1980-1983.4 T3 Vanagon

The Original! 1980 brought a complete redesign of the iconic VW bus from the ground up. Air-cooled Vanagons sport all the character of the T2 bay window bus coupled with all the safety and drivability upgrades of the T3 Vanagon. Van Cafe stocks quality replacement and upgrade parts for your 1980-1983 VW Vanagon.

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  • Accelerator Pedal Linkage Rod Accelerator Pedal Linkage Rod

    Accelerator Pedal Linkage Rod

    The accelerator pedal linkage rod connects the pedal to the throttle linkage in 1980-91 Vanagons with manual transmissions.    Fitment note:  Slight sanding or grinding may be required to get this rod to fit into your pivot. Although the...
    $13.95
    SKU: 002207
  • Diesel Gas Cap Retaining Ring
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    Diesel Gas Cap Retaining Ring

    This gas cap retaining ring for diesel-powered Vanagons sits at the top of the filler neck and is what the fuel cap screws into. Fits all years of diesel-powered Vanagon 1982-1991Ref ID: 251201131A
    $13.95
    SKU: 001990
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  • Engine Ground Strap - Original style
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    Engine Ground Strap - Original style

    This is the engine ground strap used to ground the ignition system in your van. This is the original style braided strap. Please click here to see the less expensive alternative version. Fits 1983.5-91 watercooled Vanagons. Ref ID: 859971233
    $13.95
    SKU: 002962
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  • Final Drive To Automatic Transmission Body O-Ring
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    Final Drive To Automatic Transmission Body O-Ring

    If you separate the final drive from the automatic section this large o-ring should be replaced. This is also included in our automatic transmission gasket kit, which also includes the very important horseshoe gaskets. Ref ID: 010409549B
    $13.95
    SKU: 001281
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  • Fuel Tank Line Adaptor 7mm To 12mm
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    Fuel Tank Line Adaptor 7mm To 12mm

    This fuel tank line adapter transitions your fuel line from 7mm to 12mm.  Fuel tanks in early vans had a 7mm fuel outlet and later vans upsized to 12mm for increased fuel flow. We would encourage you to order our complete Early Vanagon Fuel Filter...
    $13.95
    SKU: 003968
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  • Magnetic Drain Plug For Manual Transmissions  - Short
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    Magnetic Drain Plug For Manual Transmissions - Short

    Magnetic drain plug for manual transmissions.  The magnet is designed to catch any metal particulates and save the soft components of your transmission internals. Be sure to clean off any metal shavings each time you replace your transmission fluid...
    $13.95
    SKU: 001723
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  • Rear Brake Hose (See  Description)
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    Rear Brake Hose (See Description)

    This rear brake hose fits 1980-1985 and 1988-91Vanagons including Syncro. If you need the 1986-87 hose, please click here. 180mm in length Sold individually, two per vehicle Consider upgrading to braided stainless steel! Click here for details. Ref ID:...
    $13.95
    SKU: 002743
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    Rear Wiper Washer Reservoir Cover Rear Wiper Washer Reservoir Cover

    Rear Wiper Washer Reservoir Cover

    Good quality reproduction of the often missing/often damaged rear wiper washer reservoir cover.  Fits all 1980-1991 Vanagons with a rear window wiper. Pick one up to complete your interior! Fun fact: fits the front wiper reservoir for T2 Bay window...
    $13.95
    SKU: 001898
  • Sliding Door Nylon Guide - 1980-1984 Sliding Door Nylon Guide - 1980-1984
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    Sliding Door Nylon Guide - 1980-1984

    This nylon guide lives on the sliding door rear hinge on early Vans.  This guide keeps the door on the slider track and wears down over time.  If you have to push or lift your slider to close it, this may be the part you need. Fits...
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    SKU: 002262
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  • Transmission Ground Strap
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    Transmission Ground Strap

    This transmission ground strap is found on all 1980-91 Vanagons and is essential to a well-grounded electrical system.  It lives right down in the road spray and muck, so it's often corroded or damaged.  Pick up a new one to have a top notch...
    $13.95
    SKU: 002424
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  • Westfalia Stove Knob - Grey
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    Westfalia Stove Knob - Grey

    Westfalia stove knob in grey.  Replace your scungy original with this new reproduction. Fitment size for stove knob post is 15/64" or 5.95mm. Sold individually. Ref ID: 255070601L
    $13.95
    SKU: 002498
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