The Vanagon Dictionary

joints that connect the roof to the bus body

• door
• roof

a system for locking and unlocking doors and luggage compartment

• security
• convenience

A support for the arm, typically located on a door or seat

• interior
• comfort

Vertical structural element between the front and rear doors

• vanagon
• t25
• pickup

Component that limits the movement of a door or panel

• bump
• stop

Structural components that enhance door rigidity and energy distribution

• safety
• structure

A model of bus that has no side windows behind the front doors. usually a commercial model.

Feature for convenient access to rear seats in two-door models

• seats
• access
• convenience

The VW pickup truck characterized by seating for five or six and three doors. A ½-ton vehicle.

A bearing that supports and guides a moving part, such as a sliding door

• vanagon
• t25
• bearing

Practice of lowering the roof on the body of the vehicle by cutting portions of the frame and door frames

• chop-top
• custom

Winnebago converts some EuroVans into mini-motorhomes, by adding Winnebago's own body (aft of the front doors) that's about 20"-24" wider than the normal EuroVan. Inside they install sink, stove, refridgerator, toilet, bed, & cabinets. The Rialta is sold through Winnebago's own network of RV dealers.

Wolfsburg Editions are models with a higher level of trim, and are probably intended to stimulate sales late in the model year. In addition trim upgrades, they usually include some options without any extra charge (power mirrors, power door locks, and power windows, etc.) The true Weekender is usually also offered as a Wolfsburg Ed. (It's believed that the Westy Weekender only came as a Wolfsburg Edition.)

Vehicle Identification Number. This is a number that uniquely identifies your vehicle. It is usually located in several locations on the vehicle, the most common being under the windscreen just forward of the driver (and intended to be viewed from the outside of the bus.) You'll also find the VIN on the frame rail under the van near the front edge of the sliding door. Also see: Table for interpretting the Vanagon VIN