EMPI Classic Foam Steering Wheel | Air-Cooled VW & Dune Buggy

The EMPI Classic Foam steering wheel pairs a comfortable foam grip with polished chrome or black spokes in a range of sizes and dish depths. A matching boss/adapter kit is required to mount (sold separately).

Vehicle Fitment

• VW Beetle (Type 1): All years
• Dune Buggy: All builds

Note: Requires a matching boss/adapter to fit your steering column (sold separately).

Key Features & Benefits

• Comfortable Foam Grip: Easy-hold foam rim for street or off-road use.
• Chrome or Black Spokes: 3-spoke and 4-spoke styles to match your interior.
• Multiple Sizes: Diameters from 8½" to 13" to suit your driving position.
• Boss Required: Mounts with a matching EMPI boss/adapter kit (sold separately).

Technical Specifications

• Chrome, 3-Spoke, 8½": Part #79-4050-0
• Chrome, 3-Spoke, 11½": Part #79-4051-0
• Chrome, 4-Spoke, 11½": Part #79-4014-0
• Chrome, 4-Spoke, 13": Part #79-4047-0
• Black, 3-Spoke, 10¼": Part #79-4052-0

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will this EMPI steering wheel fit my VW? It fits air-cooled VW Beetles of all years and dune buggy builds, but only with a matching boss/adapter kit for your steering column, sold separately.
• Does this wheel include a mounting boss? No — it requires a matching boss/adapter kit to mount, sold separately.
• What spoke styles are available? Chrome 3-spoke and 4-spoke, plus a black 3-spoke, in diameters from 8½" to 13".
• Which part number is which size? Chrome 3-spoke 8½" is 79-4050-0, chrome 3-spoke 11½" is 79-4051-0, chrome 4-spoke 11½" is 79-4014-0, chrome 4-spoke 13" is 79-4047-0, and black 3-spoke 10¼" is 79-4052-0.
• What is the grip made of? A foam rim, for an easy hold on the street or off-road.

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