{"product_id":"empi-performance-front-sway-bar-3-4-vw-beetle-karmann-ghia-1966-1977-ball-joint","title":"EMPI Performance Front Sway Bar 3\/4\" | VW Beetle \u0026 Karmann Ghia 1966–1977 | Ball-Joint Beam (22-2501-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Performance Front Sway Bar — 3\/4\" (19mm) Solid Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake the wallow out of your Beetle's front end with EMPI's 3\/4\" Performance Front Sway Bar. A classic handling upgrade that dramatically \u003cb\u003ereduces body roll\u003c\/b\u003e in corners, improves steering response, and prevents wheel lift under hard cornering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1977, ball-joint front end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1966–1974, ball-joint front end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e For stock-height beam only. Lowered-beam version: EMPI 00-9594-0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEMPI pioneered VW sway bars in the late 1950s — Volkswagen liked them so much they made them factory equipment shortly after. Today EMPI remains a benchmark for bolt-on air-cooled handling upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLess body roll:\u003c\/b\u003e Transfers cornering load to tighten turn-in feel and reduce lean from the swing-axle\/torsion-bar design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBolt-on install:\u003c\/b\u003e Bolts to the lower torsion arms — no welding required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUrethane bushings:\u003c\/b\u003e Red urethane bushings give firmer response than stock rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilds a package:\u003c\/b\u003e Pairs well with caster shims, drop spindles, and performance shocks for a complete handling setup.\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\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-9600-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\/4\" (19mm) solid steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Zinc-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBushings:\u003c\/b\u003e Red urethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Complete mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClamps:\u003c\/b\u003e Uses original VW clamps (stainless replacements available — EMPI 00-9593-0)\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\u003eDoes installation require welding?\u003c\/b\u003e No. The bar bolts to the lower torsion arms and requires no welding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it fit a lowered beam?\u003c\/b\u003e This bar is for stock-height beam only. For a lowered beam, use EMPI 00-9594-0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat bushings does it use?\u003c\/b\u003e Red urethane bushings for firmer response than stock rubber; complete mounting hardware is included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation note:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires approximately 2-3 hours with hand tools. EMPI install instructions included (99-4130-0). For best results, install with the car at ride height and front wheels straight.\u003c\/p\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\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-karmann-ghia\"\u003eVW Karmann Ghia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44994138996851,"sku":"22-2501-0","price":109.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9600-0-scaled.jpg?v=1778898085","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-performance-front-sway-bar-3-4-vw-beetle-karmann-ghia-1966-1977-ball-joint","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}