Below is a parts list for the DIY'er who wants to convert their 80-83.5 year Aircooled Vanagon to a Subaru engine. I've had great luck with these parts in converting everything over to Subaru - Build the Adventure!
Aircooled Vanagon Conversion Parts List: | Approx. Pricing | |
KEP Manual/Auto Transmission adapter kit, Exhaust Header, Catalytic converter and welded Muffler assembly, Muffler Bracket, Crossmember | $1,500 | https://www.kennedyeng.com/subaru-vanagon Must order over the phone |
BUSARU Wiring Harness Conversion with Speed Sensor | $485 | busaru.com/busaruparts |
Rubber Coolant Hoses for stock radiator | $50 | Inlet and Return |
Metal Coolant Pipes | $350 | Stainless Pipes |
Vanagon Radiator | $130 | Stock Replacement Rad |
Coolant Pressure Bottle, Level Sensor, Cap | $20 | Stock Replacement Bottle , Level Sensor , Cap |
Clutch Kit | $120 | Stock replacement Clutch Kit |
Optional: Large heater assembly (For Under Rear Seat) | $190 | https://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performance-Products/555/70602/10002/-1?parentProductId=1697917 |
Optional: Shortened Subaru Oil Pan | $230 | https://www.outfrontmotorsports.com Must order over the phone |
Alternator Belt, Continental 270K4 | $5 | https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=2756560&jsn=3 |
Optional: WiFi Adapter for Smartphone gauges | $20 | https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_nos |
Optional: OBD Fusion App | $10 | https://www.obdsoftware.net/software/obdfusion |