{"product_id":"ball-joint-beam-adjuster-steel-weld-in-height-adjuster-part-22-2801-0","title":"Ball Joint Beam Adjuster | VW Beetle \u0026 Karmann Ghia 1966-1977 | Steel Weld-In Height Control (22-2801-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eBall Joint Beam Adjuster — Steel Weld-In Ride-Height Control for VW Type 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteel \u003cb\u003eweld-in ball joint beam adjuster\u003c\/b\u003e for VW Type 1 ball joint front suspension. Cut the center section of your front beam and weld this adjuster in to gain full, infinite ride-height adjustability without permanently committing to a single drop or lift setting. EMPI part \u003cb\u003e#22-2801-0\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe factory VW front beam uses pre-set torsion leaves that lock ride height at the factory setting. A weld-in adjuster replaces a small section of the torsion tube with an adjustable mechanism, letting you rotate the inner ends of the torsion leaves and change the resting angle of the trailing arms — and therefore ride height — with a wrench in a few minutes. It is the standard upgrade for dialing in a custom stance, changing height for shows vs. driving, or building a custom front end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Standard, ball joint front):\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia (ball joint front):\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDune buggies, sand rails \u0026amp; kit cars:\u003c\/b\u003e using a 1966+ VW ball joint front beam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill NOT fit:\u003c\/b\u003e link pin front beams (1965 and earlier — order the link-pin-specific adjuster instead) or Super Beetles, which use a MacPherson strut front suspension rather than a torsion beam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInfinite adjustment:\u003c\/b\u003e Continuous ride-height control within the adjustment range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSteel construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Rugged weld-in mechanism for a permanent, high-strength result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShow-or-go flexibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Change ride height for shows vs. driving without tearing the beam apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBall joint specific:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for the 1966+ ball joint front beam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/b\u003e Weld-in (replaces a center section of the torsion tube)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdjustment:\u003c\/b\u003e Continuous, infinite within the adjustment range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Ball joint front beam only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e Single adjuster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart number:\u003c\/b\u003e 22-2801-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need one adjuster or two?\u003c\/b\u003e The factory VW front beam has two horizontal torsion tubes (upper and lower). A complete adjustable beam typically uses an adjuster in each tube. Many builders adjust only the lower tube, leaving the upper at factory setting, which still gives plenty of adjustment range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I install this myself?\u003c\/b\u003e Only if you're comfortable cutting and welding a structural suspension component. The beam has to be cut precisely and the adjuster welded in perpendicular to the tube axis. A bad weld here is a serious safety issue; if you're not experienced, take it to a qualified VW or fab shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow much can I lower my car with this?\u003c\/b\u003e The adjuster gives continuous adjustment within a range. Total drop depends on the rest of your front end (stock vs dropped spindles, stock vs trimmed torsion leaves). For a mild 1-2 inch drop the adjuster alone is usually enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill I lose alignment when I change ride height?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, somewhat. Adjusting ride height changes camber and caster. Plan to re-align the front end after any significant adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs this safe for street driving?\u003c\/b\u003e A properly welded, properly installed adjuster is fully street safe — this is a standard, decades-old upgrade in the VW world. The welds and installation must be done correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dune-buggy\"\u003eDune Buggy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474591379571,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/22-2801-0-500x546.jpg?v=1774333442","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/ball-joint-beam-adjuster-steel-weld-in-height-adjuster-part-22-2801-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}