

• Battery Fitment: Ensure the battery you are using has a "lip" at the bottom of the casing. Modern group 42 batteries usually have this ledge specifically for this type of clamp.

• Maintenance: Periodically check the tightness of the nut. Vibrations from air-cooled engines can loosen the hardware over time.

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