{"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 | CNC-Machined (16-7508-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Billet Aluminum Steering Box Cover — CNC-Machined for VW Beetle, Ghia \u0026amp; Type 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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 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 adding 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\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Type 1):\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1977 (steering boxes 113-415-061C or 113-415-061CBR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3:\u003c\/b\u003e 1962–1973\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 \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBillet Aluminum Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e CNC-machined for a precise fit and a brilliant, long-lasting shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInstant Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides a custom look without disassembling or chroming the entire steering box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Fit:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered specifically to fit the most common VW steering box configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEasy Installation:\u003c\/b\u003e Slips over your existing compatible housing — no special tools required.\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 Billet aluminum, CNC-machined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Brushed\/polished aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFits Steering Boxes:\u003c\/b\u003e 113-415-061C (German OEM) and 113-415-061CBR (EMPI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 16-7508-0\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\u003eWhich steering boxes does this cover fit?\u003c\/b\u003e Steering box part numbers 113-415-061C (German OEM) and 113-415-061CBR (EMPI). Standard worm-and-roller boxes used on VW Type 1 (Beetle\/Ghia) and Type 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I have to disassemble my steering box to install the cover?\u003c\/b\u003e No. The cover is designed to slip over the existing factory housing. Most installers can have it on in a few minutes without removing the steering box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs this a structural part?\u003c\/b\u003e No, it's a cosmetic billet cover. It does not change steering geometry - it sits over the existing housing for a polished show-car appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it fit my Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No. Super Beetles (1971-1979) use a rack-and-pinion steering system, not a worm-and-roller box.\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\u003eBrowse more in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e.\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:\/\/www.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"}