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Description
OEM Volkswagen Beetle Frame Head and Napoleon Hat (1966–1979)OEM Volkswagen Beetle Frame Head & Napoleon Hat (19661979) Restore the structural integrity or modernize the handling of your classic air cooled VW with this Original German bulkhead assembly. Sourced from a donor chassis and meticulously refurbished, this part offers the precision fitment and heavy gauge steel quality that only authentic German made components provide. This assembly consists of a Ball Joint Frame Head with the Napoleon Hat already
OEM Volkswagen Beetle Frame Head & Napoleon Hat (1966–1979)
Restore the structural integrity or modernize the handling of your classic air-cooled VW with this Original German bulkhead assembly. Sourced from a donor chassis and meticulously refurbished, this part offers the precision fitment and heavy-gauge steel quality that only authentic German-made components provide.
This assembly consists of a Ball Joint Frame Head with the Napoleon Hat already professionally attached, saving you hours of alignment and welding prep.
Product Features
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Authentic German Casting: An original OEM part, offering superior fit and metal thickness compared to modern aftermarket reproductions.
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Expertly Refurbished: * Verified Straight: Sourced from a donor chassis and checked for trueness to ensure your front-end geometry remains perfect.
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Chemical Dipped & Blasted: Fully stripped to bare metal to remove all traces of decades-old grease, road grime, and oxidation.
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Powder Coated Primer: Finished in a high-quality, durable powder coat primer to prevent flash rust and provide a perfect base for your final chassis paint.
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Versatile Application & Conversions
Whether you are performing a factory-correct restoration or a custom chassis modification, this assembly is the ideal solution for:
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Direct Repair: Replace a rusted, thin, or collision-damaged 1966–1979 ball joint front end.
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Link Pin to Ball Joint Conversion: Upgrade your early (Pre-1966) Link Pin chassis to a Ball Joint setup for improved ride quality and easier maintenance.
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Super Beetle Conversion: The perfect component for builders looking to convert a Super Beetle (1302/1303) chassis to a traditional beam front end.
Compatibility
| Vehicle | Years | Suspension Type |
| VW Beetle (Standard) | 1966–1977 | Ball Joint |
| VW Karmann Ghia | 1966–1974 | Ball Joint |
| VW Thing (Type 181) | 1973–1974 | Ball Joint |
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Exchange/Return Notes
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