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Wanted: Steering Box for 68> beetle/type3

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Octa veedub recluse

406 posts · joined Mar 2005 ·

#309585
Hi all,

I am looking for a used in very good condition steering box for a beetle/type 3 68>. I have a 71 Notch and research indicates that a beetle (not superbug) steering box will fit. Mine has play and is leaking steering oil. I have tried to adjust with the adjustment nut to no avail. Anyone?

Cheers,

Petri

PS. Preferably in Sydney so I can pick up, but of course will consider form other areas :thumb

[Edited on 2-3-2005 by Octa]
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PurpleT3 Fahrvergnugen

880 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·

#309645
Unless you can get one guaranteed to be in very good condition, buy a new one. I know Mick Motors or Classic VW (Pacific) can sell you one for about $200 delivered (maybe less cos you're in Sydney). I'm sure the other VW retailers carry them as well, but these two are the cheapest I've found.
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Octa veedub recluse

406 posts · joined Mar 2005 ·

#309652
I have read soem post in The Samba that new ones non-german often go bad quickly, that is why I was after original German second hand but in good condition. Does anyone have experience with the ones VW retailers sell?

TIA
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Octa veedub recluse

406 posts · joined Mar 2005 ·

#309679
Mike, that is a very good point... I am going to save my pennies next paychek and get one. Are you using a TRW on your won buggy? I wonder what takes more punishement, a lowered VeeDub in Sydney roads or a buggy in the bush??? 🙂
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