Will this OEM-Style Window Crank fit both the driver and passenger side of my 1985 VW Vanagon?

Yes, this replacement crank is designed to fit either the left (driver) or right (passenger) side on 1970–1991 VW Type 2 Buses and Vanagons, so it will work for both sides on your 1985 Vanagon.

I'm worried about durability. Does this window crank come with any warranty?

Due to the delicate nature of window cranks and common misuse causing breakage, GoWesty does not offer a warranty on this part. However, when used properly and with a well-maintained window regulator, this quality aftermarket crank performs reliably.

My window is tough to roll up and down. Will replacing the crank solve this problem?

If your window is hard to operate, the crank itself is usually not the issue. It's often caused by a worn or damaged window regulator. We recommend checking and servicing the regulator before replacing the crank for best results.

Can I use this window crank if I have aftermarket door panel speakers installed?

This crank fits only when your door panel speakers sit flush. Most aftermarket door panel speakers that protrude won’t allow the crank to turn freely, so compatibility depends on your specific speaker setup.

Should I buy extra window cranks when ordering?

We highly suggest buying extras to keep on hand. Since window cranks are fragile and might break due to misuse or regulator problems, having spare parts means you can quickly swap them out without waiting for a new shipment.

Oemstyle window crank

Black plastic car window crank handle on white background, replacement auto part

OEM-Style Window Crank

Product:	321-837-581
Works With:	1970-1991
Manufacturer:	Quality Aftermarket
Availability:	Low Stock

$4.95

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Broke a window crank? This is an inexpensive alternative to the [no longer available] German product.

Available in Black and Brown.

Fit note: Fits left or right side, but will not clear most aftermarket door panel speakers. If you have speakers that do not sit flush like the originals, you should purchase our heavy-duty window crank.

IMPORTANT WARRANTY NOTE: All window crank handles are sold WITHOUT a warranty. We sell these cranks at rock-bottom pricing, because window cranks are prone to breakage. Some cranks break purely out of operator abuse. All window cranks (OEM or aftermarket) will break if too much force is applied to the handle—due to carelessness or if the window regulator requires adjustment, lubrication or replacement. If your window will not roll up or down with ease, it is typically not the fault of the window crank. We recommend purchasing some extras for your glove box. NO WARRANTY REPLACEMENTS FOR ANY REASON.

5 stars: 36 (75%)
4 stars: 8 (17%)
3 stars: 2 (4%)
2 stars: 1 (2%)
1 star: 1 (2%)

If you don’t look closely…

You could not tell them from stock.

Window cranks

Work great. Very happy with product

Window Cranks Pretty Close to OEM

I’ve had them on for a couple of weeks now and they look and function like they were new OEM cranks. When installing them I noticed that the spline depth is only about half as deep as OEM but it really doesn’t seem to matter. I am happy with them so far.

Great look and feel

Definitely recommend being a bit gentle hen turning these. They work great but I won’t be surprised if they break after a few years by getting brittle. I mean you could always buy two at that price and have a spare.

Happy with the crank handles, color a tad off but good enough

GoWesty sells another more durable window crank, but it is significantly more expensive and is only in black, so I went with this one, which is brown. I would tell you if you are hard on window crank then spend the extra money and get their tank division strength window crank. Otherwise it is a 5 star.

These window cranks are great! Easy to install. I got the brown ones, match the rest of the Vanagon interior.

Looks like the originals. I would suggest a little insert that shows how to remove the covering to be able to screw it on. Where the screw goes into the door it looks like a punch out/pop off access but it’s not. You need to search for a video…

It's brown and original equipment. Wish they made a stronger one that looks original and is brown.

Very nice.

Great

Easy to install

Solid

Yes, I’ve broken one of these every year or two but thanks to GoWesty, they are cheap enough tokeep a couple of spares tucked away

Just what i needed.
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Door crank

Good quality

Cranks

Didn’t last super long but also very cheap $

Window crank arm

This part arrived quickly with 100% fit & function same as the original.

Window Crank

These cranks seem to break easily so it was nice to have the right color available. I hope this one lasts longer than my last one, which I got somewhere else.

Works great

I can see why these might break mainly in the cold but they work well especially for the price

Solid

Matches the old one

Plastic

I’d recommend getting the Go Westy Heavy Duty High Offset Window Cranks instead. They will last forever.

Window crank replacement.

Looks and fits fine. It would have helped if instructions were given as to how to access the holding screw.

Like the original

Works well but I would go for the more expensive.

Easy, works

Nothing fancy, but it was an easy installation and looks close to original. What more can you want?

Great quality

Perfect replacement for that oem look

Good Repop

Matches the original perfectly.

Easy dress up for your interior

These window cranks are well made and have a nice appearance. A huge improvement over my old ones that were basically worn out and beat up.

Open Sesame

Excellent

Broken Window Cranks

Don't bother with these as they won't last any longer than the originals. Get the GoWesty upgrades.

OEM-Style Window Crank

These are such a great value. I bought an extra for when the other 40-year-old handle decides to break.

Good Product

My van came with 2 different style window cranks both were black. I was happy to find brown replacements. The now match the rest of my brown interior. Worked as expected.