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Camper equipment
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftGerman term for mobile home or RV
Engine and fuel systems
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftA fan shroud introduced in 1971 for upright air-cooled engines.
Body and interior
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftBars that protect the vehicle from animal collisions
Brakes and suspension
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftLong rods of steel that replace torsion springs to secure trailing arms
Engine and fuel systems
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftStamped identification number, often underneath the generator pedestal
Body and interior
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftWheels made by Mahle for Porsche, resembling gas burning stove grills
Body and interior
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftNumber of mounting points for VW emblem on front hood
Body and interior
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftLarger window replacing standard roll-up and wing window
Vehicle models and history
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftComplete kit needed to assemble a motor vehicle
Vehicle models and history
Machine-assisted source-grounded glossary draftSpecial model VW Syncro Doka for hunters and sportsmen