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Explore the original Vanagon.com bus terminology and mailing-list slang, preserved with source links and clearly labeled translations.

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Brakes and suspension
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Condition where the vehicle turns less than intended, sliding towards the outside of a turn

Engine and fuel systems
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A bearing located at the front of an engine or alternator

Brakes and suspension
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System that controls the foot-operated components

Transmission and drivetrain
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Shaft that transmits power from the engine to the gearbox

Electrical systems
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The system of wires and cables that distribute electrical power throughout the vehicle

Electrical systems
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System integrating information, entertainment, and communication functions

Transmission and drivetrain
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Coupling for shift rod in Vanagon/T25 models with Type-4 or Diesel engine

Brakes and suspension
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Nuts securing the handbrake cable in a vehicle

Electrical systems
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Measure of the vehicle's rotation around its vertical axis

Electrical systems
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A type of bulb used in vehicle headlights