{"product_id":"prothane-79-84-vw-rabbit-golf-jetta-steering-rack-bushings-black","title":"Prothane 79-84 VW Rabbit \/ Golf \/ Jetta Steering Rack Bushings - Black","description":"\u003ch4\u003eFirmer Steering Feel for Your Vintage VW Rabbit, Golf, or Jetta\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorn rubber steering rack bushings introduce play and vagueness into the steering feel of early VW Rabbits, Golfs, and Jettas. The Prothane PRO22-701-BL replaces the factory rubber bushings with a durable polyurethane compound that tightens up steering response while resisting the wear that leads to sloppy factory bushings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe PRO22-701-BL uses polyurethane construction that resists wear far better than factory rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces steering rack movement for a tighter, more direct feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-in replacement for the factory steering rack bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by Prothane's lifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1982\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRabbit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1983-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRabbit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1980-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRabbit Convertible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1980-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJetta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProthane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22-701-BL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyurethane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteering rack bushings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact us for UPC verification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet of steering rack bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Prothane\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProthane manufactures polyurethane suspension and steering bushings designed to outlast and outperform factory rubber components. Every bushing is made in the USA and backed by a lifetime warranty against defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts on Our Site\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse our full Prothane suspension bushing lineup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck out our Volkswagen Golf and Jetta suspension parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the PRO22-701-BL?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRO22-701-BL is a Prothane polyurethane steering rack bushing set for 1979-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit, Rabbit Convertible, and Jetta models, designed to replace worn factory rubber bushings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is this bushing kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRO22-701-BL kit is finished in black polyurethane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill polyurethane bushings make my steering feel stiffer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, polyurethane is firmer than factory rubber, which reduces unwanted steering rack movement and improves feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit a 1981 VW Rabbit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this kit fits 1979-1982 and 1983-1984 Rabbit models along with the Rabbit Convertible and Jetta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a direct bolt-in replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is designed as a direct replacement for the factory steering rack bushings with no modification required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the warranty on Prothane bushings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProthane backs its steering rack bushings with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhere are Prothane bushings manufactured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProthane bushings are made in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need any special tools to install this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasic hand tools are sufficient for most installations, though a shop press may be needed depending on the condition of your existing steering rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and safely support the front of the vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocate the steering rack and remove the factory rubber bushings and mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the mounting surface of the steering rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the new Prothane polyurethane bushings in place of the factory units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the mounting hardware and torque to factory specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower the vehicle and verify steering feel before returning to normal driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Prothane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46191667970127,"sku":"PRO22-701-BL","price":13.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/prothane-pro22-701-bl-vw-steering-rack-bushings.png?v=1785074950","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/prothane-79-84-vw-rabbit-golf-jetta-steering-rack-bushings-black","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}