{"product_id":"empi-billet-aluminum-steering-box-cover-vw-type-1-bug-type-3-16-7508-0","title":"EMPI Billet Aluminum Steering Box Cover — VW Beetle, Ghia \u0026 Type 3 (16-7508-0)","description":"\u003cp\u003eClean up your front-end assembly with this \u003cb\u003eBillet Aluminum Steering Box Cover\u003c\/b\u003e. Standard steering box housings are often rough, industrial-looking castings that are difficult to clean and even harder to plate or paint. This CNC-machined cover provides a high-end, polished look without the expense and downtime of custom chroming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for a \"nothing to hide\" chassis, this cover slips over the factory-style housing to instantly transform the look of your steering assembly. It's the perfect finishing touch for show-quality builds, narrowed beam installs, or anyone looking to add a bit of detail to their front-suspension metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Type 1):\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1977 (steering boxes 113-415-061C or 113-415-061CBR)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1974\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1962–1973\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor use only with steering box part numbers:\u003c\/b\u003e 113-415-061C (OEM German) and 113-415-061CBR (EMPI). Will not fit Super Beetle (MacPherson strut) or other steering box types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBillet Aluminum Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e CNC-machined for a precise fit and a brilliant, long-lasting shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstant Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides a custom look without disassembling or chroming the entire steering box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecision Fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered specifically to fit the most common VW steering box configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasy Installation:\u003c\/b\u003e Slips over your existing compatible housing — no special tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow do I know which steering box I have?\u003c\/b\u003e Look on the housing for the part number. The OEM German box is stamped 113-415-061C; the EMPI replacement is 113-415-061CBR. Both work with this cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill this fit a Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No — Super Beetles use a different MacPherson strut steering system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I need to remove the steering box to install?\u003c\/b\u003e No. The cover slips over the existing housing while it's mounted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill this work with our rebuilt German steering box?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — our Precision Rebuilt German Steering Box (gid:\/\/shopify\/Product\/8191714197619) already includes a polished billet top cover, but this EMPI cover is the ideal upgrade for stock or other rebuilt boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolished or raw billet?\u003c\/b\u003e Brushed\/polished aluminum finish from EMPI — will hold a shine with periodic polishing, or can be left to develop a satin patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePair It With\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a full front-end refresh, check out our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e collection and our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chassis-suspension\"\u003eChassis \u0026amp; Suspension\u003c\/a\u003e parts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44708561780851,"sku":"CH71","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/16-7508-0-500x416.jpg?v=1775708552","url":"https:\/\/shop.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-billet-aluminum-steering-box-cover-vw-type-1-bug-type-3-16-7508-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}