{"product_id":"steering-selector-arm-rebuild-kit-vw-type-2-bus-1955-1967","title":"EMPI Steering Selector Arm Rebuild Kit | VW Type 2 Bus 1955–1967 | No-Reamer Swing Lever Service (98-4173-B)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteering Selector Arm Rebuild Kit — Complete Swing Lever Service for the VW Type 2 Bus (98-4173-B)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRestore your vintage Split-Window Bus's steering response and eliminate front-end play with this complete Swing Lever Rebuild Kit.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steering selector arm (or center swing lever) is the heart of your Type 2's front-suspension steering geometry, transferring fore-aft motion from the steering box into the side-to-side motion that turns the wheels. Over decades, the original factory bushings wear thin, causing sloppy steering, excessive steering-wheel play, and unpredictable handling. This kit includes everything needed to refresh the center pivot assembly back to crisp, factory specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 2 Split-Window Bus (all models):\u003c\/b\u003e 1955–1967.\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\u003eDirect-Fit Replacement:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered specifically for vintage air-cooled Type 2 models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNo Reamer Required:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-machined, pre-sized brass bushings allow a straightforward installation without a specialized line-reaming tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Hardware Pack:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a high-strength center pin, brass bushings, locking bolt, tab washer, wave washer, dust seals, and lower metal dust cap.\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\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 98-4173-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 2 Split-Window Bus, 1955–1967\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e Center pin, brass bushings, locking bolt, tab washer, wave washer, dust seals, lower metal dust cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBushings:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-sized brass (no reaming required)\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\u003eDoes this kit require a reamer to install?\u003c\/b\u003e No. The pre-sized brass bushings allow a straightforward installation without a line-reaming tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's included in the kit?\u003c\/b\u003e A high-strength center pin, brass bushings, locking bolt, tab washer, wave washer, dust seals, and the lower metal dust cap.\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\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-bus\"\u003eVW Bus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44994000257139,"sku":"98-4173-B","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/98-4173-B-500x253.jpg?v=1778878448","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/steering-selector-arm-rebuild-kit-vw-type-2-bus-1955-1967","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}