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We are filling the shelves of our virtual library! We felt it was a good idea to have a specific location on our site for information related to Bus, Vanagon and Eurovan.
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" GENERAL MODEL INFO "
Model Overview: Bus, Vanagon, Eurovan 1968-2003
Model Choice: Are You a Vanagon or Eurovan Person?
Syncro: An 80s Camper With the Soul of an S.U.V (New York Times)
Prices: "Cheap" Vanagons Are the Most Expensive
Dimensions: Over Exterior, Beds, 1968-2003
Importing Cool VW Models Not Sold in the USA
Purchasing a GoWesty Camper: Where To Begin?
The GoWesty Syncro Test Mule
Type I, II, III, IV. What?
Why do GoWesty Campers Command Such a High Price?
Vehicle Orientation: Which Way is Up?
Hybrid or Hype? Understanding the Hybrid Concept
Window Shades and Curtains on the EVC: The Full Story
Refrigeration: Built-in vs. Portable (or, Why You Need to Switch)

" BODY: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR "
Colors and Color Codes Used on Volkswagens
Upholstery: Eurovan Winnebago Types
Black Texture Treatment, Steel Bumpers, South African Mud Flaps
Conversion: Hard-Top to Pop-Top; Why it May Not Make Sense
Leaks & Rattles from the Roof of My Eurovan Full Camper
Paint Job? You Say You Want a Paint Job?
Pop Top: How to Close Properly
Speedometer Common Failure: Vanagon
To Tint Or Not to Tint, That's the Question
Vanagon Bumper Pad Clips Explained
Vanagon Chrome Molding Story
Vanagon Side View Mirror Story
Volkswagen Touch-up Paint
Ventilation: Heat and AC in the Vanagon Explained
Keys: What is up with my 2001-2003 Eurovan keys?

" COOLING / HEATER SYSTEM "
Coolant: Type, Concentration, Mix?
Cooling System Overhaul: A $3 hose takes out a fresh GoWesty 2.3 liter engine!
Vanagon Coolant Pipe Repair Kit
Vanagon Cooling System Explained
Vanagon Temperature Gauge & LED

" ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS "
Power Door Locks 101
Tips for a Happy Battery
Power Mirror System Explained; Vanagon
Why Won't The Auxiliary Battery In My EVC Charge?

" ENGINE / INJECTION / IGNITION / FUEL SYSTEM "
Idle Control System: 1986-91 Vanagon
2500cc High Performance Engine Update
Air Flow Meter VS Air Mass Sensor
Alternative fuels: Bio-fuel vs. Petroleum
Diesel engines in Vanagons: Diaries of the wounded.
Cooling System Overhaul: A $3 Hose Takes Out a Fresh GoWesty 2.3 Liter Engine!
Oxygen Sensors: Not all are created equal
Diesel Engines in Vanagons
Break-In Guidelines: All Water Boxer Engines
High Performance Waterboxer Upgrades: NOT a "Engine Swap"
No-Crank Symptoms: How to Diagnose Engine No-Crank Issues
Leaky "Head Gaskets" on Waterboxers
MPG, Tire Change, Engine Change
Oil Pressure Warning System (Idiot Light/Buzzer) Explained
Piston Coatings and NASA Research
Shuttleworth Vanagon: Engine, W/T, and Trans Feedback Information
Syncro V-Belt Pulley and Seal
The @#$%ing Check Engine Light is on in my 1997-2000 - AGAIN!
The Cylinder Head Story
The GoWesty Engine Program
The Vanagon Flywheel ("rear main seal") Story
The Vanagon Leaky Fuel Tank Syndrome
LP Fuel Tank; Vanagon: The Full Story
The Waterboxer Crankshaft Story
The Waterboxer Engine Block Story: 1.9 vs. 2.1
Vanagon Highway Hiccups
Waterboxer Piston Story
Running Issues: Which Injection or Ignition Part On My Vanagon is Causing the Problem?
What Gasoline Grade Should I Run in My VW Van?
Fuel Economy!!!!!

" TIRES / WHEELS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES / STEERING "
Springs: 2" Lift, Fully Progressive Vanagon Suspension Springs
Suspension Lift/Level kit for Eurovan
Tire Recommendation for Eurovan
Tire/Wheel packages for Vanagon: The debate is over!
Shuttleworth Vanagon: Engine, W/T, and Trans Feedback Information
Steering Wheel Grinding Noise, Vanagon
The Bilstein-KYB-Boge Comparo
What Tire Pressure Should I Run?
Brakes: What is up with brakes on my 01-03 Eurovan?
Tire recommendations for Vanagon

" DRIVETRAIN: TRANSAXLE / AXLES / DIFFERENTIALS / DRIVESHAFT "
Shifter Systems: Why the 80-82 Vanagon System is Terrible!
Transmission type: Automatic or Manual: Which is Best?
Conversion from 2WD to a 4WD Syncro: Cost and Justification
Decoupler and Solid Shaft VS. Viscous Coupler, Rear "Air Locker"
Differentials: Fully Open, Posi-Traction, Torque Biasing, and Syncro "Air-Locker"
Eurovan Automatic Transaxles: The whole story
Shuttleworth Vanagon: Engine, W/T, and Trans Feedback Information
Syncro Differential Locks, Wheel Size, Final Drive and Transmission Gear Ratios
Drive Shaft Replacement for Syncro: The Full Story
The Achilles Heel of the Eurovan is the Automatic Transmission
The Starter Story: Rebuilt Bosch or New Gear Reduction?
Vanagon Automatic Transaxle Failure Prevention
Vanagon Stick-Shift Transaxle: The Sudden Death Syndrome
What Trans Oil Should I Use In My Vanagon Stick-Shift Transaxle?
Drive Shaft Replacement for Syncro: How-To Instructions

" OTHER "
Yerba Mate Powers GoWesty!
Maintenance Schedule Recommendation for Vanagon
Roll-Over Point: How Far Can You Tip Your Westy?
Insurance: How Do I Get Adequate Coverage for My Westy?
SAE vs. METRIC: What Is Coarse and What Is Fine?
Towing with a Vanagon
Towing Your VW Van
Vehicle Transport: What's the Hold Up?



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