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Front Suspension and Steering

Front wishbone and stub axle

Steering column

I have used two universal joints and retained the collapsible upper boss in order to comply with SVA requirements

Steering column cover

Designed to protect the column from objects in the luggage space that could get caught in it but also easily detachable should the column collapse.

1302s beetle upper steering column

the steering lock will act as an 'anti theft device' for SVA requirements and use of the original stalk controls will keep other dashboard switches to a minimum.

Upper column mounting

Upper column mounting

this modified upper mounting uses four of the aluminium warning lights to fix the upper section to the dash, avoiding use of bolts straight through the dash

 

 

 

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