F2 Performance Supply Billet Shift Rod Cover | Early Link-Pin, 1965 & Older VW Beetle | CNC 6061 Anodized
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F2 Performance Supply Billet Shift Rod Cover | Early Link-Pin, 1965 & Older VW Beetle
Short answer: The F2 Performance Supply billet shift rod cover (early version) replaces the factory stamped steel shift rod access cover in the tunnel of a 1965 and older VW Beetle with the link-pin front end. It is CNC machined from 6061 aluminum, anodized black or red, then machined again for bare-metal contrast edges. Sold each with stainless button head hardware.
Part numbers: F2-SHIFTCVR-EARLY-BLK (black) · F2-SHIFTCVR-EARLY-RED (red)
Vehicle Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1965 & older | VW Beetle (Bug) | Link-pin front end |
| Does not fit | 1966–1967 ball-joint VW Beetle | Use the Late Shift Rod Cover — the two are not interchangeable |
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application | 1965 & older link-pin VW Beetle, shift rod access cover |
| Replaces | Factory stamped steel cover |
| Material | 6061 aluminum, CNC machined |
| Finish | Anodized, then machined for contrast highlights |
| Color options | Black or Red |
| Shape | Rectangular with radiused ends and a countersunk center hole |
| Hardware | Stainless button head, included |
| Brand | F2 Performance Supply |
| SKUs | F2-SHIFTCVR-EARLY-BLK, F2-SHIFTCVR-EARLY-RED |
What's Included
Included:
- 1 billet shift rod cover
- Stainless steel button head hardware
Why It Matters
The stamped steel shift rod cover in the tunnel is one of the last un-restored-looking parts in a finished interior. It sits right where your carpet ends and your shifter begins, so it is a small part that gets looked at a lot.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I know if I need the early or late cover? Early is for link-pin cars, 1965 and older. Late is for ball-joint cars, 1966-1967. If you are unsure which front end your Bug has, contact us before ordering.
- Does this replace the factory cover completely? Yes - it is a direct replacement for the stamped steel cover.
- Is hardware included? Yes, stainless button head hardware ships with it.
- What makes the silver highlights? The part is anodized and then machined, so the chamfered edges return to bare aluminum. The contrast is in the metal rather than painted on.
- Does it change how the shifter works? No. This is the access cover - it is a finish part, not a shifter modification.
- Are the early and late F2 shift rod covers interchangeable? No. There are two versions: early for 1965 and older link-pin cars, late for 1966–1967 ball-joint cars. This is the early one.
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Questions Before You Buy?
We build and sell air-cooled VW parts out of Orange, California. Not sure whether your car is link-pin or ball-joint? Send us a photo of the front beam and we will tell you which cover to order.
⚠ WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
