{"product_id":"empi-front-caster-shim-set-1-25-degrees-6061-t-6-aluminum-pair","title":"EMPI Front Caster Shim Set | Air-Cooled VW \u0026 Dune Buggy | 1.25° 6061-T6 Billet, Pair (22-3017-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Front Caster Shim Set — 1.25°, 6061 T-6 Billet Aluminum (Pair)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine-tune your front-end geometry with the \u003cb\u003eEMPI 1.25° Front Caster Shim Set\u003c\/b\u003e. Even a mild drop in ride height can affect the caster angle of an air-cooled Volkswagen, leading to a lighter steering feel and reduced tracking stability. These shims are the perfect solution for street cars with moderate lowering jobs or for dialing in precise alignment specs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy tilting the front axle beam back slightly, these shims increase positive caster — helping maintain a steady line on the highway and improving the steering wheel's natural return to center after a turn. Precision CNC-machined from \u003cb\u003e6061 T-6 billet aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e, they provide a high-strength, solid foundation that won't compress or shift like lesser materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits all standard (non-Super Beetle) air-cooled VW front-axle beams, both ball-joint and link-pin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/b\u003e 1946–1977 (except Super Beetle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1956–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 (Bus\/Transporter):\u003c\/b\u003e 1950–1967 (split-window models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3 (Notchback, Fastback, Squareback):\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDune Buggy \/ Sand Rail:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard VW axle beams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI machines these shims from 6061 T-6 billet aluminum for maximum durability, letting you use one solid shim rather than stacking multiple thin plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubtle Geometry Correction:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides 1.25 degrees of caster adjustment, ideal for mild lowering or fine-tuning professional alignments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePremium Billet Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Machined from 6061 T-6 aluminum for durability and resistance to the elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnhanced Driving Dynamics:\u003c\/b\u003e Improves straight-line stability and reduces effort to keep the car centered at cruising speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eZero-Stack Solution:\u003c\/b\u003e Part of the EMPI graduated shim family — one solid shim rather than stacking thin plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as a Pair:\u003c\/b\u003e Two matched shims, enough for one front axle beam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCaster adjustment:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.25 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e 6061 T-6 billet aluminum (CNC-machined)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFits:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard (non-Super Beetle) ball-joint and link-pin front beams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair (one front axle beam)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 22-3017-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill these fit a Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No — they are for standard (non-Super Beetle) front axle beams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhen should I choose the 1.25° shim?\u003c\/b\u003e It is the thinnest in the series — ideal for mild lowering or fine-tuning a professional alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow many come in a set?\u003c\/b\u003e A pair — enough for one front axle beam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTech Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e While 1.25 degrees is the thinnest shim in the series, it still increases the gap between your beam and the frame head. Always inspect your \u003cb\u003eFront End Mounting Bolts\u003c\/b\u003e for proper thread engagement (typically a minimum of 1.5x the bolt diameter) to ensure a safe installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDial in your handling: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e, the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e line, and everything for your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAir-Cooled VW\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44865172340851,"sku":"22-3017-0","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/22-3018-0-500x307_9ee1d234-5b2d-48cd-918b-5813fc057f3d.jpg?v=1776838020","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-front-caster-shim-set-1-25-degrees-6061-t-6-aluminum-pair","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}