Excess steering play? Clunk in the column? Rebuilding your manual steering setup properly?
This is a USED Genuine Volkswagen Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly for 1980–1991 VW Vanagon equipped with MANUAL steering.
This is the complete intermediate shaft unit — not just a bracket — connecting the steering column to the manual steering rack.
When this assembly wears out, you feel it every time you turn the wheel.
Steering precision starts here. 👍
🔹 Part: Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly
🔹 Condition: USED – Genuine OEM Volkswagen
🔹 VW Part Number: 251 419 027 / 251 419 769 /251 419 771
🔹 Vehicle: VW Vanagon / T3
🔹 Years: 1980–1991
🔹 Application: MANUAL STEERING ONLY
🔹 Function: Connects steering column to steering rack
⚠️ NOT compatible with power steering vans
⚠️ Verify your van has manual steering before purchasing
The intermediate steering shaft:
✅ Transfers steering input from column to rack
✅ Maintains steering alignment
✅ Eliminates excess play
✅ Ensures smooth steering engagement
Common symptoms of a worn shaft assembly:
⚠️ Steering play
⚠️ Clunking or knocking while turning
⚠️ Inconsistent steering feel
⚠️ Binding or stiffness
If you're rebuilding your front end or correcting steering looseness, this is a critical component.
📦 (1) USED OEM Intermediate Steering Shaft Assembly – 251419027
📸 Exactly what’s shown in the photos
🛠️ Hardware included only if pictured
No additional components unless visible in listing photos.
🧽 USED original VW steering component
🔍 Splines intact unless otherwise shown
🔄 U-joints move as shown in photos
📸 Review ALL photos carefully for exact condition
🌲 North Westy started as a group of passionate Vanagon enthusiasts in the Pacific Northwest and has grown into one of the most trusted names in VW Vanagon restoration, upgrades, and adventure-ready builds. From manual steering rebuilds to full Syncro restorations, we work on these vans every day.
We stock a wide range of new and used OEM Vanagon steering components, including hard-to-find manual steering assemblies like this one.
🌲 Not sure if this matches your setup? Message us.
We’re happy to confirm before you buy.
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🔁 Returns accepted per seller policy (item must be uninstalled)