Date:         Sat, 4 Jun 2011 12:12:40 -0700
Reply-To:     mark drillock <mdrillock@COX.NET>
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From:         mark drillock <mdrillock@COX.NET>
Subject:      Re: 85-86 Spindle Compatibility
Comments: To: Edward Maglott <emaglott3@GMAIL.COM>
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No, the 86+ has the spindle for the different caliper bolt pattern and
different rotor offset. The 80-85 take the same older caliper no matter
which control arm type.

Mark

Edward Maglott wrote:
> My 86 van needs a new spindle due to wear on the outer bearing
> seat. I have an 85 parts van, mfg date on the driver's door jam is
> 10/84. It had the cast lower control arms though. That seems
> strange in itself. The real question I have though, is if the
> spindle from the 85 will work on the 86. Both have the cast lower
> control arms... I know the early version of the spindle or "steering
> knuckle" is different from the one used with the later front
> suspension with the cast lower control arm. So if my 85 has the cast
> lower control arm spindle should be the same?
>
> Thanks,
> Edward
>