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Patrick Metsker Samba Member
Joined: February 15, 2005 Posts: 112 Location: Indiana
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Posted: Tue May 23, 2017 2:20 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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I just got one as well.
the link I provided didn't seem to offer shipping to the US, and the ebay was easier.
Thanks for the heads up.
when it comes to steering parts:
damper, tie rod ends, etc... is there any suggestions for retailers?
I assume on that level, napa would be just fine & not specific VW enough to seek OEM? |
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Jivermo Samba Member
Joined: May 21, 2008 Posts: 56 Location: Miami, FL.
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ewdb92 Samba Member
Joined: September 24, 2010 Posts: 502 Location: Plymouth, NH
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Posted: Sun May 28, 2017 7:29 am Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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I sent them an email last week to confirm that the part is the same as the picture. They replied that it is not; they are waiting to update the picture. What they are selling is a product they make, through SSP. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, because VW Heritage is known for some good stuff Looking forward to hearing your report when you get the part.
This showed up the classifieds last week:
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=2056802 _________________ Erik
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Jivermo Samba Member
Joined: May 21, 2008 Posts: 56 Location: Miami, FL.
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Posted: Sun May 28, 2017 1:50 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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Thank you...good to know this. I'll post pics when I get this thing. |
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drozdenko Samba Member
Joined: July 18, 2005 Posts: 200 Location: CT
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Posted: Tue May 30, 2017 12:56 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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I received my "notch1500" coupler today and I just compared it to my bus depot "pacific parts international" version.
Two biggest differences are the overall size of the coupling: bus depot is around 2.95" where the SGF version is 3.375.
The other big difference is the bolt pattern: I measured about 1.82 center to center for the mounting holes vs 1.88 on the SGF version. It's definitely noticeable when comparing
The "bendability" is about the same on both. Seems like the bus depot version holds its bend longer though.
I haven't installed it yet but I won't have a chance until next week.
Anyone else see the same comparisons or issues with installation?
Thanks
Lee _________________ '79 Westy 2.0L "Hiltrude"
74 Super Beetle Rallye Yellow
'00 Jetta TDI
'01 WE Jetta 1.8T (Sold)
'02 Passat GLS 1.8T (Sold)
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Patrick Metsker Samba Member
Joined: February 15, 2005 Posts: 112 Location: Indiana
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 8:19 am Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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I received my "notch1500" coupler also, I notice it does not have the VW logo anywhere.
It feels solid with almost no bend to it.
I realize I've misplaced two of the four bolts used.
Pretty sure a set of bolts & nylon lock nuts at Ace Hardware for replacement will work won't they? |
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vwwestyman Samba Member
Joined: April 24, 2004 Posts: 5680 Location: Manhattan, Kansas, USA
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 8:32 am Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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Patrick Metsker wrote: |
I received my "notch1500" coupler also, I notice it does not have the VW logo anywhere.
It feels solid with almost no bend to it.
I realize I've misplaced two of the four bolts used.
Pretty sure a set of bolts & nylon lock nuts at Ace Hardware for replacement will work won't they? |
Upon comments from others in this thread, that is what I used. _________________ Dave Cook
President, Wild Westerner Club
1978 Champagne Edition Westy, repowered to '97 Jetta TDI
1973 Wild Westerner
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tristessa Samba Member
Joined: April 07, 2004 Posts: 3992 Location: Portland, OR
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 9:06 am Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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Looks like ISPWest is also selling the SGF/VW couplers -- bought mine from them through Ebay, $22 shipped:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/122153686890?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
And here's what came in the mail yesterday -- you can see where the VW/Audi logos were ground off on the left side. Can barely bend it:
Moderator note: Notice part number, picture of wrong part.
Tcash
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Xevin Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 9:38 am Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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Thanks Tristessa. That item is out of stock now. Cause I bought the last one _________________ Keep on Busin'
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tristessa Samba Member
Joined: April 07, 2004 Posts: 3992 Location: Portland, OR
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 10:08 am Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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Funny, when I ordered mine last week it was the last one too... |
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Xevin Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 11:01 am Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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Ha! "Last One Available" shanangins. He's probably got box of them _________________ Keep on Busin'
67rustavenger wrote: |
GFY's Xevin and VW_Jimbo! |
Clatter wrote: |
Damn that Xevin... |
skills@eurocarsplus wrote: |
I respect Xevin and he's a turd |
SGKent wrote: |
My God! Xevin and I 100% agree |
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Silverboot Samba Member
Joined: July 19, 2014 Posts: 108 Location: Las Vegas
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 12:15 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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i think i did actually get the last one. _________________ 79 FI CA Riviera
74 Smallframe Vespa |
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KentABQ Samba Member
Joined: September 11, 2016 Posts: 2406 Location: Albuquerque NM
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 7:46 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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There must be a lot of "last ones"... 'cause I just got one, too.
It's a great sales gimmick. _________________ -Kent-
1976 Riviera, 1.8l FI chrome yellow VAN - "Chloe"
"I must say, how can you be in a bad mood driving this vehicle full of vibrant color.
Cars of today are so bland in comparison. It's like driving a celebration!" ---WildIdea
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airschooled Air-Schooled
Joined: April 04, 2012 Posts: 12687 Location: on a bike ride somewhere
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 11:04 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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Hey, I just got the last one!
(It's probably to keep people like me from buying five like I was planning on
)
Robbie _________________ Learn how your vintage VW works. And why it doesn't!
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Xevin Samba Member
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Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 11:29 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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Link
I feel dumb and gullible just like the people in this video. _________________ Keep on Busin'
67rustavenger wrote: |
GFY's Xevin and VW_Jimbo! |
Clatter wrote: |
Damn that Xevin... |
skills@eurocarsplus wrote: |
I respect Xevin and he's a turd |
SGKent wrote: |
My God! Xevin and I 100% agree |
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77_Bus_Girl Samba Member
Joined: May 02, 2006 Posts: 153 Location: Beautiful BC
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Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2017 10:40 am Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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That one does not list late bay as one of the vehicles it fits. but does it fit? _________________ 77 Westfalia + 2 dogs = good life. |
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surfbus23 Samba Member
Joined: July 21, 2016 Posts: 383
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Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2017 4:24 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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I also got the last one |
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tristessa Samba Member
Joined: April 07, 2004 Posts: 3992 Location: Portland, OR
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Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2017 4:36 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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77_Bus_Girl wrote: |
That one does not list late bay as one of the vehicles it fits. but does it fit? |
I'll find out when I go to install it in a couple of days -- weather permitting -- but one of the pictures on page 8 has the same disc & part number shown. Worst case I'll give it to one of my friends with a Vanagon. |
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77_Bus_Girl Samba Member
Joined: May 02, 2006 Posts: 153 Location: Beautiful BC
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Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2017 5:38 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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tristessa wrote: |
77_Bus_Girl wrote: |
That one does not list late bay as one of the vehicles it fits. but does it fit? |
I'll find out when I go to install it in a couple of days -- weather permitting -- but one of the pictures on page 8 has the same disc & part number shown. Worst case I'll give it to one of my friends with a Vanagon. |
awesome! keep us posted! I may try to grab up that "last one!" _________________ 77 Westfalia + 2 dogs = good life. |
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Tcash Samba Member
Joined: July 20, 2011 Posts: 12844 Location: San Jose, California, USA
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Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2017 7:07 pm Post subject: Re: Steering Coupling Disc 211415417 (coupler) |
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tristessa wrote: |
77_Bus_Girl wrote: |
That one does not list late bay as one of the vehicles it fits. but does it fit? |
I'll find out when I go to install it in a couple of days -- weather permitting -- but one of the pictures on page 8 has the same disc & part number shown. Worst case I'll give it to one of my friends with a Vanagon. |
If the part number is still on it, you should have no problem. Here are some measurements.
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