1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Engine Parts

Essential 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Engine Parts

Elring – Elring Crank Pulley Seal (Part No.A809112711ELR)

Elring Crank Pulley Seal

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$26.28
All-around safety and reliability: Elring oil seals are manufactured for a wide range of applications. Whether they are installed in camshafts, crankshafts or axles, the high-precision seals are guaranteed to offer outstanding performance. Elring oil seals are made from tailor-made elastomer compounds to ensure excellent functionality and a long service life. They are available in various sizes and are supplied with detailed installation instructions.

Product Features:
  • Premium-quality materials such as FPM, ACM and PTFE for superior operational reliability
  • Various designs specifically adapted to the area of application ensure excellent functionality and performance
  • High-performance FPM guarantees optimum leak tightness
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Victor Reinz – Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set (Part No.12-25837-01)

Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set

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$6.99
Whether you are a professional technician or a skilled do-it-yourselfer, you need easy access to Victor Reinz quality at every level of the engine all in one box and without any surprises. Protective packaging, informative labels, and state-of-the art electronic cataloging, ensure you receive precisely the gaskets and seals needed for a successful, long-lasting repair.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
  • Low friction, Minimum power consumption, High chemical resistance, Low breakaway torque after standstill.
  • Able to be used in applications with minimal lubrication.
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Laengerer & Reich – Elring Crankshaft Seal (Part No.A806025535ELR)

Elring Crankshaft Seal

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$39.70
All-around safety and reliability: Elring oil seals are manufactured for a wide range of applications. Whether they are installed in camshafts, crankshafts or axles, the high-precision seals are guaranteed to offer outstanding performance. Elring oil seals are made from tailor-made elastomer compounds to ensure excellent functionality and a long service life. They are available in various sizes and are supplied with detailed installation instructions.

Product Features:
  • Premium-quality materials such as FPM, ACM and PTFE for superior operational reliability
  • Various designs specifically adapted to the area of application ensure excellent functionality and performance
  • High-performance FPM guarantees optimum leak tightness
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Original Equipment – Pushrod Tube (Part No.A414012553OEA)

Pushrod Tube

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$22.46
Pushrod Tube

Imperial – Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler (Part No.240459)

Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler

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$141.99
Product Features:
  • Imperial Econo-Kool« engine oil cooler kit
  • Size: 3/4″ x 7-1/2″ x 12-1/2″
  • Light-duty applications
  • All except Chevrolet V8 applications
  • Size: 3/4 in. x 7-1/2 in. x 12-1/2 in.
  • Light duty applications
  • All except Chevrolet V8 applications
  • Lightweight construction with high-efficiency turbulators
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National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99114)

Shaft Repair Sleeve

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$27.99
National® has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Designed to repair damaged, grooved or worn shafts
  • Durable stainless steel construction for corrosion-free sealing surface that surpasses most original shaft specifications
  • Ideal for a shaft where indications of seal wear, such as tracks or grooves have developed
  • Ultra-thin construction (0.01/0.25mm wall thickness) allows original seal size to be used with minimal additional lip loading
  • Easy to install with removable flange and installation tool
  • Installation tool reduces sleeve distortion and allows for installation without removal from the shaft
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KS – Wrist Pin Bushing Set (Part No.A206112550KS)

Wrist Pin Bushing Set

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$9.99
Wrist Pin Bushing Set

Anchor – Engine Mount: Left, Right, 1 Piece (Part No.9076)

Engine Mount: Left, Right, 1 Piece

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$31.49
The purpose of the mount is to support the engine and transmission on the chassis and dampen vibration and noise from reverberating to the rest of the vehicle. Engine and Transmission Mounts are engineered and manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications using the latest CAD/CAM engineering process to ensure superior quality, form, fit and function. Only premium quality materials are used in the manufacturing process to guarantee precise performance and maximum durability. Applicable to Applicable to VW 80-91;. Please verify your application.

Product Features:
  • MAXIMUM LIFE & PERFORMANCE: Both natural and SBR (Styrene Butadiene) rubber provide good abrasion resistance and aging stability to ensure maximum life and performance.
  • MEETS OR EXCEEDS DUROMETER MEASUREMENTS: All rubber material is manufactured to specific Durometer (hardness) measurements based on the vehicle’s application requirements.
  • HARDENED STEEL FASTENERS: All fasteners are made of hardened steel with heat treated Grade #5 bolts.
  • SUPERIOR BOND: A special Chemlock® bonding agent is used to ensure a superior rubber-to-metal bond.
  • HYDRAULIC MOUNT DESIGN: Hydraulic Mounts (applicable where OE) are designed for most front wheel drive vehicles because transverse drive train mounting.
  • For Years: 1980-1991
  • Weight approx: 1 Lbs
  • PART GROUP: 9076, 9076
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Goetze – Piston Ring Set (Part No.A2050243409GOE)

Piston Ring Set

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$28.59
Goetze OE piston rings for gasoline and diesel engines, are developed for automobile, light commercial vehicle and heavy-duty applications, come in a wide range of sizes, include the first ring sets introduced for Euro4-compliant engines. The end gap can be a straight cut, angled cut or gas tight type for improved sealing. Radial pressure distribution greatly influences ring performance therefore we modify the pressure distribution according to the individual application. The wear-resistance and running-in behavior of the outer ring surface is defined by selecting from various coating options, which include the high-performance electroplated, thermally sprayed and PVD coatings. Goetze modern oil control rings scrape off oil from the cylinder wall, leaving just the required amount for lubrication. The running surface is the contour of the ring facing the cylinder surface. The objective of this running surface profile is to create a lubrication slot with a hydrodynamic film which the piston ring can slide on without touching the other surface. An optimized asymmetrical-barrelled running surface ensures low lubricant consumption even after a very long running time. Goetze piston rings have anti-scuffing properties that promote smooth engine operation, reduced oil consumption and long engine life. In addition, the Goetze process helps prevent materials from detaching and cracking and aids in environmental protection

Product Features:
  • Maximum durability
  • High wear and corrosion resistance
  • Excellent heat-conducting capacity
  • Optimal fit
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Goetze – Piston Ring Set (Part No.A2050243422GOE)

Piston Ring Set

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$29.92
Goetze OE piston rings for gasoline and diesel engines, are developed for automobile, light commercial vehicle and heavy-duty applications, come in a wide range of sizes, include the first ring sets introduced for Euro4-compliant engines. The end gap can be a straight cut, angled cut or gas tight type for improved sealing. Radial pressure distribution greatly influences ring performance therefore we modify the pressure distribution according to the individual application. The wear-resistance and running-in behavior of the outer ring surface is defined by selecting from various coating options, which include the high-performance electroplated, thermally sprayed and PVD coatings. Goetze modern oil control rings scrape off oil from the cylinder wall, leaving just the required amount for lubrication. The running surface is the contour of the ring facing the cylinder surface. The objective of this running surface profile is to create a lubrication slot with a hydrodynamic film which the piston ring can slide on without touching the other surface. An optimized asymmetrical-barrelled running surface ensures low lubricant consumption even after a very long running time. Goetze piston rings have anti-scuffing properties that promote smooth engine operation, reduced oil consumption and long engine life. In addition, the Goetze process helps prevent materials from detaching and cracking and aids in environmental protection

Product Features:
  • Maximum durability
  • High wear and corrosion resistance
  • Excellent heat-conducting capacity
  • Optimal fit
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TRW – Camshaft Follower (Part No.A4010322892TRW)

Camshaft Follower

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$17.93
TRW is one of the world’s leading providers of Original Equipment chassis systems. TRW now manufactures one quarter of the world’s chassis components – leading the market in the design, development, manufacture and integration of chassis systems for passenger cars. With over 40 vehicle manufacturers as customers, TRW’s Original Equipment business has to be able to adapt its technologies to the demands of very different vehicles, from the most basic in developing countries to some of the most sophisticated vehicle systems in the world.
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AE – Cam Follower (Part No.A401026093AE)

Cam Follower

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$14.78
Cam Follower

Carquest Premium – Coolant Temperature Sensor with Thread Sealant and Washer (Part No.WTC1057)

Coolant Temperature Sensor with Thread Sealant and Washer

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$27.99
Approved materials for increased durability in even the most extreme temperatures. All MotoRad Coolant Temperature Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:
  • 100% factory resistance calibrated to ensure precision tolerances, resulting in extremely accurate temperature for optimal performance
  • Thread Sealant and/or O-ring pre-installed on applicable sensors to ensure leak free performance
  • Brass sensor housing precision machined to meet or exceed OE thermal conductivity
  • OE precision matched thermistor position for correct output parameters
  • Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal vibration, durability, static electricity, and micro tension, among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.3051N)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$24.29
National has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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Felpro – CAMSHAFT FRONT SEAL SET (Part No.TCS 45357)

CAMSHAFT FRONT SEAL SET

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$10.79
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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AE – Federal Mogul Exhaust Valve (Part No.A405026097AE)

Federal Mogul Exhaust Valve

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$18.37
The AE range of high quality valve-train components includes application-specific valves, design and manufactured to OE standards. The top-engine environment is increasingly hostile, due to turbocharging and other techniques for CO2 reduction. Only components that employ OE design expertise, with the latest advanced materials and manufacturing quality, can provide the performance and durability that professional engine technicians demand. Valves are subjected to some of the highest stresses and temperatures in the engine, yet not only must they survive, they must also continue to seal perfectly. As a top-engine expert with a long heritage of innovation, AE provides the answer with high-precision designs. The choice of material is so critical that some AE valves, known as bi-metallic valves, are made from two materials, with the head optimized for strength and temperature resistance and the stem optimized to resist wear.

Product Features:
  • OE Quality
  • Optimized for strength
  • High temperature strength
  • Stem optimized to resist wear
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TRW – TRW Exhaust Valve (Part No.A405012605TRW)

TRW Exhaust Valve

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$25.67
TRW Engine Components is a recognized developer of valves and valve train components. A wide range of materials and material combinations are used to meet the engineering requirements in the different engine applications. Materials vary from ferritic martensitic steels (intake valves) and austentic CrMn based steels to extreme heat and corrosion resistant Nickel base super alloy for exhaust valves. To improve wear and corrosion resistance, valves can be chromium plated or nitrided. These coatings are used to improve the compatibility of the valve stem surface to the valve guide material. If necessary, exhaust valves (and in some cases also intake valves) can be hard-faced. In hard-facing, a more heat and wear resistant material is welded to form the valve seat. Seat hard-facing extends the valve life significantly.

Product Features:
  • OE Quality
  • Optimized for strength
  • Heat and corrosion resistant
  • Chromium plated or nitrided
  • Stem optimized to resist wear
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Victor Reinz – Cork Rubber Valve Cover Gasket: Direct Fit, 1 Piece (Part No.15-21644-03)

Cork Rubber Valve Cover Gasket: Direct Fit, 1 Piece

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$21.79
Oil drops on the driveway are a distant memory thanks to sophisticated engine valve cover and gasket designs. Victor Reinz is at the forefront of engineering the latest sealing technology. Although the primary task of valve cover gaskets is to seal oil and oil spray, they must withstand high temperatures brought on by nearby exhaust manifolds, exhaust crossovers in the cylinder heads, and EGR systems. Victor Reinz valve cover gaskets deliver the quality materials you demand. Where appropriate, Victor Reinz valve cover gaskets are designed with compression limiters to prevent over-torquing, splitting, or the need to retorque.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications.
  • Superior material quality for older engines that are designed for conventional gaskets.
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Felpro – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.VS 26084 C)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$11.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • ENGINEERED TO PERFORM — Proprietary cork-rubber formulation
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Highly conformable to accommodate for the imperfect sealing surfaces
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
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Brazil – Piston and Cylinder Set (Part No.A204231107BRA)

Piston and Cylinder Set

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$1153.14
Brazil brand piston and cylinder sets are OE quality and are engineered with the latest alloys to provide maximum strength and low weight. Brazil brand piston and cylinder sets are provided with piston rings, piston pin/retainers, cylinder liners and are carefully packed as complete sets.

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Quality
  • Maximum strength and low weight.
  • Ready For Assembly – Piston rings, piston pin, retainers, and liners
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Elring – Oil Pump Sealing Nut (Part No.A616114657ELR)

Oil Pump Sealing Nut

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$5.22
Oil Pump Sealing Nut

Original Equipment – Valve Adjust Screw (Part No.A412012603OEA)

Valve Adjust Screw

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$11.90
Valve Adjust Screw

1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Engine Parts

You count on your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Engine Parts. With 25 Engine Parts ranging in price from $5.22 to $1,153.14, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Engine Parts brand, we stock 14 different brands like Imperial, Carquest Premium, and National. 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Engine Parts start as low as $5.22!

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Top-Rated Engine Parts Brands For Your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon

Trusted Engine Parts OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Imperial, Carquest Premium, National, and even more.

Popular National Engine Parts

You’ll find popular National brand products across Engine Timing Parts. All are waiting to get your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon back on the road. Some of the top-rated National products in these categories are:
Shaft Repair Sleeve
from $39.49
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Shaft Repair Sleeve
Timing Cover Seals

Top-Rated Imperial Engine Parts


If Imperial are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Imperial brand Engine Parts for your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon, and some of our most reviewed Imperial parts include:
Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler
from $141.99
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Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler
OE Engine Oil Coolers
Ultra-Cool Engine Oil Cooler Kit
from $167.99
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Ultra-Cool Engine Oil Cooler Kit
OE Engine Oil Coolers

FAQs for 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Engine Parts

What are the most purchased Engine Parts for the 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon?

Out of 25 Engine Parts for the 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon, the most popular in our inventory are:
Coolant Temperature Sensor with Thread Sealant and Washer
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Coolant Temperature Sensor with Thread Sealant and Washer
Cylinder Head Temperature Sensors
Multi Purpose Seal
from $5.79
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Multi Purpose Seal
Crankshaft Seals
Engine Oil Cooler
from $216.99
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Engine Oil Cooler
OE Engine Oil Coolers