Washburn's Metal Rear Torsion Adjuster | VW Beetle & Ghia Type 1 | Weld-In Adjustable Ride Height (CH07)

Washburn's Metal Heavy-Duty Weld-In Rear Torsion Adjuster | VW Type 1 Adjustable Ride Height

Dial in your VW's stance with a turn of a screw. This weld-in rear torsion adjuster lets you independently raise or lower each side of your classic Volkswagen's rear suspension to achieve the exact ride height and rake you want — whether you're slamming a street Bug, leveling a daily driver, or setting up an off-road build.

Cut the center section out of your rear torsion housing, weld this unit in, and you gain fully adjustable rear ride height without guesswork, shims, or re-indexing torsion bars. Built heavy-duty to take abuse on the street or in the dirt.

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (Type 1): Swing-axle and IRS rear suspension
• VW Karmann Ghia: Type 1 chassis

Why Choose Washburn's Metal?

Built heavy-duty to withstand the loads of off-road and street-performance use, this adjuster becomes a permanent, structurally sound part of your chassis — no more pulling and re-clocking torsion bars every time you want a height change.

Key Features & Benefits

• Independent left/right adjustment: Set each side separately to correct lean or dial in a custom stance.
• Lift or lower at the turn of a screw: No need to pull and re-clock torsion bars for every height change.
• Heavy-duty construction: Engineered to withstand off-road and street-performance loads.
• Weld-in design: Becomes a permanent, structurally sound part of your chassis.

Technical Specifications

• Type: Weld-in rear torsion adjuster (adjustable ride height)
• Suspension: Fits Type 1 swing-axle and IRS rear
• Installation: Weld-in (permanent)
• Part Number: #CH07
• Manufacturer: Washburn's Metal (Orange, CA)

Installation Note: This is a weld-in suspension component for experienced fabricators. Proper installation requires cutting the rear torsion housing and welding the adjuster in square and true. If you're not comfortable with chassis welding, have a qualified shop perform the install.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does this work on swing-axle and IRS? Yes — it adjusts ride height at the torsion housing, so it works with both swing-axle and IRS rear setups.
• How much can I raise or lower the car? The adjuster gives a wide range of travel; final range depends on your spring plates and trailing arm geometry.
• Is this reversible? No — it's a weld-in modification. Plan your stance before cutting.

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