EMPI Steering Damper | VW Type 1 Beetle & Karmann Ghia 1961–1977 | Cures Front-End Shimmy (113-425-021)

Steering Damper for VW Type 1 Beetle & Karmann Ghia (1961–1977) | 113-425-021

Steering feeling twitchy, wandering, or shaky over bumps? The steering damper is a small shock that bolts between the frame head and the steering linkage to calm down wheel shimmy. A worn damper is a classic cause of the dreaded VW front-end wobble. This is the direct-replacement steering damper (113-425-021 / EMPI 98-4251-B) for Type 1 Bug & Ghia 1961–1977.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Type 1 Beetle: 1961–1977
• VW Karmann Ghia: 1961–1977
• Verify before ordering: confirm your mounting points match (standard Beetle vs Super Beetle differ); Super Beetle 1302/1303 uses a different mount.

Key Features & Benefits

• Tames Shimmy: Damps steering shimmy and front-end wobble.
• Correct Mounting: Bolts between the frame head and the steering linkage.
• Direct Replacement: Replaces the factory damper.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 113-425-021 (EMPI 98-4251-B)
• Type: Steering damper / stabilizer
• Sold As: Each

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this help cure front-end wobble? A worn steering damper is a classic cause of VW front-end wobble; this direct-replacement damper is designed to tame steering shimmy.
• Does it fit a Super Beetle? Verify your mounting points first — standard Beetle and Super Beetle differ, and the Super Beetle 1302/1303 uses a different mount.
• How is it sold? Each.

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