Date:         Tue, 2 Jun 2009 08:16:08 -0300
Reply-To:     Dave Arthur <dave.arthur@NSCC.CA>
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From:         Dave Arthur <dave.arthur@NSCC.CA>
Subject:      Saggy Westy Rear
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What is the current feeling for sagging rears? I have an '86 Westfalia. I
have noticed that my rear ride height is low on the drivers side. I have
read that this is 'normal' for a Westfalia as it is always unevenly loaded
(fridge, stove and cabinetry).

I believe the springs are original and they appear to be in good shape. From
the list I have read a few 'fixes'

From high to low $$

New springs
AirLift air bags
Plastic cutting board doughnuts
Swap springs side to side

Thanks

Dave

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