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EMPI Thing Spindle Upgrade Kit — Ball Joint, 3" Raised, Off-Road | VW Type 181

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EMPI Thing Spindle Upgrade Kit — Ball Joint, 3" Raised, Off-Road | VW Type 181EMPI engineers have assembled the perfect package to upgrade your Type 1 ball joint beam into a raised front end for your Dune Buggy, Baja or Class 11 project. Starting with EMPI exclusive forged Type 181 Thing Spindles, this package features all new parts matched for a trouble free and time saving build! Extensive testing on the Mojave Trail by EMPI staff confirms this kit will handle all your off road abuse. Intended for off road applications

EMPI engineers have assembled the perfect package to upgrade your Type 1 ball joint beam into a raised front end for your Dune Buggy, Baja or Class 11 project. Starting with EMPI-exclusive forged Type 181 Thing Spindles, this package features all-new parts matched for a trouble-free and time-saving build! Extensive testing on the Mojave Trail by EMPI staff confirms this kit will handle all your off-road abuse.

Intended for off-road applications requiring extra articulation and ground clearance. This kit includes the following EMPI components:

22-3846-0 Forged Thing Spindle Set, One Pair
98-4556-1 Thing Lower Trailing Arm, Left
98-4556-2 Thing Lower Trailing Arm, Right
98-4560-B Thing Upper Trailing Arm, Left
98-4561-B Thing Upper Trailing Arm, Right
98-4536-B Upper Ball Joint, One Pair (Pressed)
98-4537-B Lower Ball Joint, One Pair (Pressed)
22-3817-7 Thing Camber Adjuster, One Pair
22-2813-7 Eccentric Washer, One Pair

3D scanning and CAD engineering ensure exact dimensions and a 3” lift for a direct replacement of original Type 181 spindles used on the 1973-1974 Thing.

Why spend hours on eBay searching for used parts or one-offs, when you can build with brand-new components for longevity and peace of mind? Plus pre-installed ball joints save you time and money!

EMPI Thing spindles and trailing arms are constructed of Hot Forged 5140 medium carbon steel. EMPI Thing Spindles are SCORE approved for Class 11 competition.

If you are seeking increased stopping power versus original Thing front drum brakes, these spindles are compatible with EMPI disc brake conversion kit
22-2895-0.

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Marie Phillips
Lake Worth, US
★★★★★ 4
Durable Chew Toy That Actually Holds Up to Strong Jaws
Size: Large, Color: Bundle
This is a reliable option for a heavy chewer, especially for a large breed with a strong bite. The material feels tough and well-made, and it stands up well to consistent chewing without immediately breaking down like softer toys tend to do. It also gives a bit of dental benefit by helping reduce plaque and tartar buildup during play, which is a nice bonus since brushing isn’t always realistic. The textured surface keeps it interesting enough to hold attention for a while, and it doesn’t splinter or create a mess. Overall, it’s a solid, durable chew toy that works well for strong chewers who tend to destroy most standard toys quickly.
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Justina Stone
Lowell, US
★★★★★ 5
Ergonomic good, material so, so
Size: Large, Color: Wishbone
Nice ergonomic, but the plastic come off and dog chew it. I had rather have a stronger material adequate for bigger dogs.
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Myah Meyers
Louisville, US
★★★★★ 3
Love it, nice for tough chewers, split in half during play
Size: X-Large, Color: Textured Ring, Size: X-Large, Color: Textured Ring
LOVE THIS PRODUCT, would’ve gotten 5 stars but i threw it for my dog and it split in half on contact with the floor. It had lasted us well over 5 months, it’s not his favorite toy but he’ll pick it sometimes, i wouldn’t say it’s unsafe in half just don’t give the smaller parts!
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Jh
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 5
Dogs love them
Size: X-Large, Color: Textured Ring
Great for aggressive chewers . hold up well
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Sarah Hood
Chelsea, US
★★★★★ 5
Great for power chewers
Size: Large, Color: Bundle
Nothing beats Nylabone!!! Our lab has destroyed everything else… even the extra durable black kongs. Finally a chew toy that is super durable and great size.
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