Will this drain plug kit fit my 1976 VW Bus automatic transaxle?

Yes! This GoWesty A/T Differential Pan Drain Plug Kit is designed to fit all 1974-79 Type II Buses with automatic transaxles. It’ll work perfectly on your 1976 model.

Can I install the drain plug without removing the differential pan or changing the gasket?

Absolutely. One of the main benefits of this kit is that you can add the drain plug for cleaner oil changes without removing the entire pan or replacing the original gasket, saving you time and mess.

Are all the tools and parts I need included in the kit?

Yes, the kit comes with everything you need: a magnetic drain bolt, copper crush washer, drill bit with reduced shank, hex head bolt, flat washer, PEM nut, plus a helpful PDF installation template and instructions to guide you through the process.

Is the drain bolt magnetic? Will that help protect my differential?

Indeed! The drain bolt in this GoWesty kit is magnetic, which helps attract and capture metal particles from the gear oil, helping protect your differential by keeping contaminants out during oil changes.

How difficult is the installation for someone with basic mechanical skills?

Installation is straightforward and designed with DIYers in mind. The included PDF template and step-by-step instructions make it easy to drill and install the drain plug even if you have only basic mechanical experience.

Differential Pan Drain Plug Kit (Auto Trans) [Late Bus & Vanagon]

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Differential Pan Drain Plug Kit (Auto Trans) [Late Bus & Vanagon]

Product:	AT-DRAIN-PLUG-KIT
Works With:	1974-1991
Manufacturer:	GoWesty
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Wrench Rating:	Requires some hand & power tools and minimal mechanical knowledge.

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Ever get ready to service your transmission gear oil only to discover the original differential pan has no drain plug? That means pulling the pan, making a mess of your driveway, and buying a brand-new gasket… even though the original wasn’t leaking in the first place. Skip the hassle!

With this no-fuss differential drain plug kit, you can drill and install our stainless steel drain plug directly into your existing diff pan. The result? Quick, clean gear oil changes and easy, regular differential maintenance. Do it once. Do it right. And keep those gears running smooth mile after mile.

Fits: All 1974-79 Type II Bus and 1980-91 Vanagon with automatic transaxle.

Kit Includes:
• (1) M10 x 1.5 x 13 magnetic drain bolt
• (1) M10 Copper Crush Washer
• (1) M10 x 1.5 x 16 Hex Head Bolt
• (1) M10 Flat Washer
• (1) M10 x 1.5 PEM Nut
• (1) 12.5 mm drill bit w/ reduced shank