The Vanagon Dictionary

English · machine-assisted draft

Sleeve or lining used to reduce friction in a mechanical joint

• bushing

English · machine-assisted draft

A type of filter that allows oil to bypass the main filter and flow directly to the engine.

• oil
• filter
• engine

English · machine-assisted draft

A vertical structural element in a vehicle, typically at the side

• vehicle
• structure

English · machine-assisted draft

A handle for the cabin door, available in black with a lock

• door
• handle
• vanagon

English · machine-assisted draft

A kit for the cabin door handle, including a black handle and a key

• door
• handle
• vanagon

English · machine-assisted draft

Rubber trim for cabin doorstep

• interior
• trim

English · machine-assisted draft

The area where a seat belt is attached in a vehicle's cabin

• vanagon
• t25
• seatbelt

English · source definition

A model of bus that contained interior features such as a bed, stove, cabinets, and in some versions, a refrigerator. some versions had a pop-up roof to allow extra room, ventilation, and sleeping room 'upstairs'. Some of the many companies making campers are Westfalia , Winnebago , Devon , Country Homes, Dormobile , and TRAKKA .

English · source definition

The 12-volt battery supply used for camper electrical loads such as interior lighting, the water pump, and controls on the documented Vanagon Westfalia. Whether a particular vehicle has a separate auxiliary battery depends on its model and later modifications.

• camper
• electrical
• battery

English · source definition

A removable or swiveling table fitted to a camper dining area. The 1983 Vanagon Westfalia manual describes separate passenger-compartment and cab tables; mountings and storage differ across camper layouts.

• camper
• interior
• furniture

English · machine-assisted draft

In Gerry’s preserved FAQ alignment article, “Camper model” refers to the heavier Vanagon Syncro camper configuration, with separate alignment values from lighter non-camper vehicles. A Gerry discussion on 15 October 2003 about the “official” Syncro alignment specs quotes the chart for 1986–1991 Syncro campers with dual batteries up front; a 1999 thread separately asks about an almost-empty 1986 Syncro. These historical sources show why the exact load and configuration matter, not a current alignment specification. Use service data for the specific vehicle.

• model
• variant

English · source definition

A fuel container and supply connection serving propane appliances fitted to some camper conversions. Tank location, capacity, regulator, lines, and supported appliances are installation-specific; use the vehicle and appliance documentation for operation or service.

• camper
• appliance
• fuel-system

English · source definition

A refrigerator installed as part of a camper interior. The documented Vanagon Westfalia appliance supports gas and electric operation; exact power sources and operating requirements depend on the refrigerator model and its manual.

• camper
• appliance
• electrical

English · source definition

The drain pipe and outlet that carry used sink water out of the camper sink. Some vintage camper layouts discharge through an open outlet rather than a grey-water tank, so the installed arrangement should be checked on the vehicle.

• camper
• water-system
• plumbing

English · source definition

The small electric pump that moves water from an onboard camper tank to the sink faucet when the tank-water mode is selected. It is separate from the engine's coolant-circulation pump.

• camper
• water-system
• electrical

English · source definition

Another name for camper versions of the VW Transporter . For whatever reasons, this term seems to have been dropped for the Vanagons , except in Canada.

English · machine-assisted draft

Shaft that operates the valves in an internal combustion engine

• engine
• camshaft

English · machine-assisted draft

System that adjusts valve opening times for optimal engine performance

• camshaft
• adjustment
• engine

English · machine-assisted draft

Cover that seals the end of the camshaft

• engine
• camshaft

English · machine-assisted draft

Vehicle networking system that allows electronic control units to communicate with each other

• electronics
• networking

English · machine-assisted draft

Portion of a Single Cab or Double Cab tilt assembly

• canvas
• cab

English · machine-assisted draft

A type of nut used to secure the cylinder head to the engine block

• cap
• nut

English · machine-assisted draft

Universal cover for all Vanagon models, including high roof and campers

• vanagon
• cover
• accessories

English · machine-assisted draft

Volkswagen's connectivity and telematics system

• connectivity
• system