Ron,

"Haynes, VW Transporter Service and Repair Manual"  1982 -1990 entry:

"Radiator-Removal and refitting. Under Section 3, Note 2. "On models with
airconditioning, the condenser is attached to the radiator, from which it
can be separated after lowering the radiator. DO NOT disconnect te
refrigerant lines from the condensor-See Section 13."  (Section 13
addresses Air Conditioning General Information and precautions.

Scarlett Semko wrote:

> Question.
>
> Is it necessary to remove the A/C condensor on a 1985 Vanagon to remove
> the radiator, or can the radiator be removed with out removing the
> condensor???????
>
> As Always
> Thanks In Advance, and Thank The Makers, that Gerry is back uP
> Ron Semko
> Orlando Florida