{"product_id":"rebuilt-vw-steering-box-restoration-line-early-bay-window-worm-peg-vw-bus-1968-1972-211415049f-rb","title":"Rebuilt Brazilian VW Steering Box, Restoration Line — Early Bay Window Worm \u0026 Peg | VW Bus 1968–1972 (211415049F-RB)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eRebuilt Brazilian VW Steering Box — Early Bay Window Worm \u0026amp; Peg | Type 2 Bus 1968–1972\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a Brazilian VW worm-and-peg steering box for 1968–1972 Type 2 Bay Window Buses (left-hand drive), rebuilt to the same standards as our German steering boxes; it bolts in with factory hardware but does not fit 1973–1979 Late Bay Buses (211415049F-RB).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is not a German box — but it gets the exact same rebuild as our German boxes.\u003c\/b\u003e Same machining, same new bearings and seals, same grease fill, and the same bench test to zero play on center. If your Bus wanders, has a dead spot on center, or you're chasing an inch or more of play at the wheel, a worn box is the usual culprit, and this one ships ready to bolt in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt on a \u003cb\u003eBrazilian VW housing\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eno core required\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003ein stock and ready to ship\u003c\/b\u003e, and backed by the same \u003cb\u003eone-year replacement warranty\u003c\/b\u003e as every box we sell.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarly Bay or Late Bay?\u003c\/b\u003e VW used a worm-and-peg box on the Bus through July 1972 (the 1972 model year). Starting with the 1973 model year (August 1972), the Late Bay switched to a different worm-and-roller box that is not interchangeable. If your Bus is a 1973–1979, this is not your box. Working on a Beetle or Ghia instead? See our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-rebuilt-german-steering-box-vw-type-1\"\u003eRebuilt Type 1 Steering Box\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 Bay Window Bus:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1972 model years (August 1967 – July 1972 production), including Kombi, Microbus, Westfalia, Panel, Single Cab and Double Cab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLeft-hand drive\u003c\/b\u003e (Early Bay boxes are handed; RHD Buses use a mirror-image box)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNot for 1973–1979 Late Bay\u003c\/b\u003e (different worm-and-roller box, 211 415 049 H)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eNot for Split Window or Vanagon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eOur Rebuild — Same Standard as Our German Boxes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Machining:\u003c\/b\u003e Input shaft, sector shaft, and worm gear are polished and lathe-machined to remove all pitting for a smooth, catch-free rotation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Hardware Refresh:\u003c\/b\u003e All internal bearings and cups replaced with new, high-quality components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHousing Restoration:\u003c\/b\u003e Brazilian VW casting sand-blasted and refinished in black, with a clean bare-aluminum top cover and side cover for a professional appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLeak Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e New seals on both input and sector shafts, plus a new sector shaft bushing to prevent leaks and side-to-side play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProfessional Assembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-assembled and filled with \u003cb\u003e00 Grease (Corn Header Grease)\u003c\/b\u003e — the gold standard for vintage steering boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinal Calibration:\u003c\/b\u003e Bench-tested and adjusted to factory spec for \u003cb\u003ezero play on center\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProtected for Shipping:\u003c\/b\u003e Sector shaft splines capped and the input shaft sleeved so it arrives ready to install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo Core Required:\u003c\/b\u003e outright purchase, one-year replacement warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 211415049F-RB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOriginal VW Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e 211 415 049 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Worm \u0026amp; peg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHousing:\u003c\/b\u003e Brazilian VW casting (not German), refinished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLubricant:\u003c\/b\u003e 00 Grease (Corn Header Grease), pre-filled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Professionally rebuilt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCore Charge:\u003c\/b\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e One year, replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs this a German box?\u003c\/b\u003e No. This is a Brazilian VW housing, but it is rebuilt to the exact same standards as our German steering boxes — same machining, same new bearings and seals, same 00 grease fill, and the same bench test to zero play on center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs there a core charge?\u003c\/b\u003e No core required. This is an outright purchase — keep or toss your old box. It's in stock and ready to ship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill this fit my 1972 Bus?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. The 1972 model year (built through July 1972) is the last year of this box. 1973 and later Buses use a different box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it fit my 1973–1979 Bus?\u003c\/b\u003e No — the Late Bay uses a worm-and-roller box with different mounting and internals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it fit a right-hand-drive Bus?\u003c\/b\u003e No — this is a left-hand-drive box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I install it myself?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, with basic VW front-end experience. Bolts in using factory hardware. Re-center the box and set your toe after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs there a warranty?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — one year, replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is the part number?\u003c\/b\u003e 211415049F-RB; the original VW reference is 211 415 049 F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRefreshing your front end? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eChassis \u0026amp; Suspension\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/restoration-line\"\u003ethe Restoration Line\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eProp 65 Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Washburn's Metal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66864536944755,"sku":"211415049F-RB","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/early-bay-steering-box-front.jpg?v=1792003556","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/rebuilt-vw-steering-box-restoration-line-early-bay-window-worm-peg-vw-bus-1968-1972-211415049f-rb","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}