{"product_id":"billet-shift-coupler-7075-64-newer-bugs-buses","title":"King Performance Billet Shift Coupler | Late-Style Air-Cooled VW | 7075-T651 Billet Aluminum (CH15)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eKing Performance VW Billet Shift Coupler — Late Style (7075-T651 Billet Aluminum)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDitch the stock plastic coupler and upgrade to the lightest, slickest shift coupler on the market. Machined from aircraft-grade \u003cb\u003e7075-T651 billet aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e and black hard anodized for durability, this King Performance coupler delivers a crisp, precise shift feel that factory parts simply can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e For the best possible shift feel, pair this coupler with a Delrin shift bushing for a complete upgrade of your shift linkage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 (Beetle\/Bug):\u003c\/b\u003e 1965–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1965–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 (Bus\/Van):\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3 (Squareback\/Fastback\/Notchback):\u003c\/b\u003e 1965–1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing (Type 181):\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose King Performance?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Performance engineers and manufactures this coupler in the \u003cb\u003eUSA\u003c\/b\u003e and backs it with a \u003cb\u003elifetime guarantee against breakage\u003c\/b\u003e, so you get a stronger, lighter alternative to worn factory parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLightest unit on the market:\u003c\/b\u003e Machined from high-strength 7075-T651 billet aluminum — stronger and lighter than OEM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision shifting:\u003c\/b\u003e Eliminates the slop and vagueness of worn stock couplers for a direct, mechanical shift feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLifetime guarantee:\u003c\/b\u003e Guaranteed for life against breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMade in the USA:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered and manufactured in the USA by King Performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e 7075-T651 billet aluminum, black hard anodized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBolt:\u003c\/b\u003e Type 2 stainless shoulder bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Grade 8 AN washer and flex-top lock nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSet Screw:\u003c\/b\u003e Cone point set screw with thin jam nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e CH15\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\n\u003cb\u003eWhat material is the coupler made from?\u003c\/b\u003e Aircraft-grade 7075-T651 billet aluminum, black hard anodized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs there a warranty?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — it's guaranteed for life against breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat hardware is included?\u003c\/b\u003e A Type 2 stainless shoulder bolt, a Grade 8 AN washer and flex-top lock nut, and a cone point set screw with thin jam nut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/transaxle-components\"\u003eTransaxle Components\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drivetrain-transmission\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washburn-originals\"\u003eWashburn's Signature Series\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41143306518643,"sku":"CH15","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/20240723_180144.jpg?v=1721974758","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/billet-shift-coupler-7075-64-newer-bugs-buses","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}