{"product_id":"empi-front-caster-shim-set-4-00-degrees-6061-t-6-aluminum-pair","title":"EMPI Front Caster Shim Set | Air-Cooled VW \u0026 Dune Buggy | 4.00° 6061-T6 Billet, Pair (22-3019-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Front Caster Shim Set — 4.00°, 6061 T-6 Billet Aluminum (Pair)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore high-speed stability and steering precision to your lowered Volkswagen with the \u003cb\u003eEMPI 4.00° Front Caster Shim Set\u003c\/b\u003e. When an air-cooled VW is lowered — especially with an adjustable front beam — the caster angle often becomes too vertical, leading to twitchy steering, front-end wander, and poor cornering return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shims are precision-machined from \u003cb\u003e6061 T-6 billet aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e to tilt the beam back and increase positive caster, improving straight-line highway tracking and steering return-to-center. A single 4-degree shim maintains a more secure, stable mounting surface than stacking multiple thinner shims.\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 front 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 a solid, non-compressible mounting surface — a safer, more stable alternative to stacking multiple thin stamped shims.\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\u003ePrecision Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides exactly 4.00° of caster adjustment to correct front-end geometry on significantly lowered vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePremium Billet Material:\u003c\/b\u003e CNC-machined from 6061 T-6 aluminum for high strength and resistance to compression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eImproved Stability:\u003c\/b\u003e Reduces front-end hunting and wander at highway speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAlternative to Stacking:\u003c\/b\u003e Eliminates the safety risks of stacking multiple thin shims on extreme-lowered setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as a Pair:\u003c\/b\u003e Two shims — enough for one complete 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 4.00 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 22-3019-0\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\u003eHow many come in a set?\u003c\/b\u003e A pair — enough for one complete front axle beam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy a single billet shim instead of stacking thin ones?\u003c\/b\u003e A single 6061 T-6 billet shim gives a more secure, stable mounting surface and avoids the risks of stacking.\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 Adding caster shims increases the distance between the beam and the frame head. You may require \u003cb\u003eLonger Front End Mounting Bolts\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure proper thread engagement. Check your current bolt length before completing 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":44864856129651,"sku":"22-3019-0","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/22-3019-0-500x300.jpg?v=1776837649","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-front-caster-shim-set-4-00-degrees-6061-t-6-aluminum-pair","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}