Date:         Tue, 22 Mar 2005 09:45:46 -0800
Reply-To:     Robert Keezer <warmerwagen@YAHOO.COM>
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From:         Robert Keezer <warmerwagen@YAHOO.COM>
Subject:      Re: converting an 83.5 to power steering ?
Comments: To: Paul Guzyk <paullist@GUZYK.COM>
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Paul,

I converted my '82 Westfalia to PS in '99.

It all bolts in easily . The gas tank needs to be
removed in order for the front sections to install.

While the tank is out you can inspect it, clean it, or
replace it if needed. You will also be able to lube
the shift rod bushing.

Replace the tank vent line hoses with longer ones so
you can connect it up before putting the tank back up.

You don't have to change the spindles.

You also need to have the shorter power steering shaft
that goes between the steering gear and the rack.
The manual shaft is too long.


Robert

1982 Westfalia











--- Paul Guzyk <paullist@GUZYK.COM> wrote:
> I want to convert a 83.5 Westy from Manual to Power
> Steering.
>
> I have an 86 power steering rack and pump, and can
> get the 86 steering wheel and the metal lines that
> go under the car.
>
> What else needs to be changed?  If you have done a
> similar swap, are there any issues to be aware of?
>



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