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Results for “Conversion”

22 public entries · page 1 of 1

  • Conversion

    Body and interior

    English · machine-assisted draft

    A modification made to a Volkswagen by an aftermarket company.

    • modification
    • aftermarket
  • Grawomobil

    Camper equipment

    English · machine-assisted draft

    VW Bus camper conversion with square-shaped raised roof

    • camper
    • conversion
    • roof
  • Amescador

    Camper equipment

    English · machine-assisted draft

    A third-party aftermarket camper conversion made in the Netherlands

    • camper
    • conversion
    • netherlands
  • Arcomobile

    Camper equipment

    English · machine-assisted draft

    A VW Bus camper conversion with a square-shaped raised roof

    • camper
    • conversion
    • bus
  • Wheel nut conversion tool

    Tools and maintenance terminology

    English · machine-assisted draft

    A tool used to convert the wheel nut socket size

    • tools
    • wheels
  • Adventure

    Camper equipment

    English · 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 terminology

    English · source definition

    A type of camper conversion done by ASI .

  • ASI

    Bus terminology

    English · 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 terminology

    English · source definition

    Another company that made camping conversions of VW buses .

  • Devon

    Bus terminology

    English · source definition

    An English company that made camping conversion VW buses .

  • Dehler

    Camper equipment

    English · 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 systems

    English · machine-assisted draft

    To convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC)

    • electrical
    • conversion
  • Westphalia Camper

    Camper equipment

    English · machine-assisted draft

    A camper conversion option for Volkswagen vans

    • camper
    • vanagon
    • westphalia
  • TRAKKA

    Bus terminology

    English · source definition

    An Australian manufacturer of EuroVan camper conversions. Also see: TRAKKA web page

  • passive regeneration

    Engine and fuel systems

    English · machine-assisted draft

    slow conversion of particulates into CO2 without special measures

    • exhaust
    • emissions
  • YAECT

    Engine and fuel systems

    English · machine-assisted draft

    A thread about converting a vehicle's engine to a different type or model.

    • engine
    • conversion
  • Pop-top

    Camper equipment

    English · 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 parts

    English · 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 parts

    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
  • Pop-up roof

    VW Bus and camper parts

    English · 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 parts

    English · 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 equipment

    English · 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