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09-20-2021, 07:04 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Sep 2021
Posts: 5
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2002 Vista (VW chassis) air bags replacements
Anyone know what can replacements for these?
One side looks like OEM from 2002, the other is different style...both rotted and don't hold air.
If I can get any info on what Winnebago used in their suspension systems...maker, sizes (diameters, length, capacity, etc) I'd be grateful.
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09-21-2021, 08:54 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Spring Branch, TX
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Winnebago generally has nothing to do with chassis parts on the motorhomes built on various chassis. I would guess it is either a VW part, or an aftermarket addition made by a previous owner.
Either way, from the photos it does not look like anything that special. There are likely any number of current day Air Bags that could be used on that suspension.
Truck Specialty shops do this kind of work. You might try on of them.
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2016 Lincoln MKX Toad
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09-22-2021, 04:07 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Sep 2021
Posts: 5
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Only the cab is VW, everything else is Winnebago.
https://images.app.goo.gl/8qJpXjaQue9oBrL58
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09-23-2021, 08:04 AM
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Site Team
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SevrMacDad
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From that image it appears that everything concerning the chassis but the rear suspension would be VW parts.
Still a leaf spring airbag is a common item. Is there something unique that requires it to be a Winnebago specific part?
That model is based on the Volkswagen Transporter EuroVan T-4. Perhaps you can find more info looking for parts info for the EuroVan?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volksw...ransporter_(T4)
Sorry I’m not much help. But my original suggestion of taking it to a truck suspension shop might be your best bet.
Also Google’s photo App cannot be used to host images on other websites. To use those images copy them to your computer, tablet or phone and then attach them to your post normally.
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2017 Winnebago Adventurer 37F
2016 Lincoln MKX Toad
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09-26-2021, 04:42 PM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Aug 2018
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VWGuy
The air bags are not VW. I had a VW Vista for 5 yrs. I ordered air bags for a 3/4 ton Chevy pickup and installed them myself. Do not drill holes in the frame to mount them. Your old ones are junk. I had the bags for 4 years and 50K miles. Besides dramatically improving the ride they added considerable stability in cross winds. You might look at Sumo air bags too. They are easier to mount and don’t require additional air pressure. Plan on $500 to $1000. Well worth the price though
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09-26-2021, 06:11 PM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Aug 2019
Posts: 2
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3-T's RV Products
Try 3-T's RV Products 928-453-3040 USA 800-223-1779.
They supply air bags for some of the Winnebago rv's.
1055 Empire Drive
Unit C
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
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10-07-2021, 03:27 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Sep 2021
Posts: 5
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Update
Got the rig up on jack stands to get the bags off...
And NOTHING! I can't get it at them because I can't get the wheels off...SEEMS that when I had new tires put on last year they so tightened the lugs (all the lugs!) I can't budge them...used lug wrench, battery impact wrench, even socket with breaker bar (bent handle)...
And still having hard time finding anyone I can take it to to even loosen things so I can do it myself...
Frustration has I new definition...
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10-21-2021, 11:01 AM
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Winnebago Watcher
Join Date: Oct 2021
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Hi, I have just come across this thread as I too have a 2002 vista with both airbags useless.
I was wondering if you had any luck in replacing them and if so do you mind telling me what you used.
The only other issue is I am in the uk!
Many thanks
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10-28-2021, 03:44 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Sep 2021
Posts: 5
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Found a local trailer/truck suspension guy that helped me ID what I had...
Looking at the Winnebago parts diagram and numbers and visual comparison...
It's toyata Tacoma air ride bag, leaf springs, etc..
He has things ordered for me.
See my parts diagram screenshot...SAME number for Toyota chassis/eurovan .
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10-28-2021, 03:47 PM
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Winnebago Camper
Join Date: Sep 2021
Posts: 5
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Here's the part diagram:
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