I have both in front of me, and the manual steering wheel is larger than the power. I guess I will live with the soft springs and power steering, and focus on a front end rebuild, and shocks, and tires. One of the things I noticed is that it seems floatier at high speeds (87westy vs. 80westy). Partly because the 87 just goes faster. Being used to the air cooled I am haveng to let off the gas a whole bunch. How sweet it is to have a westy with everything working. Well, except the odometer, and the clock. By the way, I have an 80 westy with a significant oil leak that I haven't tracked down. Lots of power (I mean lots of power for an air cooled), Good camping equipment, good tranny, great suspension, poor body avail for sale/parting. Any suggestions wants... Mike |
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