{"product_id":"empi-billet-look-aluminum-running-boards-satin-black-polished-edge-pair-vw-beetle-15-3018-0","title":"EMPI Billet-Look Aluminum Running Boards — Satin Black, Polished Edge, Vintage Style, Pair | VW Beetle \u0026 Super Beetle (15-3018-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Billet-Look Aluminum Running Boards — Satin Black, Polished Edge, Pair (15-3018-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock rubber-over-steel running boards rot from the inside, and the rubber peels off them. EMPI \u003cb\u003e15-3018-0\u003c\/b\u003e replaces both sides with \u003cb\u003ethick extruded aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e boards in \u003cb\u003esatin black\u003c\/b\u003e, with a \u003cb\u003epolished edge\u003c\/b\u003e for a vintage look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe satin black keeps them from looking like a chrome catalog part, and the polished edge picks up the trim line of the car. Because they are aluminum under a powder coat, they won't rust. They come as a left and right pair with the mounting hardware.\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\u003eThick extruded aluminum:\u003c\/b\u003e stiffer than thin stamped boards, so it doesn't flex when you step on it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSatin black powder coat:\u003c\/b\u003e a low-sheen finish that won't rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePolished edge:\u003c\/b\u003e a bright outline that suits a stock or mildly customized Bug.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRibbed tread surface:\u003c\/b\u003e gives some grip when you step on it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardware included:\u003c\/b\u003e everything you need to bolt the pair on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGenuine EMPI:\u003c\/b\u003e sold by an authorized EMPI dealer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCONFIRMED (EMPI price file):\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 1 Beetle, 12\/1947 – 12\/1986 (sedan and convertible).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDealer-listed (NOT CONFIRMED by EMPI):\u003c\/b\u003e VW Super Beetle 1971–1979 (JBugs and Moore Parts list it).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNOT CONFIRMED:\u003c\/b\u003e Karmann Ghia, Type 3, Bus, Thing and fiberglass-bodied buggies. These don't use Beetle running boards.\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\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 15-3018-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Thick extruded aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Satin black powder coat with polished edge, vintage style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e Left and right boards plus mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924460087\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.5 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 56 x 7 x 3 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen the front and rear fender bolts nearest the board before you fit it. That gives you room to slide the board into the fender lips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut new fender beading in at the same time. Old beading that is cracked will stop the board from sitting flush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest-fit each board before you tighten anything. Some cars need a small trim at the ends for a clean line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten the body-side hardware last, then re-snug the fender bolts.\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\u003eDoes this fit a 1967 VW Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. EMPI lists these for the VW Type 1 Beetle from 12\/1947 through 12\/1986, which covers a 1967 sedan or convertible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo they fit a Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e Dealers list the Super Beetle (1971–1979) as well, since it shares the Beetle running-board mounting. EMPI's own listing says Type 1, so treat the Super Beetle as dealer-confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI 15-3018-0 (often listed as EMPI 15-3018). UPC 707924460087. Sold as a pair, left and right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs mounting hardware included?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. EMPI includes the mounting hardware needed to install the pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill they rust?\u003c\/b\u003e No. They are extruded aluminum under a powder-coat finish, so there is no steel to rust the way a stock board's core does.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I have to trim anything?\u003c\/b\u003e Sometimes. Expect to loosen the fender bolts to line them up, and on some cars trim the fender beading or the board ends slightly for a tight fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow does it ship?\u003c\/b\u003e As a long parcel (8.5 lb, 56 x 7 x 3 in box). It is not hazmat and has no ground-only restriction. If EMPI is out of stock it can still be ordered and ships when EMPI restocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre you an authorized EMPI dealer?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer, and this is a genuine EMPI part shipped in EMPI packaging.\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\u003eDressing up the outside of your Bug? 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