{"product_id":"empi-classic-wood-steering-wheel-kit-380mm-dark-wood-billet-boss-vw-beetle-ghia-type-4","title":"EMPI Classic Wood Steering Wheel Kit | VW Beetle, Ghia \u0026 Type 3 1960–1974 | 380mm Dark, Billet Boss (79-4022-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Classic Wood Steering Wheel Kit | 380mm Dark Wood, 23mm Grip \u0026amp; Billet Boss (79-4022-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of sophisticated, period-correct luxury to your Volkswagen with the \u003cb\u003eEMPI Classic Wood Steering Wheel Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. This \"Standard Grip\" version features a slender \u003cb\u003e23mm rim\u003c\/b\u003e that captures the feel of a vintage 1960s sports car. The deep, dark wood grain finish provides a stunning contrast against the high-polished chrome spokes — ideal for high-end restorations and \"Outlaw\" style builds alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe real wood rim is finished with a smooth, high-gloss clear coat and features \u003cb\u003eintegrated finger grips\u003c\/b\u003e on the underside for a secure, comfortable hold. This all-in-one kit includes the premium billet aluminum adapter needed to mount to your factory steering column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes the 3-bolt boss\/hub adapter designed for the 21mm coarse-spline columns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 Beetle \/ Super Beetle:\u003c\/b\u003e 1960–1974½ (up to mid-year '74, coarse spline)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1960–1974½ (up to mid-year '74, coarse spline)\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 This kit is designed for the \u003cb\u003e21mm coarse-spline\u003c\/b\u003e columns. If your 1974 model has the later \"fine-spline\" column (usually identified by the wiper switch on the column stalk), this adapter will not fit.\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\u003eStandard 23mm Grip:\u003c\/b\u003e A slim, elegant profile that offers an authentic vintage feel and clear view of your gauges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePremium Materials:\u003c\/b\u003e Genuine wood rim with a rich dark stain and three slotted, high-polished chrome spokes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Installation Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a polished billet aluminum 3-bolt boss (hub), functional horn button, and two optional logo inserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eErgonomic Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Finger-notched rim underside ensures precision handling and a classic tactile experience.\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 Standard 23mm rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRim Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Real dark-stained wood grain, high-gloss clear coat\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 79-4022-0\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":44863065063539,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/79-4022-0-500x476.jpg?v=1776836012","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-classic-wood-steering-wheel-kit-380mm-dark-wood-billet-boss-vw-beetle-ghia-type-4","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}