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Product details
The EMPI 98-9566-B is a silver 10 inch (255mm) windshield wiper blade for the VW Type 1 Beetle from 1958–1964 and the Type 2 Bus from 1950–1967. EMPI cross-references it to VW number 113 955 425S and sells the same blade in black as 98-9559-B, with identical length and fitment. A Beetle runs two wipers and the blade is sold individually, so order two for a full change. The silver finish suits cars with bright arms, such as EMPI's silver Type 1 arm for 1958–1964 (98-9553).
The model year decides which blade fits. On the Type 1, EMPI uses this 10 inch blade for 1958–1964, a 10.5 inch (268mm) silver blade (98-9644-B) for 1965–1967, and an 11.3 inch (288mm) black blade (98-9548-B) for 1968–1977 standard Beetles and 1971–1972 Super Beetles. Bus owners should measure first, because EMPI also offers a 10.75 inch (274mm) blade for the Type 2 through 1967 (98-9643-B silver, 98-9645-B black).
Technical Details
- Manufacturer: EMPI
- Manufacturer part number: 98-9566-B
- Length: 10 inch / 255mm
- Color: silver
- VW reference number: 113 955 425S
- Sold as: each
Fitment & Compatibility
Fits the VW Type 1 Beetle 1958–1964 and the Type 2 Bus 1950–1967. Beetles from 1965 on take longer blades. A Bus through 1967 may carry this blade or the 10.75 inch type, so compare it with the blade on your Bus before ordering.
Common Questions
Is this sold as a pair?
No, it is sold each. A Beetle needs two blades, one per arm.
Which blade fits a 1966 Beetle?
EMPI uses the 10.5 inch silver blade, 98-9644-B, for the Type 1 from 1965–1967.
PMB Performance can help you match arms and blades on an early Beetle or Bus.
