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Transmission and drivetrain
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Prevents driven wheels from locking on slippery surfaces under engine braking

Vehicle models and history
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A custom coachbuilder located in Lorch, near Stuttgart, known for producing special bodies for various automobile manufacturers.

Tools and maintenance terminology
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A container used to store small parts or tools, often made from margarine tubs.

Engine and fuel systems
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Community name for Volkswagen’s water-cooled, horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine family used in Vanagons. Gerry’s technical index covers 1.9 L and 2.1 L versions and year-specific service topics. A January 2004 archive thread describes an owner’s 1983 1.9 L Waterboxer running roughly when cold but normally after warming up; it records the symptom and discussion, not a universal cause or fix. Identify the engine code and model year before using parts or service information.

Mailing list slang

If I Remember Correctly

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Bus terminology

Catalytic Converter. a large, usually round cannister in the exhaust system. it helps convert emission gases into more harmless, less noxious vapors.

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
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Type of antifreeze that is phosphate-free and suitable for use in engines

Transmission and drivetrain
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A component that contains the parts that supply power to the rear wheels, located in front of the engine.

Cooling and heating
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A type of fan used to cool a radiator, with two speed settings

Tools and maintenance terminology
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A small, flat sheet of film or paper containing a large amount of information in a compact form

Engine and fuel systems
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A mixture in which particles are suspended in a liquid, used to stabilize PTFE in engine oils

Body and interior
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A vehicle layout where the driver and steering gear are positioned in front of the front wheels

Engine and fuel systems
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Traction control system that intervenes in the engine management to counter wheel slip

Transmission and drivetrain
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a system that adjusts the vehicle's suspension and steering for optimal performance

Electrical systems
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Devices for controlling electrical circuits

Body and interior
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Reflective surface for visibility

VW Bus and camper parts

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.

Vanagon Dictionary editorial reference
VW Bus and camper parts

An exterior hose inlet that connects a camper's water system to a pressurized campsite supply. The fitting and plumbing arrangement vary; the vehicle manual distinguishes this mode from drawing water with the onboard pump.

Vanagon Dictionary editorial reference
Bus terminology

A type of camper conversion done by ASI .

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Community slang
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International nicknames for the VW Bug

Gerry community context

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