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EMPI KYB GR-2 Front Shock Absorber Gas Filled Lowered Ball Joint VW Beetle & Ghia 1966+, Each | EMPI #97-1018-0

Name: EMPI KYB GR-2 Front Shock Absorber Gas Filled Lowered Ball Joint VW Beetle & Ghia 1966+, Each | EMPI #97-1018-0
Brand: EMPI
SKU: 97-1018-0
Price: 65.99 USD
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Fits: 1966-1977, Karmann Ghia, Type 1

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SKU 97-1018-0

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Get better handling on your lowered VW with this EMPI/KYB GR-2 Front Shock Absorber — the gas-filled, lowered version designed for ball joint front axle beam applications. If you've dropped your Beetle or Ghia, this is the correct shock to match the reduced ride height and maintain proper suspension travel. Sold each.

The KYB GR-2 (343208) is a twin-tube gas shock that delivers improved damping consistency over stock oil shocks, with a valving calibrated for the shorter travel of a lowered front beam. Running the wrong length shock on a lowered car leads to shock bottoming, premature wear, and poor handling — these are the right fit for the job.

Fits:

VW Beetle (Type 1) 1966–1977 with ball joint front axle beam (lowered applications)
VW Karmann Ghia 1966–1974 with ball joint front axle beam (lowered applications)

Key Features:

KYB GR-2 twin-tube gas shock absorber
KYB Part Number: 343208
Calibrated for lowered front beam applications
Gas-charged for consistent, fade-resistant damping
Direct bolt-on fitment for lowered ball joint setups
Sold each — order two for a complete front pair

Note: This is the lowered version. For stock or raised ride height applications, see EMPI 97-1017-0 (raised) or 97-1019-0 (stock king pin).

Brand: EMPI | Part Number: 97-1018-0 | KYB Part Number: 343208

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EMPI KYB GR-2 Front Shock Absorber Gas Filled Lowered Ball Joint VW Beetle & Ghia 1966+, Each | EMPI #97-1018-0

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