The Vanagon Dictionary
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Silicates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that inhibit corrosion on aluminum surfaces and protect against cavitation
- corrosion
- aluminum
Wheel bearing hub
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A component that supports the wheel bearing and hub
- brakes
- suspension
Resto-Custom
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Style of VW with a stock restoration and possible custom components
- custom
- restoration
Temperature switches
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Switches that monitor engine temperature and control cooling system operation
- temperature
- switches
1-Piece Windows
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Larger window replacing standard roll-up and wing window
- window
- slang
Head gasket
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A gasket that seals the engine block and cylinder head.
- engine
- gasket
Borates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that provide buffering and neutralization of acidic combustion gas by-products
- corrosion
- buffering
Water Jacket
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A chamber that surrounds the engine and carries coolant
- engine
- cooling
- jacket
Restraint System
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System minimizing injury risk to passengers, including seat belts and airbags
- safety
- protection
Technical Service Bulletins
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Official notices for vehicle repairs and maintenance
- tsb
- bulletins
- service
points
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a component in the ignition system that opens and closes the circuit
- ignition
- electrical
Short Block
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Bare engine including engine case and crankshaft, without external accessories
- engine
- vw
Volkswagen Scan Tools
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Specialized software and hardware for diagnosing and troubleshooting Volkswagen vehicles
- vw
- diagnosis
Alignment specs
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Specifications for proper alignment of a vehicle's wheels and suspension
- suspension
- alignment
Directional stability
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Result of chassis setup, affecting drive concept, suspension, and cornering stability
- stability
- chassis
Hormiga
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
VW model built between 1975-79, produced in Germany and Mexico
- vw
- mexico
- production
Mercaptobenzothiazole
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a chemical compound used as a corrosion inhibitor for copper and brass components
- corrosion
- inhibitor
Erco
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Aftermarket aluminum wheel known for its light weight and popularity with drag racers
- wheel
- aluminum
Certified Pre-Owned
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Vehicles inspected and certified by manufacturer
- certified
- pre-owned
- warranty
40 hp
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Engine introduced in 1960 and 1961 for VW automobile line
- engine
- vw
Physiological safety
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Strain on occupants due to vehicle vibrations, noise, and climatic influences
- comfort
- safety
TSB
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Technical Service Bulletin, a document providing information on repairs and maintenance
- technical
- bulletin
- service
hydraulic lifter
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a component that helps to open and close engine valves
- engine
- lifter
Country Buggy
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A vehicle produced in Australia from 1965 to 1968, using the Beetle engine and floor pan with Bus trailing arms and reduction boxes.
- australia
- beetle
- bus