Radiator Baffle Set (Left/Right/Bottom)

Radiator Baffle Set (Left/Right/Bottom)

$60.00
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Radiator Baffle Set (Left/Right/Bottom)
  • Radiator Baffle Set (Left/Right/Bottom)
Radiator Baffle Set (Left/Right/Bottom)
Radiator Baffle Set (Left/Right/Bottom)
Product: RAD-BAFFLE-SET
Works With: 1983-1991
Manufacturer: GoWesty
Availability: Good Stock
$60.00

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Radiator Airflow Baffles for all Watercooled Vanagon.

Every Vanagon owner knows the cooling system is the literal lifeblood of the engine. Every part of the system plays a critical role in keeping your power plant cool and alive. These three unassuming little parts perform a very important task. They ensure every little bit of precious cool air is directed through the radiator as opposed to flowing unused around it. The original baffles were made of moisture-absorbing cardboard, and they had a tendency to disintegrate over time, thus allowing valuable cooling potential to go to waste. Compounding the issue of VW's poor material choice was the fact that, for a long time now, one couldn't even get the crummy originals to replace failing or missing ones! Fear not, GoWesty is here to help!

The formerly no-longer-available radiator baffles are back, and they're better than ever. We teamed up with an industry-leading TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) manufacturer to craft a product that is both eco-friendly and durable enough to last a lifetime. These baffles are made from 100% recycled materials, and the manufacturing process enables almost 99% of production waste material to be recycled back into the process. Better yet, these baffles are manufactured right here in the U.S.A.

Kit includes:
• (1) left-side radiator baffle
• (1) right-side radiator baffle
• (1) bottom-side radiator baffle
  • 5 stars: 18 (82%)
  • 4 stars: 4 (18%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
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RC d.M.
I like the baffles, but not as easy as in the video!

I had a laptop perched on a box, ran the video back and forth. Right side, facing the radiator was easy, until I had to bend the material to fit alongside the radiator. Aided by a few golf words, got it done. Van has factory a/c, but I did not have to trim the baffle as shown.

Left side video made me laugh, where he reached right under with that clip and screwed it in. On my van, horn was very much in the way, and it was difficult to get the baffle lined up with the screw hole in the body. Many more golf words, and it was much harder to get the material bent alongside the radiator.

I’m pretty good with mechanical stuff. I installed the Gowesty EFI myself, and drove my ‘64 Microbus at least 880,000 miles, more actually, but at times with inop speedometer.

In that mileage, fixing stuff was expected. I carried tools and spare parts.

This van, 1988, has had two radiator replacements since I’ve had it, and I wonder if they were a bit wider than the original.

Bottom baffle was a mystery. The screw holes didn’t line up with anything. The fan shroud, fan is also is not factory, had a lip that formed a barrier to mounting the baffle, so I had to use long self tapping screws to get the baffle screwed to the bottom of the fan shroud. Had to trim the left end to fit around a/c plumbing. Screws shown in photos have been replaced by flat head.

Drove 350 miles yesterday in the rain. Didn’t notice any difference in coolant temp, which I monitor with the scan gauge. It will be interesting to see if it makes a difference on a hot day.

Even with this, I like this set. There was no sign of the original baffles. A little over 530 k miles on this van

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Richard L.

Perfect!!

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Pete K.

This needed some trimming, but they work fantastic

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Mike a.
Allan's Automotive Owner

The baffle is better than the original.

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Frank B.
Good solution

We use this prodult since many years

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William M.
Forever product!

Let's face it. The stock radiator baffles are old and made of paper. Paper declines with time. This kit replaces them old cardboard parts. Easy Install, great video to help, and the ultimate good feeling that will last a long...a very, very long. time. (Install hardware not included).

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ronald L.
ronL

Great kit, fits like a glove, installation is piece of cake. I recommend this product for sure.

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Jeremy L.
REFRESHING!

Cool and smooth install. Just wedged 'em in.

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Gary H.
Radiator Baffle Set

Fits perfectly and is malleable enough to ease install.

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John M.
Got this for my 86

Glad I did as the factory cardboard was not redirecting all the air. Can't believe VW used cardboard....

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Phil D.
Plug the Gap

These are working, however, where they have mounting holes do not line up with anything on the front of the van. I was able to drill a pilot in each of the side baffles and screw them in place. The bottom baffle fit perfectly.

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Robert S.
Does the job

Does what its suppose to do. Out with the old cracked baffles and in with the new.

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Adlai S.
What a improvement

These wings are a must for all vans, a little stiff but one installed they do an excellent job directing the air through the radiator.

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James H.
Great effect on cooling

Fit as OEM. Made a 15 degree change in my cooling on a hot day.

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Greg W.
Perfect fit

Just followed the video and watched the temp drop immediately. Everything looks like it just came from the factory, except tighter.

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Christian R.
Perfect!

great baffle upgrade!

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Dan E.
Nice

and Clean

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Evan T.
Great replacement for the factory paper ones.

They are basically the only option you have have for replacing any aging factory cardboard baffles. I have gotten two sets and this second set was better. The first set, the side baffles where not pre-bent, they just marked where they were to bend, and I had to bend them. The second set were bent to shape. and installed much easier, helped that it was on a Double Cab without A/C. It would be nice if the kit came with new hardware as well though.

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Connor W.
Fine product

Works great

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zach r.
Easy

very easy install and work perfectly

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Ralph C.
Good stuff

They fit good and should last forever. Get that air where it's supposed to go.

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Steve W.
Good fitting BETTER than originals

Originals are made of organic fibers, like paper or cardboard. Mine were crumbling, these were a good replacement, and fit well.