Where does the air go in a Vanagon cooling system?
Vanagon cooling systems are a bit peculiar because the engine is in the back and the radiator is up front. The pipes that run between the two are BELOW both, so if air gets into the system it ends up in the highest point, which is the radiator. If air gets in the radiator it will stay there.
When did the ventilation on a Vanagon change?
The flow through ventilation scheme completely changed and improved in 1988. This change coincided with the introduction of the switch from chrome (or black) steel bumpers to the fiberglass “big bumpers” and the accompanying front spoiler. In 1988 the rear-most side windows have an added vent along the rear edge.
What’s the coolant level on a Vanagon expansion tank?
The Expansion Tank also has a built-in coolant level sensor, which detects a low fluid level and triggers a flashing red warning light in the dashboard temperature gauge. This same warning light may also be triggered by separate coolant temperature sensors, located elsewhere.
Where is the heater on a Vanagon 83-91?
(On 83-91 water-cooled gasoline powered Vanagons, there is an entirely separate heater under the rear bench seat for the rear passenger area, the operation of which is described in your owner’s manual on page 46.) The air controlled by the third lever can be either ambient or heated air, depending on where the second lever is positioned.
Are there any VW Vanagon engine conversions in California?
Besides VW Vanagon restorations and Subaru Engine conversions, we also do… “California Westys is the real deal!! Cesar is incredibly passionate about his customers and their Westfalias. He puts great effort into each project and does it in a timely manner.
What to do if your Vanagon won’t start?
A Vanagon Stalls and Won’t Start. I have had people email me with this problem about a million times so I finally decided to do a web page about the proper proceedure to get your van up and running again. GOT GAS? First of all, do you have gas in the tank?