EMPI x Foose Billet Spring Plate Caps | VW Swing Axle Beetle, Ghia & Type 3 1960–1968 | Polished (17-8897-0)
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EMPI x Foose Billet Spring Plate Caps — High-Polish 6061 T-6 for VW Swing Axle (1960–1968)
Transform your rear suspension with the mirror-like finish of the EMPI x Foose Billet Spring Plate Caps. This collaboration between EMPI and legendary automotive icon Chip Foose brings custom show-car aesthetics to the classic Volkswagen chassis, developed using Foose's original concept sketches and SolidWorks CAD.
CNC-machined from a single block of 6061 T-6 billet aluminum and hand-polished to a brilliant shine, they're a premium alternative to factory stamped-steel covers. Each pair is engraved with the signature Foose Design logo and includes heavy-duty M10 fasteners.
Vehicle Fitment
- VW Beetle (Type 1): 1960–1968 (swing axle)
- VW Karmann Ghia: 1960–1968 (swing axle)
- VW Type 3: 1962–1968 (swing axle)
Note: For swing axle rear suspension only, using 21 3/4" length torsion bars.
Key Features & Benefits
- Iconic Foose Styling: Designed by Chip Foose to blend classic VW heritage with modern custom car culture.
- Show-Quality Polished Finish: Hand-polished billet aluminum delivers a high-luster shine that stands out in any detailed chassis.
- Billet Strength: Precision CNC-machined from 6061 T-6 aluminum for durability over thin factory steel.
- Perfect Alignment: Engineered via CAD for a seamless fit over original or performance torsion bushings.
- Complete Hardware Kit: Each pair comes with heavy-duty M10 fasteners for a straightforward bolt-on upgrade.
Technical Specifications
- Material: 6061 T-6 billet aluminum
- Finish: High-polish aluminum (engraved Foose logo)
- Hardware: Includes M10 fasteners
- Sold As: Pair
- Suspension: Swing axle rear suspension only
- Torsion Bar Fitment: 21 3/4" length torsion bars
- Part Number: 17-8897-0
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⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65): 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 www.p65warnings.ca.gov. Parts are legal for use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles only.