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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  • Air Filter 1980-83 2.0L &1983-85 1.9L Air Filter 1980-83 2.0L &1983-85 1.9L
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    Air Filter 1980-83 2.0L &1983-85 1.9L

    We offer the flavor of the week on these filters. The filter that you receive will either be Hengst as pictured, Bosch, Mann or Mahle. They are all identical in our view and as they vary in availability, we simply stock the ones that are available from...
    $11.95
    SKU: 001315
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  • Automatic Trans Selector Bulb Socket
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    Automatic Trans Selector Bulb Socket

    This bulb socket is used in the auto trans gearshift selector console to illuminate the gear you're in.  Two are used per van. Note:  VW changed the electrical connector, so you'll need to modify the ones on your van to use this unit. 
    $11.95
    SKU: 002745
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  • Black Interior Door Handle Trim Plate
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    Black Interior Door Handle Trim Plate

    This black front interior door handle trim plate replaces your faded and scratched originals.   There is one on each front door surrounding the interior door release handle. Replacement is easy: Carefully pry out the finger plate to reveal the...
    $11.95
    SKU: 001814
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    Center Cap For Factory Alloy Wheels
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    Center Cap For Factory Alloy Wheels

    These hub caps are for the factory 14-inch alloy rim. It is our opinion though that the color is just slightly darker than the originals, but the fit is excellent and these are the only game in town. Sold individually. Ref ID: 251601171
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    SKU: 002107
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  • Crankshaft End Play Shim .24mm
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    Crankshaft End Play Shim .24mm

    This .24mm crankshaft end play shim is critical for setting the engine endplay in the VW engine. 75mm diameter by .30mm thickness. Fits 2.0L aircooled and 1.9 &2.1L watercooled engines in Vanagons from 1980-1991. Ref ID: 021105291 Shop by...
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    SKU: 001302
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  • Crankshaft End Play Shim .30mm
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    Crankshaft End Play Shim .30mm

    This .30mm crankshaft end play shim is critical for setting the engine endplay in the VW engine. 75mm diameter by .30mm thickness. Fits 2.0L aircooled and 1.9 &2.1L watercooled engines in Vanagons from 1980-1991. Ref ID: 021105281 Shop by...
    $11.95
    SKU: 001297
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  • Crankshaft End Play Shim .34mm
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    Crankshaft End Play Shim .34mm

    This .34mm crankshaft end play shim is critical for setting the engine endplay in the VW engine. 75mm diameter by .30mm thickness. Fits 2.0L aircooled and 1.9 &2.1L watercooled engines in Vanagons from 1980-1991. Ref ID: 021105285
    $11.95
    SKU: 001299
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  • Crankshaft End Play Shim .36
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    Crankshaft End Play Shim .36

    This .36mm crankshaft end play shim is critical for setting the engine endplay in the VW engine. 75mm diameter by .30mm thickness. Fits 2.0L aircooled and 1.9 &2.1L watercooled engines in Vanagons from 1980-1991. Ref ID: 021150287 Shop by...
    $11.95
    SKU: 001300
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  • Engine Oil Drain Plug
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    Engine Oil Drain Plug

    Oil drain plug for the Vanagon WBX 1.9L and 2.1L motor. You will want to make sure and purchase the Wasserboxer Oil Drain Plug Crush Washer, as well.  Ref ID: N0297014 Shop by Diagram Hover over the icon and click to get the detail.  
    $11.95
    SKU: 001017
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  • Fresh Air & Heater Control Lever
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    Fresh Air & Heater Control Lever

    This lever is used on the dash climate controls on all vans 1980-1991 to operate the heat and fresh air. Most vans have four levers but singlecabs and dokas usually have only three. FITMENT NOTES: These pull straight out from the dash with gentle force...
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    SKU: 002007
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