1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Suspension Parts

Essential 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Suspension Parts

KYB – Gas Shock (Part No.345006)

Gas Shock

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$72.99
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

Product Features:
  • KYB Recommended Orem Replacement Strut
  • The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Volkswagen
  • The KYB Excel-G Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
  • Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-House Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Excel-G Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • KYB Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
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Valvoline – DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.822405)

DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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$14.49
Valvoline DEXRON®-VI ATF is a full-synthetic transmission fluid formulated with advanced additive technology to meet and exceed the requirements of the General Motors’ DEXRON®-VI specification. It is officially licensed and approved by GM and is fully back-serviceable and can be used wherever DEXRON®-II and/or DEXRON®-III are recommended. Recommended for use in the following applications: DEXRON®-VI, DEXRON®-III, DEXRON®-II, and Allison C-4.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
  • Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
  • Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
  • Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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Valvoline – DEX/MERC ATF Conventional Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.798153)

DEX/MERC ATF Conventional Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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$11.99
Valvoline DEX/MERC ATF is a high-quality transmission fluid formulated to meet the challenging demands many automatic transmissions. Its responsive low-temperature fluidity is beneficial in both electronic and hydraulic controlled transmissions and transaxles. Recommended for use in the following applications: MERCON®, DEXRON®-III, Ford M2C138-CJ and M2C166-H, Allison C-4 and TES-389, and Caterpillar TO-2.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with premium base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
  • Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
  • Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
  • Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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Royal Purple – Max Performance Synthetic Power Steering Fluid (Part No.01326)

Max Performance Synthetic Power Steering Fluid

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$6.29
Max Performance Synthetic Power Steering Fluid

Valvoline – Transfer Case Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.855459)

Transfer Case Fluid, 1 Quart

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$14.99
Valvoline Multi-Vehicle Transfer Case Fluid is a full synthetic product meeting the performance needs for transfer cases recommending Ford XL-12 and GM Auto Trak II specifications or ATF fluids (DEX/MERC, ATF +4, etc).

Product Features:
  • Recommended for use in most Ford, GM and FCA (Dodge, Jeep) models
  • Formulated to help prevent gear wear and protect against rust and corrosion
  • Formulated to deliver enhanced protection against deposits
  • Helps provide better protection during extreme operating conditions
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Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1998)

Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit

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$13.29
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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Rare Parts – Control Arm Bushing (Part No.RP15166)

Control Arm Bushing

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$33.99
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:
  • Reduces vibration
  • Torsional rubber bushings
  • UV resistant
  • No Squeak
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Delphi – Control Arm Bushing (Part No.L203028177DEL)

Control Arm Bushing

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$18.52
Our OE safety technology is fitted to millions of vehicles worldwide and we apply our OE expertise to our aftermarket steering portfolio. Delphi tests to the extreme for OE performance at every turn: our parts withstand temperatures below -40 degrees C and over 120 degrees C and are exposed to 720 hours of salt spray. Delphi’s extensive dimensional and material analysis ensures the very best compatibility between the OE and aftermarket part.

Product Features:
  • Delphi bushings are designed to OE standards
  • Bushings are manufactured for consistent life and to reduce noise
  • Delphi bushings engineered for durability
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Whiteline – Control Arm Upper Bushing (Part No.W53464)

Control Arm Upper Bushing

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$231.99
Worn front control arm bushings have a huge influence on vehicle stability, steering precision and braking efficiency. Replace worn bushings to as new condition utilising Whiteline’s advanced synthetic elastomer bushings with core characteristics ensuring superior elasticity, memory and outright durability for all forms of driving applications.

Product Features:
  • Designed with the installer in mind by reducing the need of specialised skills, tools and equipment.
  • 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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Whiteline – Control Arm Lower Inner Bushing (Part No.W53463)

Control Arm Lower Inner Bushing

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$52.99
Worn front control arm bushings have a huge influence on vehicle stability, steering precision and braking efficiency. Replace worn bushings to as new condition utilising Whiteline’s advanced synthetic elastomer bushings with core characteristics ensuring superior elasticity, memory and outright durability for all forms of driving applications.

Product Features:
  • Designed with the installer in mind by reducing the need of specialised skills, tools and equipment.
  • 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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KYB – Gas Shock (Part No.344082)

Gas Shock

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$63.99
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

Product Features:
  • KYB Recommended Orem Replacement Strut For Mini-Vans
  • The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Vehicle
  • The KYB Excel-G Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
  • Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-House Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Excel-G Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • KYB Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
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KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock (Part No.565050)

High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock

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$125.99
Tough conditions demand tough truck shocks. The large bore KYB MonoMax provides the additional stability that heavier, more powerful or high center of gravity vehicles demand. The KYB MonoMax is a heavy duty monotube shock absorber that provides the most handling, control and durability of any KYB shock; and its just for trucks. The MonoMaxs tough design automatically adjusts to driving conditions with fade-free performance. The KYB MonoMax has an outstanding reputation for vehicles that do real work, go off-road, tow a trailer or haul heavy loads. It uses a work-ready, zinc-coated steel piston ring and includes an off-road dust boot.

Product Features:
  • Maximum Performance Upgrade With Up To 40% More Damping Performance Than Standard Shock Absorbers
  • Perfect Solution When You Need To Upgrade Suspension Performance On Your Gm Truck
  • Truck Monotube Design Outperforms All Other Standard Shock Absorbers
  • Zinc-Coated, Stainless Steel Piston Ring Provides A Positive Seal In The Most Extreme Conditions
  • Rubber Boot To Protect The Shaft And Keep Dirt And Debris Away From The Seals
  • Engineered To Help Vehicles With Electronic Safety Systems (Esc, Abs, Etc.)
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KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock (Part No.KG5557)

High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock

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$55.99
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The Gas-a-Just is available as an OE monotube replacement and as an OE twin-tube performance upgrade. The KYB Gas-a-Just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydraulic piston and valve area for responsiveness and control, and a second high-pressure nitrogen gas area with a floating piston that provides a comfortable ride during normal driving and adds instant performance on demand. The Gas-a-Justs high-pressure, monotube design delivers the control spirited drivers are looking for and its ideal for European cars.

Product Features:
  • Adds Up To 25% More Damping Performance Over Original Equipment Shocks
  • Components And Valving Designed Specifically For Your Volkswagen
  • Gas-A-Just Monotubes Include Additional Damping Over One Design For Vehicles That Work, Tow, And Have Larger, Heavier Tires & Wheels
  • High Pressure Monotube Design Separates The Gas And Oil For Fade Free Operation And Instant Response
  • Fluid Leaking Can Be A Cause Of Shock Failure, The KYB Gas-A-Just Has An Ultra-Smooth Triple Chrome Plated Chrome Piston Rod To Reduce Seal Wear
  • The Higher Gas Pressure Of The KYB Gas-A-Just Responds Quickly To Improve Steering Response
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Gas-A-Just Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • A Teflon-coated or phenolic piston band that reduces friction and provides a positive cylinder seal
  • Specially formulated hydraulic fluid with multi-range viscosity for any weather climate
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Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1997)

Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit

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$13.99
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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Carquest Premium – Multi Purpose Relay (Part No.RAA1245)

Multi Purpose Relay

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$10.29
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Suspension 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 Suspension Parts. With 12 Suspension Parts ranging in price from $4.66 to $231.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Suspension Parts brand, we stock 9 different brands like Valvoline, Carquest Premium, and Whiteline. 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Suspension Parts start as low as $4.66!

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Top-Rated Suspension Parts Brands For Your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon

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Popular Monroe Suspension Parts

You’ll find popular Monroe brand products across Shocks and Struts. All are waiting to get your 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon back on the road. Some of the top-rated Monroe products in these categories are:
Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
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Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
Shock Boots, Levelers, and Accessories
Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
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Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
Strut Bellows

FAQs for 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon Suspension Parts

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

Out of 12 Suspension Parts for the 1981 Volkswagen Vanagon, the most popular in our inventory are:
DEX/MERC ATF Conventional Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart
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DEX/MERC ATF Conventional Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart
Suspension Self-Leveling Unit Fluids
Multi Purpose Relay
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Multi Purpose Relay
Auto Level Control Relays
Control Arm Lower Inner Bushing
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Control Arm Lower Inner Bushing
Lower Control Arm Bushings