1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Steering and Chassis Parts

Essential 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Steering and Chassis Parts

Whiteline – Sway Bar Link Lower Eye Bushing (Part No.W23410)

Sway Bar Link Lower Eye Bushing

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$25.99
Worn or deteriorated link bushings although small can have considerable influence over sway bar performance and more notably vehicle handling behaviour. Whiteline bushings are engineered to last and deliver improved driving performance.

Product Features:
  • Internal grease reservoirs provide continual self lubrication for optimum friction management.
  • Supplied with extreme pressure molybdenum disulphide (LM) based grease for extended life.
  • Internal grease reservoirs provide continual self lubrication for optimum friction management.
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Cardone – Power Steering Filter (Part No.20-P038F)

Power Steering Filter

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$31.99
CARDONE Steering Filters are uniquely designed to protect the steering system from damaging contaminates, which impacts performance and leads to premature power steering pump failure. These compact filters are easy to install, provide magnetic filtration, can be serviced in-line and are highly recommended to extend the life of your steering system. Available in 3/8″, 1/2″, and 5/8″ sizes to cover a most vehicle applications.

Product Features:
  • In-line filter with serviceable filter element
  • Patented built-in bypass that filters up to 190 micron particles
  • Designed to extend the life of the steering system
  • Sure-grip barb connections are included to ensure proper hose fitment
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Driveworks – Camshaft Seal (Part No.S-223010)

Camshaft Seal

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$7.99
Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Cardone – Rack and Pinion Assembly (Part No.26-812)

Rack and Pinion Assembly

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$245.99
Expertly remanufactured to rigorous quality and performance standards, CARDONE Electronic Power Steering Rack and Pinions are equipped with brand-new, premium components to guarantee exceptional longevity and reliability. Each unit undergoes CARDONE’s Factory Test Drive, simulating extreme operating conditions while verifying all on-car communications. All rubber sealing components are replaced, and a specialized lubricant is applied to drastically increase longevity.

Product Features:
  • 100% replacement of rubber sealing components.
  • Application of specialized lubricant(s) for extended life.
  • Finished in protective coating to prevent corrosion and rust.
  • Each unit undergoes a factory test drive, simulating extreme operating conditions while verifying all on-car communications.
  • As a remanufactured Original Equipment part, this unit guarantees a perfect vehicle fit.
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Imperial – Transmission Oil Cooler Reinstallation Kit (Part No.248002)

Transmission Oil Cooler Reinstallation Kit

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$20.79
Provides all necessary components for the proper reinstallation of an Imperial transmission oil cooler.

Product Features:
  • Transmission cooler reinstallation kit
  • Contains part numbers 248001, 226201, 240250 and 4 hose clamps
  • Provides all hardware for reinstallation of Imperial transmission coolers
  • Contains nylon mounting rods, foam pads, locking buttons, hose and fitting
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Imperial – Mounting Kit System (Part No.226201)

Mounting Kit System

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$11.49
Product Features:
  • Imperial mounting kit system
  • For installation of transmission coolers and electric fans
  • Provides quick, effective installation of Imperial products
  • Contains nylon mounting rods, foam pads and locking buttons
  • Atermarket electric fan and cooler mounting rods
  • Made with the highest quality materials
  • Quality machined for durability
  • Removable buttons for relocation
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National – Bearings (Part No.A-2)

Bearings

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$15.99
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • Crowned raceways and rollers to ensure even load distribution for maximum life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Whiteline – Sway Bar Mount Bushing (Part No.W23403)

Sway Bar Mount Bushing

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$25.99
Designed to fit a 23mm sway bar. Whiteline’s sway bar mount bushings not only boasts the latest in bushing material technology but feature a knurled ID specifically designed to retain grease. Whiteline bushings are made from the latest highest quality synthetic elastomer and designed to synchronize your suspension system for optimal safety, handling, performance, ride quality, longevity and reduced maintenance. They are the most positive link between your vehicles body, springs, struts, arms, bars and shocks.

Product Features:
  • Internal grease reservoirs provide continual self lubrication for optimum friction management.
  • Internal grease reservoirs provide continual self lubrication for optimum friction management.
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Whiteline – Sway Bar Mount Bushing (Part No.W23406)

Sway Bar Mount Bushing

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$25.99
Designed to fit a 19mm sway bar. Whiteline’s sway bar mount bushings not only boasts the latest in bushing material technology but feature a knurled ID specifically designed to retain grease. Whiteline bushings are made from the latest highest quality synthetic elastomer and designed to synchronize your suspension system for optimal safety, handling, performance, ride quality, longevity and reduced maintenance. They are the most positive link between your vehicles body, springs, struts, arms, bars and shocks.

Product Features:
  • Internal grease reservoirs provide continual self lubrication for optimum friction management.
  • Internal grease reservoirs provide continual self lubrication for optimum friction management.
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Whiteline – Steering Rack And Pinion Mount Bushing (Part No.W13377)

Steering Rack And Pinion Mount Bushing

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$40.99
Power steering, aggressive wheel alignment geometry, wider wheels and lower profile tyres have all put radically increased loading on the steering systems of modern cars. Add to that engine bay contaminants such as oil leaks that also help to degrade the performance of steering rack mount bushings. Whiteline steering rack mounts are engineered to outlast and enhance steering precision and feedback.

Product Features:
  • Internal grease reservoirs provide continual self lubrication for optimum friction management.
  • Whiteline’s latest technology synthetic elastomer formulation boasts resistance to oil, grease, ozone and weathering.
  • Supplied with extreme pressure molybdenum disulphide (LM) based grease for extended life.
  • Internal grease reservoirs provide continual self lubrication for optimum friction management.
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Imperial – Transmission Oil Cooler Hose (Part No.248001)

Transmission Oil Cooler Hose

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$32.49
Our products are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation. Backed by over 50 years of mobile a/c experience, fix it once and fix it right with Imperial.

Product Features:
  • Transmission oil cooler hose
  • 11/32″ x 4-1/2′
  • Designed for transmission fluid applications
  • Made for tight-radius applications found in transmission cooler installations
  • Compatible with 11/32 in. OEM cooler systems
  • Tube made of black chemigum (nitrile)
  • Reinforced with 2-spiral synthetic
  • Covered in black Hypalon
  • Compatible with 11/32 in. OEM cooler systems
  • Tube made of black chemigum (nitrile)
  • Reinforced with 2-spiral synthetic
  • Covered in black Hypalon
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Imperial – Quick Connect Coupler (Part No.240250)

Quick Connect Coupler

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$11.49
Imperial transmission line fitting kits allow for the installation of auxiliary cooler lines without cutting the vehicle’s original metal lines.

Product Features:
  • Quick Connect coupler
  • Fits most 5/16″ transmission lines with 1/2″ – 20″ threads
  • Simplifies transmission cooler installation
  • Allows for auxiliary transmission cooler installation without cutting OE lines
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Powercraft – Heavy Duty Steering Gear Major Seal Kit (Part No.8928)

Heavy Duty Steering Gear Major Seal Kit

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$143.99
Premium-quality parts for lasting repairs. Engineered to OE design and specifications.
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Rare Parts – Tie Rod End (Part No.RP26292)

Tie Rod End

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$44.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
  • Reduces tire wear
  • Improves steering response
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Rare Parts – Tie Rod End (Part No.RP26742)

Tie Rod End

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$22.49
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
  • Reduces tire wear
  • Improves steering response
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Rare Parts – Ball Joint (Part No.RP10353)

Ball Joint

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$51.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated components
  • Dust seal to prevent contamination
  • Restores vehicle handling
  • Restores OE alignment
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Lemfoerder – OE Replacement Ball Joint (Part No.L202018687LEM)

OE Replacement Ball Joint

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$27.23
The ultimate in safety and quality in steering and suspension is what sets LEMFORDER apart. The expertise that Lemfoerder has acquired through ball joint development work with leading automobile manufacturers is the guarantee that increasing demands for safety and comfort will be met. The products developed for the LEMFORDER brand are optimized right through to series maturity in thorough inspections and field trials, and then subjected to the toughest conditions in special wear tests. This approach gives you safety and reliability under all conditions – as service and costs only meet the customer’s demands when high quality is implemented systematically.

Product Features:
  • OE expertise and quality
  • Precision manufactured housing and components
  • Corrosion protection
  • Permanently attached boot
  • One-piece forged housing for easier steering
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Carquest Premium – Bulk – 3/8" I.D. Return Hose (J189) (sold by foot) (Part No.35001)

Bulk - 3/8" I.D. Return Hose (J189) (sold by foot)

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$7.79
Bulk – 3/8" I.D. Return Hose (J189) (sold by foot)

Carquest Premium – Bulk – 3/8" I.D. Return Hose CPE (Part No.36219)

Bulk - 3/8" I.D. Return Hose CPE

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$38.99
OE routing ensures a proper fit. Engineered and constructed to withstand the high-pressure pulsations and heat found in steering systems.
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Carquest Premium – Bulk – 3/8" I.D. Return Hose J189 (Part No.36196)

Bulk - 3/8" I.D. Return Hose J189

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$39.99
OE routing ensures a proper fit. Engineered and constructed to withstand the high-pressure pulsations and heat found in steering systems.
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Carquest Premium – Bulk – 3/8" ID Return Hose (CPE) (sold by each) (Part No.34995)

Bulk - 3/8" ID Return Hose (CPE) (sold by each)

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$2.99
OE routing ensures a proper fit. Engineered and constructed to withstand the high-pressure pulsations and heat found in steering systems.
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Driveworks – Taper Bearing Set (Part No.S-A-2)

Taper Bearing Set

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$8.99
Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Rare Parts – Rack & Pinion Bellows (Part No.RP26924)

Rack & Pinion Bellows

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$40.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Protects Rack & Pinion surfaces from contamination
  • Hardware included
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Febi – Febi Steering Rack Boot (Part No.M101018694FEB)

Febi Steering Rack Boot

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$8.86
The Febi Steering Rack Boot is a high quality aftermarket replacement that is manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Premium aftermarket replacement
  • Manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications
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MOOG – Rack & Pinion Bellows Kit (Part No.K9362)

Rack & Pinion Bellows Kit

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$36.49
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install
  • Manufactured using premium materials
  • Engineered to provide long life and dependability
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Incorporates proven design and engineering features
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1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Steering and Chassis 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 Steering and Chassis Parts. With 35 Steering and Chassis Parts ranging in price from $2.99 to $245.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Steering and Chassis Parts brand, we stock 14 different brands like Imperial, Driveworks, and Cardone. 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Steering and Chassis Parts start as low as $2.99!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Steering and Chassis Parts is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 1,101 extensive product reviews on 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Steering and Chassis Parts. Some of the top-rated Steering and Chassis Parts products we carry are Bulk – 3/8" I.D. Return Hose CPE with 4.4 stars and Transmission Oil Cooler Reinstallation Kit with 2.3 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Steering and Chassis Parts from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Steering and Chassis Parts inventory for your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon below to get started!

Top-Rated Steering and Chassis Parts Brands For Your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon

Trusted Steering and Chassis 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, Driveworks, Cardone, and even more.

Popular Driveworks Steering and Chassis Parts

You’ll find popular Driveworks brand products across Steering Shafts. All are waiting to get your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon back on the road. Some of the top-rated Driveworks products in these categories are:
Taper Bearing Set
from $8.99
(47)
Taper Bearing Set
Worm Shaft Bearings

Top-Rated Imperial Steering and Chassis Parts


If Imperial are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Imperial brand Steering and Chassis Parts for your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon, and some of our most reviewed Imperial parts include:
Transmission Oil Cooler Hose
from $32.49
(94)
Transmission Oil Cooler Hose
Power Steering Pressure Hoses
Power Steering Oil Cooler
from $28.49
(83)
Power Steering Oil Cooler
Power Steering Coolers
Mounting Kit System
from $11.49
(27)
Mounting Kit System
Power Steering Coolers

FAQs for 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Steering and Chassis Parts

What are the most purchased Steering and Chassis Parts for the 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon?

Out of 35 Steering and Chassis Parts for the 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon, the most popular in our inventory are:
Power Steering Filter
from $31.99
(59)
Power Steering Filter
Power Steering Filters
Bulk - 3/8" ID Return Hose (CPE) (sold by each)
from $2.99
This product is not rated
Bulk – 3/8" ID Return Hose (CPE) (sold by each)
Power Steering Return Hoses
Bearings
from $15.99
(38)
Bearings
Steering Shaft Bearings

What are the top-rated 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Steering and Chassis Parts?

Top-rated Steering and Chassis Parts for your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Bulk - 3/8" I.D. Return Hose CPE
from $38.99
(8)
Bulk – 3/8" I.D. Return Hose CPE
“Hose”
Transmission Oil Cooler Reinstallation Kit
from $20.79
(4)
Transmission Oil Cooler Reinstallation Kit
“They did not actually ahve teh kit when i got this so the erverice rep just made teh order up from bits off the shelf. The clips and hose was all the ”
Quick Connect Coupler
from $11.49
(3)
Quick Connect Coupler
“Didn’t need it I bought it just in case I did that way I don’t have to run back and forth to the store. I’ll save it just in case I needed it.”