{"product_id":"empi-adjustable-swing-axle-spring-plates-6-1-8-collar-off-road-17-2671-0","title":"EMPI Adjustable Swing Axle Spring Plates — 6-1\/8\" Collar, Off-Road, Pair | VW 26-9\/16\" Bar (17-2671-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Adjustable Swing Axle Spring Plates — 6-1\/8\" Collar, Off-Road (Pair)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese \u003cb\u003eEMPI Adjustable Spring Plates\u003c\/b\u003e are engineered for high-performance and off-road \u003cb\u003eSwing Axle\u003c\/b\u003e applications. Unlike standard-length plates, these units feature an extended \u003cb\u003e6 1\/8\" collar\u003c\/b\u003e specifically designed to accommodate long \u003cb\u003e26 9\/16\" torsion bars\u003c\/b\u003e — a common requirement for custom off-road builds, sand rails, and woods buggies where increased suspension travel and fine-tuned ride height are critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe integrated \u003cb\u003eadjustment screw\u003c\/b\u003e allows precise leveling and height changes without disassembling the rear suspension or re-indexing the torsion bars, making them an essential upgrade for builders dialing in suspension geometry for varying terrain or load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (swing axle):\u003c\/b\u003e All years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOff-road \/ sand rail builds:\u003c\/b\u003e All years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEMPI pairs an extended 6 1\/8\" collar with a built-in adjuster and reinforced steel construction, giving off-road swing axle builders the travel and precise ride-height control custom rigs demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtended collar:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 1\/8\" collar for long 26 9\/16\" torsion bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilt-in adjuster:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision leveling without re-indexing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOff-road ready:\u003c\/b\u003e Suited to sand rails and woods buggies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMatched pair:\u003c\/b\u003e Left and right supplied together\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\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Off-road \/ high-performance swing axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollar size:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 1\/8\" (for 26 9\/16\" torsion bars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-duty reinforced steel, silver finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdjustment:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in screw for ride height and leveling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e Matched pair (left and right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart number:\u003c\/b\u003e 17-2671-0\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\u003eWhat torsion bar length do these fit?\u003c\/b\u003e The extended 6 1\/8\" collar is designed for long 26 9\/16\" torsion bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow do I adjust ride height?\u003c\/b\u003e Use the built-in adjustment screw — no need to disassemble the rear suspension or re-index the torsion bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre these sold individually or as a pair?\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as a matched pair (left and right).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShop more parts for your build: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dune-buggy\"\u003eDune Buggy\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44899664822387,"sku":"17-2671-0","price":196.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-2671-0-500x333.jpg?v=1777272760","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-adjustable-swing-axle-spring-plates-6-1-8-collar-off-road-17-2671-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}