{"product_id":"45217","title":"EMPI Gas Shock, Front, Link Pin, Lowered.","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eEMPI Lowered Performance Gas Shocks (Link Pin Front)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eUpgrade your classic VW or Karmann Ghia's suspension with EMPI's \u003cb\u003egas-charged lowered shocks\u003c\/b\u003e. Engineered specifically for vehicles with \u003cb\u003elink pin front ends\u003c\/b\u003e that have been \u003cb\u003elowered more than 3 inches\u003c\/b\u003e using an adjustable beam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Stability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eUnlike standard oil-filled units, the gas-charged design offers \u003cb\u003esuperior responsiveness\u003c\/b\u003e to road changes, providing better tire-to-ground contact for \u003cb\u003emore stable handling\u003c\/b\u003e. The specialized travel range 11⅛\" (closed) \/ 14⅝\" (open) is crucial for eliminating \u003cb\u003ebottoming out\u003c\/b\u003e on significantly lowered vehicles. While these shocks offer a firmer, stiffer ride ideal for aggressive driving or racing, they deliver unmatched control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eFitment and Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Required for 1954–1965 Beetle and 1956–1965 Karmann Ghia models with link pin front ends \u003cb\u003elowered over 3 inches\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7,0,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Note: Stock-height or drop-spindle lowered cars can use stock shocks.)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Note: Stock length rear shocks generally work for most lowered rear applications.)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e 11⅛\" (closed) \/ 14⅝\" (open)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMounting:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold individually. Upper and lower eyelets have a \u003cspan data-math=\"12\\text{mm}\" class=\"math-inline\"\u003e12mm\u003c\/span\u003e inner diameter sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eInstallation Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe required size for the trailing arm mount is approximately \u003cspan data-math=\"11.9\\text{mm}\" class=\"math-inline\"\u003e11.9mm\u003c\/span\u003e. If the new shock does not fit the lower mount, it indicates that the sleeve from the old shock has rusted in place and \u003cb\u003emust be removed\u003c\/b\u003e using appropriate tools like vice grips, heat, or cutting implements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI INC.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47373916373279,"sku":"00-9654-0","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/8797\/1103\/files\/00-9654-0-500x333.jpg?v=1708120680","url":"https:\/\/shop.ipconlinestore.com\/products\/45217","provider":"IPC - Import Parts Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}