> Does anyone know if the factory modified/changed the front or rear > suspension on Westy's from 86 thru 91 (2WD)? I'm trying to determine why > the handling of my present '86 is so different from my previous '89. > VW changed the suspension on the US Vanagons in 1988, lowering the bus by about 1 inch, and changing the ride to a softer ride, I understand. I prefer the older version, but I don't have much experience with the later ones -- I just want the ground clearance. Tires make *a lot* of difference -- make sure yours are properly inflated and proper tires on you new bus. I don't think the ride should be "so different", but the early ones are somehat harsher riding. malcolm |
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