{"product_id":"oem-volkswagen-beetle-frame-head-amp-napoleon-hat-1966-1979","title":"OEM Volkswagen Beetle Frame Head and Napoleon Hat (1966–1979)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOEM Volkswagen Beetle Frame Head \u0026amp; Napoleon Hat (1966–1979)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore the structural integrity or modernize the handling of your classic air-cooled VW with this \u003cb\u003eOriginal German\u003c\/b\u003e bulkhead assembly. Sourced from a donor chassis and meticulously refurbished, this part offers the precision fitment and heavy-gauge steel quality that only authentic German-made components provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis assembly consists of a \u003cb\u003eBall Joint Frame Head\u003c\/b\u003e with the \u003cb\u003eNapoleon Hat\u003c\/b\u003e already professionally attached, saving you hours of alignment and welding prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic German Casting:\u003c\/b\u003e An original OEM part, offering superior fit and metal thickness compared to modern aftermarket reproductions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExpertly Refurbished:\u003c\/b\u003e * \u003cb\u003eVerified Straight:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced from a donor chassis and checked for trueness to ensure your front-end geometry remains perfect.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChemical Dipped \u0026amp; Blasted:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully stripped to bare metal to remove all traces of decades-old grease, road grime, and oxidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePowder Coated Primer:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished in a high-quality, durable powder coat primer to prevent flash rust and provide a perfect base for your final chassis paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile Application \u0026amp; Conversions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are performing a factory-correct restoration or a custom chassis modification, this assembly is the ideal solution for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDirect Repair:\u003c\/b\u003e Replace a rusted, thin, or collision-damaged 1966–1979 ball joint front end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLink Pin to Ball Joint Conversion:\u003c\/b\u003e Upgrade your early (Pre-1966) Link Pin chassis to a Ball Joint setup for improved ride quality and easier maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSuper Beetle Conversion:\u003c\/b\u003e The perfect component for builders looking to convert a Super Beetle (1302\/1303) chassis to a traditional beam front end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYears\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuspension Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Standard)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1966–1977\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBall Joint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1966–1974\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBall Joint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eVW Thing (Type 181)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1973–1974\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBall Joint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs this for ball joint or link pin chassis?\u003c\/b\u003e Ball joint (1966-1979). It can also be used to convert a pre-1966 link pin chassis to ball joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it fit a Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, as a conversion component for builders converting a 1302\/1303 Super Beetle chassis to a traditional beam front end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs the Napoleon Hat already attached?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, professionally attached and aligned, saving you welding and alignment prep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat finish does it come in?\u003c\/b\u003e Chemical dipped, media blasted to bare metal, and finished in powder coat primer ready for your final chassis paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44318004117619,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/20251223_104448.jpg?v=1771402912","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/oem-volkswagen-beetle-frame-head-amp-napoleon-hat-1966-1979","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}