{"product_id":"extended-caster-shim-mounting-bolts-high-strength-front-end-hardware","title":"Extended Caster Shim Mounting Bolts - High Strength Front End Hardware","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eWhen 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 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"206\"\u003eEMPI Extended Caster Shim Bolts\u003c\/b\u003e are the essential solution for maintaining structural integrity on modified front ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExtended Length:\u003c\/b\u003e Specifically sized to accommodate the thickness of EMPI's billet caster shim range (1.25° through 5.25°).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Thread Engagement:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensures deep penetration into the frame head for a secure, \"locked-in\" front axle beam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Strength Grade:\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured to meet or exceed the load requirements for air-cooled VW front-end assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCorrosion Resistant:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished to withstand the elements and maintain their integrity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eCompatible with all air-cooled Volkswagen models using the standard 4-bolt front axle beam mounting system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003eType 1 Beetle (Standard)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,2,0\"\u003e1946–1977\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,3,0\"\u003eExcept Super Beetle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003eKarmann Ghia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,2,0\"\u003e1956–1974\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,3,0\"\u003eAll Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003eType 2 (Bus\/Transporter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,2,0\"\u003e1950–1967\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,3,0\"\u003eSplit-Window Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003eType 3 (Notch, Fast, Square)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,2,0\"\u003e1961–1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,3,0\"\u003eAll Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCustom\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\"\u003eDune Buggy \/ Sand Rail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,2,0\"\u003eAll\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,3,0\"\u003eStandard VW Frame Heads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTech Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44865174798451,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/22-2816-0-scaled-500x292.jpg?v=1776838066","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/extended-caster-shim-mounting-bolts-high-strength-front-end-hardware","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}