{"product_id":"empi-classic-wood-steering-wheel-kit-380mm-dark-wood-billet-boss-vw-beetle-ghia-type-3","title":"EMPI Classic Wood Steering Wheel Kit | VW Beetle, Ghia \u0026 Type 3 1960–1974 | 380mm Dark Phat Grip (79-4021-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Classic Wood Steering Wheel Kit | 380mm Dark Wood, \"Phat\" 31mm Grip (79-4021-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your interior with the timeless aesthetic of the \u003cb\u003eEMPI Classic Wood Steering Wheel Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. This \"Phat Grip\" edition combines vintage European styling with modern ergonomic comfort. A rich, dark wood grain rim and high-polished chrome spokes make it the perfect centerpiece for a period-correct restoration or a custom outlaw build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside of the rim is engineered with \u003cb\u003eintegrated finger grips\u003c\/b\u003e for superior tactile feedback and control. The kit comes complete with a polished billet aluminum boss (hub adapter) for a seamless installation on your classic Volkswagen steering column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes the specific boss\/hub adapter required for the following models. It is designed for the 21mm coarse-spline columns used through mid-1974.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 Beetle \/ Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1960–1974½ (fits up to mid-year '74 column change)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1960–1974½ (fits up to mid-year '74 column change)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 3 (Notch, Fast, Square):\u003c\/b\u003e 1961–1971 (all models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTech Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e If your vehicle was manufactured in late 1974 or later, the steering spline size changed. Please verify your column year before ordering if your car is a \"transition year\" 1974 model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI supplies this as a complete, all-in-one kit — real wood rim, chrome spokes, billet boss, horn button, and logo inserts — so you get a matched, bolt-on package rather than sourcing individual pieces.\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\u003e\"Phat\" 31mm Grip:\u003c\/b\u003e A more substantial, modern feel in the hand while keeping a vintage look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePremium Materials:\u003c\/b\u003e Real wood grain finished in a deep dark stain, paired with three slotted chrome-plated spokes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Installation Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the 3-bolt polished billet aluminum boss, functional horn button, and two optional logo inserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeep Dish Design:\u003c\/b\u003e A 2.5-inch dish depth provides a comfortable driving position and clear view of the speedometer.\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\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 380mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrip:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Phat\" 31mm rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDish Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRim Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Real dark-stained wood grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpokes:\u003c\/b\u003e Three slotted, high-polished chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMounting:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-bolt, 21mm coarse-spline boss included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKit Includes:\u003c\/b\u003e Wheel, billet aluminum boss, horn button, two logo inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e EMPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 79-4021-0\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\u003eFinish your cockpit: browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering\u003c\/a\u003e for wheels, bosses, and adapters, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/interior\"\u003eInterior\u003c\/a\u003e for trim and cabin upgrades, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eVW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e for our full catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44862558863475,"sku":"79-4021-0","price":294.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/79-4021-0-scaled-500x333.jpg?v=1776834452","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-classic-wood-steering-wheel-kit-380mm-dark-wood-billet-boss-vw-beetle-ghia-type-3","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}