This ZF steering gear for the VW T2b is a professionally reconditioned unit for classic Volkswagen buses built from 1973 to 1979. It is ideal for faithful restorations as well as for vehicles where precise, direct, and reliable steering feel is paramount.

Through complete overhaul, age-related steering play is significantly reduced. The goal is smooth operation, clean feedback, and driving behavior that matches the original character of the VW T2b.

Suitable Vehicles & Variants – VW T2b

The steering gear is suitable for all VW T2b models (1973–1979) – regardless of body, conversion, or special variant.

Body & Conversion Variants

Suitable for, among others:

• VW T2b Kombi
• VW T2b Panel Van
• VW T2b Flatbed / Double Cab
• VW T2b Westfalia Camper
• VW T2b Camper Vans (various conversion manufacturers)
• VW T2b Ambulances (e.g., Miesen, Binz, Hornis)
• VW T2b Fire Truck
• VW T2b Official and Special Vehicles
• VW T2b Transporter & Delivery Vans
• VW T2b High-roof and Special Bodies

The steering system design is structurally identical in these variants.

Suitable Engine Variants – Regardless of Engine Type

The ZF steering gear is suitable for all standard VW T2b engine variants, regardless of the engine type,

including:

• 1600 Type 1 (e.g., AS, AD, AE)
• 1700 Type 4
• 1800 Type 4
• 2000 Type 4
• 2000 Type 4 with Carburetor
• 2000 Type 4 with Injection (L-Jetronic)

👉 The engine type has no influence on the fit or function of the steering gear.

Features & Benefits

• Suitable for VW T2b (1973–1979)
• ZF version
• Professionally reconditioned
• Significantly reduced steering play
• Precise, smooth steering feel
• Suitable for road and restoration

Design & Quality

The ZF steering gear is completely disassembled, cleaned, and technically overhauled. Wear parts are replaced, relevant components are checked, and the function is finally inspected. Each unit is supplied ready for installation.

Scope of Delivery & Illustration Note

The scope of delivery includes only the reconditioned ZF steering gear.

Not included are, among others:

• Idler arm
• Hardy discs
• Tie rods
• Mounting material
• Further attachments or peripherals

Attachments shown in product images are solely for better illustration and identification of the steering gear and are not part of the scope of delivery, unless expressly stated otherwise.

Installation Note

Installation should be carried out by a qualified specialist workshop. Professional adjustment of the steering is a prerequisite for safe driving behavior, correct straight-line tracking, and a long service life of the steering gear.

Note

This is a reconditioned original component for classic Volkswagen vehicles. The reconditioning is project-specific. Optical deviations are possible.

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