Collection: Steering & Components
Steering & Components
Precise handling is the difference between a stressful drive and a confident one. In the air-cooled world, the steering system is often the most overlooked aspect of a restoration—yet it is the most critical for safety and driver feedback.
At Washburn’s Metal, we provide the essential components required to eliminate play and restore accuracy to your Volkswagen’s front end. This collection features everything from high-quality steering boxes and dampers to tie rod assemblies and rebuild hardware. Whether you are performing a stock refresh or fine-tuning a custom front-end setup, every part in this collection is vetted for structural integrity and reliable performance.
Collection Highlights:
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Steering Gear: New and inspected steering boxes for Type 1 and Type 2 applications.
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Precision Linkage: Tie rods, drag links, and ends designed for long-term durability.
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Damping & Stability: High-quality steering dampers to reduce road vibration and feedback.
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Hardware & Seals: The small but vital components required for a leak-free, tight-tolerance installation.
Don’t settle for a vague "bus-like" steering feel. Rebuild your system with the components trusted by professional fabricators.
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Steering Box Clamp, GERMAN, powdercoated
Regular price $17.00 USDRegular priceSale price $17.00 USD -
Precision Rebuilt German Steering Box with Polished CNC Billet Top Cover
Regular price $650.00 USDRegular priceSale price $650.00 USD -
German VW Steering Coupler Disc - Standard Beetle 1946-1977 Rag Joint
Regular price $25.00 USDRegular priceSale price $25.00 USD -
Late Pitman Arm ('69-77), Factory German, Powdercoated (both Big & Small Hole versions)
Regular price $45.00 USDRegular priceSale price $45.00 USD -
VW Black Steering Wheel Kit | 1966 Design | Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 (1962-1971) | 79-4005-0
Regular price $285.00 USDRegular priceSale price $285.00 USD -
VW Ivory Steering Wheel Kit | 1966 Design | Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 (1962-1971) | 79-4004-0
Regular price $285.00 USDRegular priceSale price $285.00 USD -
VW Steering Box | All-New OE Quality for Beetle, Ghia, Type 3, Thing | 98-4156-B
Regular price $425.00 USDRegular priceSale price $425.00 USD -
VW Link Pin Weld-On Beam Adjuster | Beetle, Ghia, Bus | 16-9911-0
Regular price $30.00 USDRegular priceSale price $30.00 USD -
VW Bus Weld-On Beam Adjusters | Type 2 Bus (1955-1979) | 16-9916-0
Regular price $45.00 USDRegular priceSale price $45.00 USD -
EMPI Billet Aluminum Steering Box Cover | VW Type 1 Bug & Type 3 | 16-7508-0
Regular price $50.00 USDRegular priceSale price $50.00 USD -
Steering Shaft Flange Set, German Refurbished
Regular price $35.00 USDRegular priceSale price $35.00 USD -
Premium Rebuilt German Steering Box (VW Type 1)
Regular price $550.00 USDRegular priceSale price $550.00 USD -
Early Pitman Arms (1950-1961) & (1962-1965), Factory German, Powdercoated
Regular price $40.00 USDRegular priceSale price $40.00 USD