Extended Caster Shim Mounting Bolts - High Strength Front End Hardware

When installing caster shims to correct the front-end geometry of a lowered Volkswagen, the increased gap between the axle beam and the frame head often leaves the factory bolts too short for safe use. The EMPI Extended Caster Shim Bolts are the essential solution for maintaining structural integrity on modified front ends.

These high-strength bolts provide the additional length required to pass through the beam and the caster shims, ensuring full thread engagement into the frame head (pan head). Don't risk "pulling" threads or having a beam come loose due to insufficient grip—upgrading your hardware is a mandatory safety step for any shimmed suspension setup.

Key Features

• Extended Length: Specifically sized to accommodate the thickness of EMPI's billet caster shim range (1.25° through 5.25°).

• Maximum Thread Engagement: Ensures deep penetration into the frame head for a secure, "locked-in" front axle beam.

• High-Strength Grade: Manufactured to meet or exceed the load requirements for air-cooled VW front-end assemblies.

• Corrosion Resistant: Finished to withstand the elements and maintain their integrity over time.

Vehicle Fitment

Compatible with all air-cooled Volkswagen models using the standard 4-bolt front axle beam mounting system.

Tech Tip: Proper torque is critical for front-end safety. When installing your beam with these extended bolts and caster shims, ensure you are torquing to factory specifications and checking them again after the first 50–100 miles of driving.