EMPI Performance Front Sway Bar — 3/4" Diameter | VW Type 1 1946–1977 (22-2501-0)

Take the wallow out of your Beetle's front end with EMPI's 3/4" Performance Front Sway Bar. A classic handling upgrade that dramatically reduces body roll in corners, improves steering response, and prevents wheel lift under hard cornering. EMPI pioneered VW sway bars in the late 1950s — Volkswagen liked them so much they made them factory equipment shortly after.

Specifications

• Part Number: 00-9600-0
• Diameter: 3/4" (19mm) solid steel
• Finish: Zinc-plated
• Bushings: Red urethane (firmer response than stock rubber)
• Hardware: Complete mounting hardware included
• Installation: Bolts to lower torsion arms — no welding required
• Uses original VW clamps (stainless replacements available — EMPI 00-9593-0)

Fitment

• 1966-1977 VW Beetle (Standard) — ball joint front end
• 1966-1974 VW Karmann Ghia — ball joint front end
• For stock-height beam only (lowered beam version: EMPI 00-9594-0)

What it fixes: Classic Beetles lean heavily in corners due to the swing-axle/torsion-bar design. A 3/4" front sway bar transfers some of that load and tightens up turn-in feel significantly. Pairs well with caster shims, drop spindles, and performance shocks for a complete handling package.

Installation note: Requires approximately 2-3 hours with hand tools. EMPI install instructions included (99-4130-0). For best results, install with the car at ride height and front wheels straight.