Will the GoWesty Tank Filler Hook-Up Box fit my Vanagon, and what’s included in the kit?

The GoWesty Tank Filler Hook-Up Box is specifically designed to fit all Volkswagen Vanagons from 1980-1991, both campers and non-campers that use a side-fill hook-up system. The package includes the hook-up box itself, a freshly engineered, UV-resistant lid, all necessary seals and stainless hardware, and detailed instructions for DIY installation. Many Vanagon owners love that everything you need comes in one kit—no extra trips to the hardware store!

Is it easy to install the GoWesty Tank Filler Hook-Up Box, or will I need special tools or adapters?

Most folks find the GoWesty hook-up box to be a straightforward, afternoon DIY job using basic hand tools—no specialty tools required. The design uses pre-drilled holes to match your Vanagon’s factory cutouts, so you don’t need to modify your bodywork. If your old box or plumbing has been altered before, a few customers mention minor adjustments, but the included install guide walks you through every step. GoWesty’s support team is also known for helping troubleshoot if you hit a snag!

What makes the GoWesty Tank Filler Hook-Up Box better than the original—why should I upgrade?

Unlike the original VW part, this GoWesty tank filler hook-up box is made in the USA with heavy-duty, UV-resistant plastics built to last for years without cracking or fading. The unique lid design seals tightly to keep bugs and dirt out, and the modern quick-connect fitting makes attaching your hose much easier, especially at campsites with pressurized water. Many buyers report better durability compared to other aftermarket options, and love the peace of mind that comes with GoWesty’s reputation for well-engineered Vanagon upgrades.

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GoWesty Tank Filler Hook-Up Box

Product:	HOOKUP-TANK
Works With:	1980-1991
Manufacturer:	GoWesty
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Wrench Rating:	Requires no or basic hand tools and no mechanical knowledge.

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Proposition 65: This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Self-certified made in USA of U.S. and imported parts

This is a brand-new, 100% GoWesty-designed tank filler hook-up box kit.

We designed our new and improved hook-up boxes to look similar to the original design, but that's where the similarities end! These were designed in-house by a team of professional engineers, and we are extremely proud of the results. We have invested some serious time and energy into the creation of these superior hook-up boxes. We are confident that you'll be very happy with them—in short, these are the last hook-ups you'll ever buy! To read more about the history of the original hook-ups, please click here.

Here are some of the improvements we have made:

Crafted from superior UV-resistant materials.
Frame fastener holes are counter-bored instead of tapered—no cracking!
Added extra material to known weak points of original design—no more breaking!
Innovative lid design: single piece with molded pivot points (we were tired of the flimsy door, metal hinge, and poor spring design).
Lid pivot points are captured by the frame and insert for simple, effective performance.
Lid is held shut and open by a smart cam and leaf spring mechanism.
Reinforced insert for the city water connection is much stronger than the original design.
Features an intelligent quick-connect (and quick-disconnect) attachment for easy and tidy garden hose connection. (Awesome!)
Modern check-valve system eliminates the possibility of contamination.
Entire design is modular—no more failure-prone glue, no more throwaway parts. We're talking replaceability and interchangeability!
Our hook-up box omits the ridiculous break-off-in-the-hole skeleton key.
100% designed and manufactured in the USA.
Less expensive than the original design, and much improved!

Includes: a new gasket, installation hardware, and decal. Simple installation instructions included.

Note: To connect a garden hose to your city water hook-up box, you will need a female coupling for the end of your garden hose. Most of the garden hose quick-disconnects on the market are universal; therefore, if you already have one, it will most likely work. HOWEVER, the Quick Connect Coupler we offer is particularly nifty, because it has an auto shut-off feature: when you pull it off your hook-up, the water flow STOPS. Yes, it's just as awesome as it sounds.