{"product_id":"sway-a-way-spring-plate-grommet-knobby-1-7-8-id-vw-standard-adjustable","title":"Sway-A-Way Knobby Spring Plate Grommet | VW Type 1, Type 3 \u0026 Karmann Ghia | 1-7\/8\" ID Rubber Bushing (SAW-3011)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSway-A-Way \"Knobby\" Spring Plate Grommet — 1 7\/8\" ID Rubber Bushing (SAW-3011)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore your classic Volkswagen's suspension geometry and eliminate metal-on-metal chatter with this high-performance \u003cb\u003e\"Knobby\" Spring Plate Grommet\u003c\/b\u003e from Sway-A-Way. Designed for the high-friction environment of the VW rear torsion housing, these grommets serve as the critical interface between your spring plates and the chassis. Whether you run a stock daily driver or an off-road rail with adjustable plates, these bushings provide the dampening and alignment stability for a smooth, predictable ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Type 1):\u003c\/b\u003e All Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e All Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e All Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Sway-A-Way?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSway-A-Way engineers these grommets from a specialized \u003cb\u003ehigh-quality rubber compound\u003c\/b\u003e with a distinctive knobby profile, delivering superior vibration isolation and a locked-in fit that rigid polyurethane can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"Knobby\" Surface Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Raised-knob profile provides a locked-in fit within the housing for better compression management and prevents the bushing from spinning or shifting under extreme cornering loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Quality Rubber Compound:\u003c\/b\u003e Superior vibration isolation compared to rigid polyurethane that can squeak and transmit harsh road feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal Plate Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Works with both standard (OEM) and aftermarket adjustable spring plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurability:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered to withstand the constant rotational forces of the torsion bar.\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\u003eInner Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuspension Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with both IRS and Swing Axle configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Inner or outer torsion housing (check your specific year\/model requirements for quantity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality rubber compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold individually (one grommet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e SAW-3011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-year warranty\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\u003eWhat is the inner diameter?\u003c\/b\u003e 1 7\/8\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs it sold individually or in a set?\u003c\/b\u003e Sold individually (one grommet) — check your year\/model to determine how many you need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it work with adjustable spring plates?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, it's compatible with both standard OEM and aftermarket adjustable spring plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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-type-3\"\u003eVW Type 3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sway-A-Way","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45023773720691,"sku":"SAW-3011","price":7.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/image_1920_36d878b1-365b-450b-83de-035f94bd9cfd.webp?v=1779332500","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/sway-a-way-spring-plate-grommet-knobby-1-7-8-id-vw-standard-adjustable","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}