VW Chassis Tube Collector | Air-Cooled VW Beetle, Ghia & Type 3 | 18-Gauge Mild Steel (#CH08)

VW Chassis Tube Collector | Air-Cooled VW | 18-Gauge Mild Steel (#CH08)

An ideal replacement if your original chassis tube collector is missing, has been cut for modifications, or has suffered damage over the years. Fabricated by Washburn's Metal for vintage air-cooled VW chassis restoration projects.

Vehicle Fitment

• Air-Cooled VW: Beetle (Type 1), Type 3, and Karmann Ghia — all years

Key Features & Benefits

• Premium Material: Fabricated from 18-gauge mild steel for a balance of weldability and long-term durability.
• Bare Metal Finish: Ships in bare metal — a clean surface ready for welding, grinding, and your choice of final coating.
• Precision Design: Pre-cut openings for a seamless fit with your existing chassis tubes.

Technical Specifications

• Material: 18-gauge mild steel
• Finish: Raw / bare metal
• Compatibility: Air-cooled VW (Type 1, Type 3, Karmann Ghia)
• Application: Chassis sheet-metal repair / tube collection
• Part Number: #CH08

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is it made from? 18-gauge mild steel, chosen for a balance of weldability and durability.
• Does it come finished? No — it ships in bare metal, ready for welding, grinding, and your choice of coating.
• What does it fit? Air-cooled VW chassis — Beetle (Type 1), Type 3, and Karmann Ghia.

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