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Tools and maintenance terminology

a flexible joint that connects two shafts

Transmission and drivetrain

A protective covering for the CV-joint

Transmission and drivetrain

a type of CV joint used in sedans

Brakes and suspension

A component that connects the control arm to the steering knuckle

Bus terminology

( Constant Velocity Joint ) One of the small circular devices at an end of an axle on a bus . Buses , Vanagons , and EuroVans have four of these, while the Syncro Vanagons have a total of eight. These are necessary to allow the axle to move up and down while still turning to propel the car. the joints need to be keep greased to function properly. when they are worn, they make a knocking-noise that strikes fear into the hearts of bus owners everywhere. Microbuses do not have CV joints, but use a 'swing-axle' and reduction gear box instead.

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Body and interior

joints that connect the roof to the bus body

Engine and fuel systems

Component that seals the joint between two engine components

Bus terminology

Independent Rear Suspension. A form of rear suspension that allows the rear wheels to move vertically up and down, independently of each other, to compensate for bumps and road surfaces. uses a double-jointed rear axle, with cv-joints at each end.

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Transmission and drivetrain

a type of washer with a concave shape, used to adjust the CV joint

Engine and fuel systems

Component that seals the joint between two engine components to prevent oil leakage

Bus terminology

Any Volkswagen Transporter of any model and any year. Specifically those VW Transporters from 1968 to 1979, distinquished by a large one-piece windshield and rounded body contours. all had double-jointed independent rear suspension. also called T2 Transporter .

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited

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