{"product_id":"vw-foose-billet-spring-plate-caps-blasted-satin-silver-finish-1960-1968-bug-ghia-17-8896-0","title":"EMPI x Foose Billet Spring Plate Caps | VW Beetle\/Ghia Swing Axle 1960–1968 | Satin Billet Aluminum (17-8896-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI x Foose Billet Spring Plate Caps – Blasted Satin Silver (17-8896-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchieve a sophisticated, understated look for your rear suspension with the \u003cb\u003eEMPI x Foose Billet Spring Plate Caps\u003c\/b\u003e in \u003cb\u003eBlasted Satin Silver\u003c\/b\u003e. This exclusive collaboration between EMPI and legendary designer \u003cb\u003eChip Foose\u003c\/b\u003e brings CAD-engineered precision to the classic Volkswagen swing-axle chassis — a structural and aesthetic upgrade developed from Foose's original concept sketches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCNC-machined from a solid block of \u003cb\u003e6061 T-6 billet aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e, each cap wears a blasted satin finish sealed with a \u003cb\u003eclear anodized coating\u003c\/b\u003e for a refined, non-reflective surface that resists the pitting and corrosion common to chrome or raw steel. The iconic Foose Design logo is engraved on every piece for a clean, engineering-first look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Type 1):\u003c\/b\u003e 1960–1968 (swing axle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1960–1968 (swing axle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1962–1968 (swing axle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI x Foose?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an exclusive EMPI collaboration with Chip Foose, translating his original concept sketches into CNC-machined billet hardware. The result is a period-correct upgrade engineered for a precise fit and a finish built to last.\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\u003eExclusive Foose Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Authentic styling from Chip Foose, engineered for a precise \"nothing to hide\" fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlasted Satin Silver Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e A modern, industrial aesthetic that hides minor road grime better than polished finishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClear Anodized Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e Sealed surface keeps the aluminum bright and corrosion-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAerospace-Grade Aluminum:\u003c\/b\u003e Machined from 6061 T-6 billet for a high strength-to-weight ratio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBolt-On Ready:\u003c\/b\u003e Supplied as a pair with high-strength \u003cb\u003eM10 fasteners\u003c\/b\u003e included.\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 17-8896-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e 6061 T-6 Billet Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Blasted Satin Silver with Clear Anodized Coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e M10 Fasteners Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuspension Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Swing Axle Only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTorsion Bar Length:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits 21 3\/4\" bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair\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\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44708703207539,"sku":"17-8896-0","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-8896-0_3-500x333.jpg?v=1775716944","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-foose-billet-spring-plate-caps-blasted-satin-silver-finish-1960-1968-bug-ghia-17-8896-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}