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Description
VW Ball Joint Frame Head - Complete Replacement - 1966–1977 Beetle & GhiaRestore the structural foundation of your late model air cooled project with this Ball Joint Frame Head. Designed specifically for 1966 and newer Volkswagens, this component is the essential replacement for chassis suffering from severe rust, front end collision damage, or "napkin holder" rot. As a complete assembly, this unit provides a factory accurate mounting surface for your ball joint axle beam, ensuring your front end geometry remains square
Restore the structural foundation of your late-model air-cooled project with this Ball Joint Frame Head. Designed specifically for 1966 and newer Volkswagens, this component is the essential replacement for chassis suffering from severe rust, front-end collision damage, or "napkin holder" rot.
As a complete assembly, this unit provides a factory-accurate mounting surface for your ball-joint axle beam, ensuring your front-end geometry remains square and true. Manufactured from heavy-gauge steel, it offers the rigidity and durability required to keep your classic on the road for another sixty years.
Key Features
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Direct Fit for Ball Joint Beams: Engineered specifically for the steering and suspension geometry of post-1966 standard chassis.
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Heavy-Duty Steel Fabrication: Built to meet or exceed original factory specifications for thickness and structural reinforcement.
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Complete Replacement Unit: Includes the main frame head section, the critical bottom plate, and internal supports.
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Restoration Ready: Finished in a storage primer to prevent corrosion during shipping and storage; ready for final prep and professional welding.
Vehicle Fitment
This frame head is designed for "Standard" Beetle and Karmann Ghia chassis utilizing the ball joint front axle beam.
| Make | Model | Years | Notes |
| Volkswagen | Type 1 Beetle (Standard) | 1966–1977 | Non-Super Beetle Models |
| Volkswagen | Karmann Ghia | 1966–1974 | All Models |
| Volkswagen | Type 181 Thing | 1973–1974 | All Models |
| Custom | Dune Buggy / Manx | All | Ball Joint Chassis Builds |
Tech Tip: This is a major structural repair that requires advanced fabrication skills. Because the frame head dictates your front wheel alignment and wheelbase, we recommend the use of a chassis jig or a donor pan for precise measurement and squaring before final welding.
Shipping Notes
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Exchange/Return Notes
- We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
- Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
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