Date:         Thu, 27 Aug 2015 00:37:51 -0500
Reply-To:     nirav patel <agencia72@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         nirav patel <agencia72@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      replacement of springs on a Bostig '84 2WD westy
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I have a driver's rear rear wheel bearing go out on me. While I have all
four bearings replaced I'm considering the replacement of all my original
springs. Here in the state, I've noticed that GoWesty and VanCafe both sell
the type of springs called Progressive Springs and they come in the stock
size and a 1.5'' lift size. When I call GW they tell me to get the 1.5''
lift as it will even out the heavier camper. But I'm hearing that with that
increase I might get a problem with the new geometry on the CVs. Some of
the posts I'm reading online mention that the weight of an engine
conversion (zetec in my case) can come into play here. Have any experience
in this regard? I'm at the point that I can't take on too much risk. But I
understand (and appreciate) the general vanagon risk. Thank you, +nirav