EMPI Castle-Design Hubcap — Chrome, 5-Lug 1966–67 or 4-Lug 1968–79, Each or Set of 4 | VW Beetle (10-1071-B)
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EMPI Castle-Design Hubcap — Chrome, 5-Lug 1966–67 or 4-Lug 1968–79, Each or Set of 4
Short answer: EMPI Castle-design chrome hubcaps for stock VW steel wheels. Choose 10-1071-B for the 1966–67 5-lug (5x205) Beetle — EMPI lists Type 1 08/65–07/67 — or 10-1072-B for 4-lug (4x130) wheels on 1968–79 Beetles and 1968–74 Ghias. Sold each or as a set of four.
Part numbers: EMPI 10-1071-B (101071B) 5-lug 1966–67, 10-1072-B (101072B) 4-lug. Set-of-4 SKUs add -X4.
Which EMPI Hubcap Fits Your VW?
Stock VW steel-wheel hubcaps fall into three groups: 5-lug (5x205) cars through the 1965 model year, 5-lug cars of the 1966–1967 model years (EMPI lists separate hubcaps for these two years), and 4-lug (4x130) cars from the 1968 model year (August 1967 production). Match the column to your car and wheels.
| Style | 5-lug, through 1965 | 5-lug, 1966–67 | 4-lug, 1968–79 | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome Smoothie (smooth dome) | 10-1061-0 | — | 10-1060-B | View |
| Classic Nipple (center nipple) | 10-1057-B | — | 10-1055-B | View |
| Castle design | — | 10-1071-B | 10-1072-B | This listing |
| Stock style, EMPI logo | — | — | 10-1063-0 | EMPI 10-1063-0 — ask us |
| Stock style with holes | — | — | 10-1059-B | View |
For the small chrome center caps used on 4-lug and 5-lug steel wheels, see EMPI 10-1062-0 and EMPI 00-9623-0 / 18-1115-0.
Vehicle Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1966–1967 | VW Beetle | 5-lug (5x205) steel wheels; EMPI lists Type 1 08/65–07/67 for 10-1071-B |
| 1966–1967 | Dune Buggy | On 5-lug pans, per EMPI |
| 1968–1979 | VW Beetle & Super Beetle | 4-lug (4x130) steel wheels; EMPI lists Type 1 08/67–12/86 for 10-1072-B |
| 1968–1974 | VW Karmann Ghia | 4-lug steel wheels; EMPI lists 08/67–07/74 |
| 1968–1979 | Buggy / Baja Bug | 4-lug, per EMPI |
| — | Does not fit: 5-lug Beetles through 1965 | EMPI lists the 1966–67 hubcap only; see the table above for earlier styles. |
| — | Does not fit: VW Bus (Type 2) | Bus hubcaps are a different size; not listed by EMPI. |
| — | Does not fit: Alloy wheels | Use the center cap for your wheel. |
Specifications
| Part # | Fits | Pack | Weight | Made in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-1071-B | 5-lug 1966–67 | Bulk pack | 0.85 lb | TW |
| 10-1072-B | 4-lug 1968–79 | Bulk pack | 0.75 lb | TW |
What's Included
- One hubcap (Single) or four hubcaps (Set of 4).
- Hubcap only: the wheel's retaining springs are part of the wheel (repair kit EMPI 98-6982-B).
Why It Matters
1966 and 1967 are one-year-only territory for many Beetle parts, and EMPI lists this 5-lug hubcap only for those two model years. If you own a '66 or '67, this is the EMPI hubcap made for your wheels.
The 4-lug 10-1072-B gives 1968-and-later cars the same Castle look.
Install Notes
- Stock VW steel wheels hold the hubcap with spring clips riveted to the wheel. Check that all clips are present and tight; EMPI sells the replacement spring and rivet as 98-6982-B (VW 111-698-131).
- Line the hubcap up square, then seat it with the heel of your hand or a rubber mallet with a rag over the cap, working around the edge.
- Remove with a proper hubcap puller (see the EMPI billet hubcap puller) or a padded tool — prying with a screwdriver dents the cap and chips the wheel paint.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hubcap fits a 1967 Beetle? EMPI lists the Castle-design 10-1071-B for 5-lug Type 1 from August 1965 to July 1967 (1966–67 models).
- Is there a 4-lug Castle hubcap? Yes, EMPI 10-1072-B for 1968–79 4-lug steel wheels.
- Will the 1966–67 hubcap fit a 1964 Beetle? EMPI lists 10-1071-B for 1966–67 only. For earlier 5-lug cars choose the Smoothie 10-1061-0 or Nipple 10-1057-B.
- Can I buy a set of four hubcaps? Yes. Choose "Set of 4" for four hubcaps (SKU 10-1071-B-X4 or 10-1072-B-X4) at 10% off four singles.
- Are you an authorized EMPI dealer? Yes. Washburn's Metal is an authorized EMPI dealer, so this is genuine EMPI stock shipped from our Orange, California shop.
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