The Vanagon Dictionary
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Pop-top canvas
VW Bus and camper partsEnglish · source definition
The flexible fabric enclosure between a raised camper roof and the fixed vehicle roof. Depending on the design, it may include screened or closable openings; it is an enclosure, not a roof support or fall-protection device.
- camper
- roof
- canvas
Rear hatch screen
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A screen used to cover the rear hatch of a vehicle
- exterior
- accessory
Brake caliper mounting bolts
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Bolts used to secure the brake caliper in place
- brakes
- vanagon
Engine lid striker plate
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Plate that strikes the engine lid latch
- engine
- lid
- striker
- plate
Rear wishbone
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A suspension component that connects the rear axle to the vehicle's frame
- suspension
- rear
Split-window
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
First mass production run of the Beetle with split rear window
- split-window
- beetle
VW Technical Glossary
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A collection of technical terms related to Volkswagen vehicles
- volkswagen
- technology
- glossary
Brake pad mounting kit
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Kit used to install brake pads on a vehicle
- brakes
- pad
Electronic ignition
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of ignition system that uses electronic components to generate the spark
- ignition
- electronic
Oil pump gasket
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A gasket that seals the oil pump in the engine
- engine
- oil
Aluminum frame
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A frame made of aluminum used to hold the window in place
- frame
- window
- aluminum
Rear wheel arch
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Curved section of the vehicle body surrounding the rear wheel
- vanagon
- t25
- wheel
J-Pipe
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
J-shaped pipe for exhaust when heater boxes are not used
- pipe
- exhaust
- heater
Walnut shell media
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of blasting media made from crushed walnut shells
- blasting
- media
3-speed automatic gearbox
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of automatic transmission with three forward gear ratios
- gearbox
- transmission
Molybdenum
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A heavy metal used in some engine treatments for its anti-wear properties
- lubricant
- engine
- wear
Valve Springs
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The springs that return the valves to their seats in an engine
- engine
- valve
Crankshaft end play
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The amount of movement of the crankshaft in the crankcase
- engine
- crankshaft
Wheel brake cylinder
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Cylinder that converts hydraulic pressure into mechanical energy to apply brakes
- brakes
- cylinder
Pick-Up
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A model of Volkswagen vehicle with an open cargo bed
- pick-up
- model
- description
compression clamp
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of clamp that uses compression to hold something in place
- fastener
- clamp
O-ring
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A circular ring with a circular cross-section, used as a seal
- engine
- seal
Lock-tight sealer
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of sealant used to secure head cap nuts
- seal
- head
Downpipe
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a pipe that connects the exhaust manifold to the rest of the exhaust system
- engine
- exhaust