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Conversion
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A modification made to a Volkswagen by an aftermarket company.
- modification
- aftermarket
Grawomobil
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
VW Bus camper conversion with square-shaped raised roof
- camper
- conversion
- roof
Amescador
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A third-party aftermarket camper conversion made in the Netherlands
- camper
- conversion
- netherlands
Arcomobile
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A VW Bus camper conversion with a square-shaped raised roof
- camper
- conversion
- bus
Wheel nut conversion tool
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A tool used to convert the wheel nut socket size
- tools
- wheels
Adventure
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Adventurewagen was a Fort Bragg, California conversion builder, not a Volkswagen model or Transporter generation. In a December 1998 Gerry thread about camper conversions, a contributor describes its high-roof conversion as common on the U.S. West Coast and distinguishes that fixed high roof from pop-top layouts. A 2001 thread also identifies Adventurewagen as a maker of Vanagon high-top conversions. Roof, interior, and equipment vary by build and vehicle year.
- camper
- conversion
Riviera
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
A type of camper conversion done by ASI .
ASI
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
( Automotive Services Inc. ) A U.S.-based camper conversion company out of Washington state. Manufactured a Vanagon camper conversion called the Riviera with a straight-up pop-top.
Dormobile
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Another company that made camping conversions of VW buses .
Devon
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
An English company that made camping conversion VW buses .
Dehler
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Dehler was a German conversion company whose VW Transporter campers and business-van layouts appear in Gerry’s preserved terminology FAQ. Archive discussions make the model distinction clearer: a 1999 thread concerns a Dehler Profi conversion sighting, while a 2005 thread describes a rare Dehler Profi high-roof camper. “Dehler” therefore identifies the converter; Profi is a particular conversion line, not a separate Transporter generation. Confirm the exact build and year for parts or fitment.
- camper
- conversion
Rectify
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
To convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC)
- electrical
- conversion
Westphalia Camper
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A camper conversion option for Volkswagen vans
- camper
- vanagon
- westphalia
TRAKKA
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
An Australian manufacturer of EuroVan camper conversions. Also see: TRAKKA web page
passive regeneration
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
slow conversion of particulates into CO2 without special measures
- exhaust
- emissions
YAECT
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A thread about converting a vehicle's engine to a different type or model.
- engine
- conversion
Pop-top
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A camper roof section that lifts above the body, usually with a flexible fabric enclosure when raised, adding standing room while keeping a lower profile when closed. Gerry’s 1998 camper-conversion discussion contrasts pop-top layouts with the fixed high-roof Adventurewagen conversion; they are different body configurations, not interchangeable names. Roof design and interior details vary by builder and model year.
- pop-top
- canvas
Rear bench bed
VW Bus and camper partsEnglish · source definition
A camper's rear bench seat that folds or rearranges to form the lower sleeping surface. The conversion mechanism and dimensions depend on the interior layout.
- camper
- bed
- interior
Camper propane tank
VW Bus and camper partsEnglish · 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
Pop-up roof
VW Bus and camper partsEnglish · source definition
A hinged roof section that raises above a camper van to create extra headroom and, when equipped, access to an upper sleeping area. Roof construction, latches, and bed equipment vary among VW Bus and camper conversions.
- camper
- roof
- westfalia
Fresh-water tank
VW Bus and camper partsEnglish · source definition
An onboard tank that stores water for a camper's sink supply. Capacity, location, filler, vent, and drain differ by conversion; it is not necessarily a potable-water-rated tank unless the specific installation is documented as such.
- camper
- water-system
- interior
Westfalia
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Westfalia is a camper-conversion brand, not a Transporter generation. Gerry’s preserved FAQ describes Westfalia as one of several companies that converted VW Transporters and says it was generally the camper version imported and sold through Volkswagen dealers in the United States at that time. Roof, interior, and equipment depend on the specific vehicle and year.
- westfalia
- camper