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VW Parts Catalog > Suspension - Front > Bus, 1968-79
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Steering Box, 1973-79 Type 2, NEW, 211-415-049H
Steering Box, 1973-79 Type 2, NEW, 211-415-049H
Price: $349.95

Steering Box, 1973-79 Type 2, NEW, 211-415-049H is the mechanism that changes the axis of "twisting" from the steering column to one that moves the tie rods. These are often decades old and completely worn out! more info
Steering Box, 1973-79 Type 2, Rebuilt, 211-415-049HRB
Steering Box, 1973-79 Type 2, REBUILT, 211-415-049HRB
Price: $299.95

Steering Box, 1973-79 Type 2, Rebuilt, 211-415-049HRB is the mechanism that changes the axis of "twisting" from the steering column to one that moves the tie rods. These are often decades old and completely worn out! more info
2" Drop Spindles, 1968-79 Type 2, Disc Brakes, PAIR, 22-2948
2" Drop Spindles, 1968-79 Type 2, Disc Brakes, PAIR, 22-2948
Price: $279.95

2" Drop Spindles, 1968-79 Type 2, Disc Brakes, PAIR, 22-2948 are the best possible way to lower the front of your 68-79 Type 2. The beauty of drop spindles is you'll keep stock suspension and steering geometry, which also keeps your stock ride!

NOTE: These fit 1968-79 Type 2s, but you MUST use 1973-79 calipers, rotors, and wheel bearings.

IMPORTANT: You must transfer your bearing spacer from your original spindles to these new ones, to put the drum/rotor in the proper place. Do NOT throw away your old spindles until your job is complete! This spacer is not available new. more info
VW Bus Front Sway Bar Kit (7/8"/22mm), 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 9611
VW Bus Front Sway Bar Kit (7/8"/22mm), 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 9611
Price: $119.95

VW Bus Front Sway Bar Kit (7/8"/22mm), 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 9611 helps keep your vintage Bay Window VW Bus in one lane when the Semis pass, or on those windy days! This mounts with factory clamps, or use our SS Clamp kit! more info
Tie Rod End Puller Tool
Tie Rod End Puller Tool
Price: $79.95

Tie Rod End Puller Tool for removal of 18 to 25mm Tie Rod Ends. more info
Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, GERMAN, 211-498-171A-GR
Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, GERMAN, 211-498-171A-GR
Price: $69.95

Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, GERMAN, 211-498-171A-GR is the vertical pin and bushing that transfers the fore-aft motion of the steering to the side-side motion needed to steer the tires. Kit includes bushings, pin, etc. A reamer is not required to install this kit either! more info
Drag Link, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-701G
Drag Link, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-701G
Price: $64.95

Drag Link, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-701G is the steering connector that runs fore/aft on your bus from the steering box to the pivoting arm. To check if a drag-link is bad, turn the steering wheel back and forth while you place your hand on the ends, it should NOT move up and down! more info
Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, 1955-67 Type 2, 211-498-171
Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, GERMAN, 1955-67 Type 2, 211-498-171
Price: $59.95

Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, 1955-67 Type 2, 211-498-171 is the vertical pin and bushing that transfers the fore-aft motion of the steering to the side-side motion needed to steer the tires. Kit includes bushings, pin, etc. more info
Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-498-171A
Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-498-171A (BRAZIL)
Price: $49.95

Swing Lever Shaft Repair Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-498-171A is the vertical pin and bushing that transfers the fore-aft motion of the steering to the side-side motion needed to steer the tires. Kit includes bushings, pin, etc. A reamer is not required to install this kit either! more info
Tie Rod Assembly, Right, Non-Adjustable, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-802F
Tie Rod Assembly, Right, Non-Adjustable, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-802F
Price: $49.95

Tie Rod Assembly, Right, Non-Adjustable, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-802F includes 2 tie rod ends and the tie rod. This is the fixed version, normally used on the right side. The Non-Adustable version is much less $, just adjust the Adjustable one. more info
Tie Rod Assembly, Left or Right, Adjustable, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-801F
Tie Rod Assembly, Left or Right, Adjustable, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-801F
Price: $49.95

Tie Rod Assembly, Left or Right, Adjustable, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-801F includes 2 tie rod ends and the tie rod. This is the adjustable version so you can properly align the car. Tie rod ends are often siezed in the tie rod, this prevents that problem! Normally busses have the left tie rod adjustable, and the right one not. But you can install adjustable on BOTH sides to get the alignment perfect and center the steering wheel. more info
Steering Damper, 1955-79 Type 2, SACHS/BOGE , 211-425-021A
Steering Damper, 1955-79 Type 2, SACHS/BOGE, 211-425-021A
Price: $44.95

Steering Damper, 1955-79 Type 2, SACHS/BOGE, 211-425-021A is the shock absorber for your steering system. The prevents the steering from moving "too fast", and a worn damper can cause the front end to shake as the wheels over-correct. The SACHS/BOGE Brand unit is the highest quality damper available. more info
Steering Damper, 55-79 Type 2, 211-425-021ABR
Steering Damper, 55-79 T2, 211-425-021ABR
Price: $44.95

Steering Damper, 55-79 Type 2, 211-425-021ABR is the shock absorber for your steering system. The prevents the steering from moving "too fast", and a worn damper can cause the front end to shake as the wheels over-correct. This is a good quality Brazilian unit. more info
Front Sway Bar Clamp Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, Both Sides (Set of 4)
Front Sway Bar Clamp Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, Both Sides (Set of 4)
Price: $39.95

Front Sway Bar Clamp Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, Both Sides (Set of 4) is the finest swaybar clamps available for your VW Bus! This is a set of 4 clamps to secure your swaybar to your front trailing arms TIGHTLY, no wiggle or play, just 100% performance! These are 10x easier to install than the stock ones! more info
Front Shock Absorber, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-413-031PBR
Front Shock Absorber, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-413-031P
Price: $39.95

Front Shock Absorber, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-413-031PBR are an excellent quality shock for the money. We prefer non-gas shocks for the front of VWs because these ride SO much better than gas shocks do! Most busses have completely worn out shocks! more info
Steering Damper, 55-79 Type 2, Economy, 211-425-021AEC
Steering Damper, 55-79 Type 2, Economy, 211-425-021AEC
Price: $39.95

Steering Damper, 55-79 Type 2, Economy, 211-425-021AEC is the shock absorber for your steering system. The prevents the steering from moving "too fast", and a worn damper can cause the front end to shake as the wheels over-correct. more info
Tie Rod End and Ball Joint Separator Tool (Ball Joint Tool, Tie Rod End Tool, Pickle Fork Tool)
Tie Rod End and Ball Joint Separator Tool (Ball Joint Tool, Tie Rod End Tool, Pickle Fork Tool)
Price: $34.95

Tie Rod End and Ball Joint Separator Tool (Ball Joint Tool, Tie Rod End Tool, Pickle Fork Tool) makes removal of tie rod ends and even ball joints A BREEZE! It also does it without risk of damaging the delicate rubber boots! Pickle Fork Tools often tear the boot, this tool won't!

This is a compact tool, which allows you to carry this with you on the road in case you need to do an on the spot field repair! more info
KYB GR-2 Low Pressure Gas Shock Absorber, 1952-65 Std Beetle (Link Pin) Front, 1955-79 Type 2 Front, Type 3 Front, and ALL T1 & T3 Rear
KYB EXCEL-G (formerly GR-2) Low Pressure Gas Shock Absorber, 1952-65 Std Beetle (Link Pin) Front, 1955-79 Type 2 Front, Type 3 Front, and ALL T1 & T3 Rear, per EACH
Price: $34.95

KYB GR-2 shock absorbers feature their patented Floating Dividing Piston that separates gas & fluid. The pressure of the gas in the shock prevents oil foaming, but with the Stiffness and Spring Effect present in High-Pressure Gas Shocks.

We strongly recommend these over the STIFF White Gas-A-Just KYBs.

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Urethane Bushing Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, Inner and Outer, 6527-12 and 6527-12-BL
Urethane Bushing Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, Inner and Outer, 6527-12 and 6527-12-BL
Price: $29.95

Urethane Bushing Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, Inner and Outer, 6527-12 and 6527-12-BL takes the movement out of trailing arms, while also providing phenomenal wear characteristicsand improved performance that only polyurethane can provide! more info
Ball Joint, Upper and Lower, 1968-79 Type 2, European, 211-405-371A
Ball Joint, fits both Upper or Lower, 1968-79 Type 2, EUROPEAN, 211-405-371A
Price: $29.95

Ball Joint, Upper and Lower, 1968-79 Type 2, European, 211-405-371A is the same ball joint for upper and lower front trailing arms! You'll need 4 to do your beloved vw bus! These require a press to get them in and out! more info
Wheel Bearing Race Driver Tool, Rental
Wheel Bearing Race Driver Tool, Rental Fee
Rental Fee $20.00
$100 Tool Core charged AT TIME OF SHIPMENT (refunded upon return per terms of service)

Wheel Bearing Race Driver Tool, Rental is a really nice thing to have when you have to install some wheel bearing races into the brake drum or brake rotors. Using a drift can damage the race, then the wheel bearing goes bad quickly! This is easy! Simply find the driver that fits the bearing race, and then you can hit it pretty hard with a hammer to drive it in straight, true, and all the way seated! Kit comes with 10 different sizes of Drivers to fit most any bearing size.Then you can grease and install the bearing, and finish the job knowing it's done right! more info
Tie Rod Relocation Kit (Tie Rod Flip Kit), Pair
Tie Rod Relocation Kit (Tie Rod Flip Kit), PAIR
Price: $19.95

Tie Rod Relocation Kit (Tie Rod Flip Kit), Pair are used to "Flip" your tie rod end. Simply drill the hole out to 5/8" and then use this bushing to put the tie rod on the other side! Great product! This is used to correct steering geometry in lowered cars, or to get more tie rod clearance.

This is a great product for correcting steering geometry and bump-steer issues!

These ONLY fit late tie rod ends! You can use these on early cars with the smaller tie rod ends, but you'll need 2 new tie rod ends to match the newly inserted bushings.

An example of a car that has a "problem" is when the car is extremely lowered, and now the outer tie rods sit higher than the pitman arm on the steering box (inner tie rods). Using this kit, you relocate the outer arms to insert into the spindle from BELOW, rather than above, and this restores the tie rod angle that is necessary for the steering to work properly.

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Sway Bar Clamp Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, One Side, 211-498-101A
Sway Bar Clamp Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, One Side, 211-498-101A
Price: $19.95

Sway Bar Clamp Kit, 1968-79 Type 2, One Side, 211-498-101A is a Bushing, Bolt, and pinch clamp to retain the sway bar to your front trailing arms ON ONE SIDE. You need 2 of these to do one car, but some don't need to do both. more info
Amsoil Severe Duty Synthetic Gear Oil, 75W-90, QUART, SVGQT-EA
Amsoil Severe Duty Synthetic Gear Oil, 75W-90, QUART, SVGQT-EA
Price: $17.95

Amsoil Severe Duty Synthetic Gear Oil, 75W-90, QUART, SVGQT-EA is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for our Vintage VWs with manual transmissions. EASY shifting when it's very cold out (you don't have to warm up first), and superior protection and easy shifting, GREAT UPGRADE! This product can ONLY ship via Ground (UPS Ground, USPS Parcel Post, etc)! This gear oil does not include the corrosive additives that GL-5 oils have (NEVER use these). We only carry the top of the line Synthetic gear lube, and this IS compatible with Limited Slip differentials! You can also use this in steering boxes! more info
Amsoil Synthetic Severe Gear Oil, 80W-90, QUART, AGLQT-EA
Amsoil Synthetic Severe Gear Oil, 80W-90, QUART, AGLQT-EA
Price: $17.95

Amsoil Synthetic Gear Oil, 80W-90, QUART, AGLQT-EA is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for our Vintage VWs with manual transmissions. EASY shifting when it's very cold out (you don't have to warm up first), and superior protection and easy shifting, GREAT UPGRADE! This product can ONLY ship via Ground (UPS Ground, USPS Parcel Post, etc)! This gear oil does not include the corrosive additives that GL-5 oils have (NEVER use these). We only carry the top of the line Synthetic gear lube, and this IS compatible with Limited Slip differentials! You can also use this in steering boxes! more info
Tie Rod End, Right Outer 68-78 T1 and T3, 68-79 T2, 311-415-812C
Tie Rod End, Right Outer 68-78 T1 and T3, 68-79 T2, 311-415-812C
Price: $17.95

Tie Rod End, Right Outer 68-78 T1 and T3, 68-79 T2, 311-415-812C Tie Rod Ends must only pivot, there must not be any play or the front end will wiggle and prematurely wear out tires and other steering components. more info
Tie Rod End, Left Outer 68-78 T1 and T3, 68-79 T2, 311-415-811C
Tie Rod End, Left Outer 68-78 T1 and T3, 68-79 T2, 311-415-811C
Price: $17.95

Tie Rod End, Left Outer 68-78 T1 and T3, 68-79 T2, 311-415-811C Tie Rod Ends must only pivot, there must not be any play or the front end will wiggle and prematurely wear out tires and other steering components. more info
Amsoil Synthetic Synthetic Racing Grease, 14oz Cartridge, GRGCR-EA
Amsoil Synthetic Synthetic Racing Grease, 14oz Cartridge, GRGCR-EA
Price: $13.95

Amsoil Synthetic Synthetic Racing Grease, 14oz Cartridge, GRGCR-EA is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for our Vintage VWs. It's the finest grease available for these applications, we cannot recommend it enough! This is fantastic for Shifter applications, Axle Beams, and Wheel Bearings! This product can ONLY ship via UPS Ground! more info
Steering Coupler, Rubber, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-417
Steering Coupler, Rubber, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-417
Price: $13.95

Steering Coupler, Rubber, 1968-79 Type 2, 211-415-417 is an original style VW Beetle "Rag Joint" connecting the steering shaft to the steering box. They are often cracked and split! Being slightly flexible it corrects minor misalignments too. more info
Urethane Tie Rod End Boots, Red, VW Tie Rod Ends, Set of 4
Urethane Tie Rod End Boots, VW Tie Rod Ends, Set of 4
Price: $9.95

Urethane tie rod end boots are much more durable than the stock rubber ones! These withstand the abuse of off-road racing. Superior design keeps rust and dirt from wearing out the tie rod end prematurely, and THEY LOOK GREAT! more info
Grease Seal, Front Inner, 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-641D
Grease Seal, Front Inner, 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-641D
Price: $5.95

Grease Seal, Front Inner, 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-641D  is pressed into the brake drum. It keeps the grease in the brake drum and wheel bearings, and off the brake shoes. These should be changed when you change the front wheel bearings. more info
Steering Damper Bushing, All Models
Steering Damper Bushing, All Models
Price: $5.95

Steering Damper Bushing, All Models is the bushing that is pressed into the arm the steering damper is bolted through. It's responsible for absorbing steering shock, and allowing the parts to pivot and twist during the mechanics of steering.

This part is ALWAYS worn out. It's also inexpensive, but a bad one can cause massive headaches and wear out tie rod ends, not to mention ruin tires.

Coat this with Talcum Powder or Baby Powder and it slips in fairly easily, that won't degrade the rubber like petroleum based lubricants will!

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Front Axle Beam Seals (Grease Seals), 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-129A
Front Axle Beam Seals (Grease Seals), 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-129A
Price: $4.95

Front Axle Beam Seals (Grease Seals), 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-129A keep the grease in and the dirt out! These seal the inside of the axle beam tubes from the elements, keeping the torsion leaves bathed ONLY in grease, not dirt, rust and grit! The trailing arms slip into these after they are in the beam. These are commonly cracked or even missing on older cars. You need 4 of these to do one complete beam, or 2 to do one side. more info
Zerk Fittings (Grease Fittings/Grease Nipples), all Axle Beams, 8 x 1mm,, Per EACH
Zerk Fittings (Grease Fittings/Grease Nipples), all Axle Beams, 8 x 1mm,, Per EACH
Price: $3.95

Zerk Fittings (Grease Fittings/Grease Nipples), all Axle Beams, 8 x 1mm,, Per EACH are often missing on axle beams, from negligence or from the careless installation or removal of tow bars having knocked them off. Set of 4 does one axle beam. Sold per EACH more info
Torsion Arm Grub Screw, 111-411-151
Torsion Arm Grub Screw, 111-411-151
Price: $3.95

Torsion Arm Grub Screw, 111-411-151 is the threaded screw that keeps the front trailing arm secured to the torsion leaves in the front. If this is loose the front end can fall apart! This MUST be in good shape, and tightened properly, to drive safe. There are 6 of these on each car, one at each trailing arm, and one more in the center of each tube of the axle beam, holding the leaf springs side to side. more info
Tie Rod End Boot, Rubber, 1968+ Type 1, 1952+ Type 2, 1968-73 Type 3, EACH, 113-415-835
Tie Rod End Boot, Rubber, 1968+ Type 1, 1952+ Type 2, 1968-73 Type 3, EACH, 113-415-835
Price: $3.95
Item eligible for Econo/1st Class Mail shipment, min ship charge applies

Tie Rod End Boot, Rubber, 1968+ Type 1, 1952+ Type 2, 1968-73 Type 3, EACH, 113-415-835 is a great part when your tie rod is fine, but the boot is simply torn or split. No sense in replacing entire tie rod end, and then having to re-align the front end when it's just a boot replacement! Price is for 1 boot to do one Tie Rod End.

Fits: Std Beetle 1968-77, Bug Convertible 1968-70, Ghia 1968-74, Type 3 1968-73, Vanagon 80-92 more info
Ball Joint Boot, Rubber, 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-375A
Ball Joint Boot, Rubber, 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-375A
Price: $3.00
Item eligible for Econo/1st Class Mail shipment, min ship charge applies

Ball Joint Boot, Rubber, 1968-79 Type 2, EACH, 211-405-375A is a great part when your ball joint is fine, but the boot is simply torn or split. No sense in replacing the whole unit (and having to re-align the front end) when it's just a boot swap! more info
Grub Screw Retaining Nut, 111-411-155
Grub Screw Retaining Nut, 111-411-155
Price: $2.50
Item eligible for Econo/1st Class Mail shipment, min ship charge applies

Grub Screw Retaining Nut, 111-411-155 is the lock nut that keeps the Grub Screw from loosening. These are exposed to rode grime and SALT, and do get gnarled up when "mechanics" us the wrong tools to tighten and loosen it. more info
   
 
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