EMPI Banjo Boss Kit | VW Beetle & Karmann Ghia 1949-1959 | Polished Billet 24-Spline (79-4062-0)

EMPI Banjo Steering Wheel Boss Kit — Polished Billet Aluminum, 24-Spline

Bridge vintage elegance and precision engineering with the EMPI Polished Billet Aluminum Banjo Boss Kit. This adapter is the essential mechanical link required to mount a 3-bolt Banjo-style steering wheel to your early classic Volkswagen steering column.

Machined from high-grade billet aluminum and finished to a mirror polish, this boss kit provides a secure mounting point and a seamless extension of your interior's aesthetic. Unlike cast adapters, this billet piece offers superior structural integrity and a crisp, clean look.

Vehicle Fitment

Designed for the 24-spline early steering shafts:

• VW Type 1 Beetle: 1949–1959 (early 24-spline columns)

• VW Karmann Ghia: 1956–1959 (early 24-spline columns)

Why Choose EMPI?

EMPI's billet boss kit is CNC-machined from solid aluminum rather than cast, giving superior strength and a polished, "built-in" finish that matches the diameter and taper of the factory steering column.

Key Features & Benefits

• Premium Billet Construction: CNC-machined from solid billet aluminum for maximum strength and a flawless polished finish.

• 24-Spline Precision: Broached for the steering shafts on the earliest air-cooled production models.

• Complete Installation Hardware: Includes all necessary hardware for a straightforward, secure installation.

• Seamless Integration: Matches the diameter and taper of the factory column for a "built-in" appearance.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Polished billet aluminum (CNC-machined)

• Spline: 24-spline (early columns)

• Wheel pattern: 3-bolt Banjo

• Included: Mounting hardware

• Brand: EMPI

• Part Number: 79-4062-0

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which columns does this fit? The early 24-spline columns on 1949–1959 VW Beetle and 1956–1959 Karmann Ghia.

• What is it made from? CNC-machined, polished billet aluminum.

• What wheel does it mount? A 3-bolt Banjo-style steering wheel.

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