I understand several changes were made in the sliding door and mechanism for the '85 model year, and the later style is much easier to operate. Has anyone tried retrofitting a late style door on an '80-84 van? Is it just the hardware that is different, or the entire door? (I know the part where the outer handle attached is different, but am not sure what else might be.) My '82 door is fairly rough, so if I'm going to look for a replacement, I'd like to consider an upgrade if possible... -- Shawn Wright I.T. Manager Shawnigan Lake School |
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