{"product_id":"front-performance-sway-bar-vw-type-2-bus-1968-1979","title":"EMPI Front Performance Sway Bar Kit | VW Type 2 Bay Window Bus 1968-1979 | 7\/8\" (00-9611-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Front Performance Sway Bar Kit | VW Type 2 Bay Window Bus 1968–1979 — 7\/8\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake the \"lean\" out of your Bay Window with EMPI's Front Performance Sway Bar.\u003c\/b\u003e If your Bus tilts too far on highway on-ramps or in heavy winds, this is the fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for the 1968–1979 Type 2, this heavy-duty \u003cb\u003e7\/8\"\u003c\/b\u003e front bar dramatically increases front-end stability. By controlling body sway and keeping your tires flatter during cornering, it delivers a tighter, more modern driving feel without sacrificing ride quality. Part \u003cb\u003e#00-9611-0\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 Bay Window Bus:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI's front bar is designed to integrate with your existing setup for a straightforward installation while outperforming thin factory bars.\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\u003eMaximum Rigidity:\u003c\/b\u003e 7\/8\" heavy-duty steel to outperform thin factory bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUrethane Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e High-performance red urethane bushings for a precision fit and better vibration damping than standard rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilt to Last:\u003c\/b\u003e Zinc plating on every component for maximum protection against road grime and corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed to work seamlessly with your existing setup for a straightforward installation.\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\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-9611-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFitment:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 2 Bay Window Bus (1968–1979)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBar Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBushings:\u003c\/b\u003e Red urethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Zinc Plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Front\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 this fit my Bay Window Bus?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — it is engineered for the 1968–1979 VW Type 2 Bay Window Bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat size is the bar?\u003c\/b\u003e 7\/8\" heavy-duty steel with red urethane bushings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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, more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-bus\"\u003eVW Bus\u003c\/a\u003e parts, and additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65):\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.p65warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44563396296819,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9611-0_2-500x212.jpg?v=1775058691","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/front-performance-sway-bar-vw-type-2-bus-1968-1979","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}