Shock absorber 'Heavy Duty', front, gas-filled | VW Beetle, KG 08/65-, Type 181
Shock absorber 'Heavy Duty', front, gas-filled | VW Beetle, KG 08/65-, Type 181
These gas-filled heavy-duty shock absorbers are set firmer than original ones and keep your T1 - Karmann Ghia - or Type 181 on track better - especially if you drive more seriously regularly. The gas filling provides more stability and fewer dents than piston dampers - and they last longer under load. Combine them with our progressive springs for optimal suspension.
- ✓Gas-filled - for optimal stability and damping performance
- ✓Length built-in: 340mm | extended: 465mm
- ✓Fits Beetle and Karmann Ghia from 08/1965 - including Type 181
- ✓Heavy Duty version for increased loads
| Application | VW Beetle, VW Karmann Ghia, VW Type 181 |
| Year | Beetle, KG 08/65-, Type 181 |
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