{"product_id":"off-road-steering-wheel-quick-release-splined-7-8-shaft-3-bolt-flange","title":"EMPI Off-Road Steering Wheel Quick Release | Dune Buggy \u0026 Race | Splined 7\/8\" Shaft, 3-Bolt (17-2570-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Off-Road Steering Wheel Quick Release — Splined 7\/8\" Shaft, 3-Bolt Flange\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for maximum durability in high-torque steering environments, the \u003cb\u003eEMPI 7\/8\" Splined Quick Release\u003c\/b\u003e is the professional choice for trophy trucks, heavy-duty sand rails, and competitive off-road racers. This \u003cb\u003etwo-piece set\u003c\/b\u003e allows immediate removal of your steering wheel, providing essential clearance for entering and exiting cramped race cockpits and ensuring rapid egress in an emergency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA precision-machined \u003cb\u003efine-spline\u003c\/b\u003e engagement eliminates the \"play\" found in cheaper hex-style disconnects, and the heavy-duty pull-ring mechanism provides a positive lock that keeps your wheel securely attached through the harshest whoops and landings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA universal racing component requiring professional fabrication and welding to your steering column:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRace-spec sand rails:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-bolt flange, weld-on to 7\/8\" shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrophy trucks \/ Class 1:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-bolt flange, weld-on to 7\/8\" shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRock crawlers:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-bolt flange, weld-on to 7\/8\" shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBaja Bugs (full cage):\u003c\/b\u003e 3-bolt flange, custom column required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty 7\/8\" Bore:\u003c\/b\u003e Welds onto a 7\/8\" steering shaft for greater weld surface and strength than standard 3\/4\" units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Fine-Spline Drive:\u003c\/b\u003e Tight, repeatable fit every time the wheel is reinstalled, maintaining steering alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual-Pattern Mounting Holes:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-bolt flange drilled and tapped for both 5\/16-18 and 1\/4-20 bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHollow Steel Shaft:\u003c\/b\u003e Weld-on splined stub is hollowed to minimize weight while keeping torsional strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRapid Disconnect:\u003c\/b\u003e Spring-loaded pull-ring removes the wheel one-handed, even with racing gloves.\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\u003eShaft:\u003c\/b\u003e Splined 7\/8\" bore, hollow steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlange:\u003c\/b\u003e 3-bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBolt patterns:\u003c\/b\u003e 5\/16-18 and 1\/4-20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold as:\u003c\/b\u003e Two-piece set\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 17-2570-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeld the splined base onto a 7\/8\" steering shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires professional fabrication and welding to attach to your steering column.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat size shaft does it fit?\u003c\/b\u003e It welds onto a 7\/8\" diameter steering shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat bolt pattern does it use?\u003c\/b\u003e A 3-bolt flange tapped for both 5\/16-18 and 1\/4-20 bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs it street legal?\u003c\/b\u003e No — see the safety note below.\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\u003eBuild out your cockpit and chassis with more from our catalog: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dune-buggy\"\u003eDune Buggy\u003c\/a\u003e, and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/empi\"\u003eEMPI\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety Note:\u003c\/b\u003e This component is designed for \u003cb\u003eOff-Road Use Only\u003c\/b\u003e. It does not accommodate horn wiring, airbag sensors, or turn signal cancelation features found on street-legal vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44863865946227,"sku":"17-2570-0","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/17-2570-0-500x315.jpg?v=1776836614","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/off-road-steering-wheel-quick-release-splined-7-8-shaft-3-bolt-flange","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}