In a message dated 11/6/00 7:12:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, flubach@HOME.COM
writes:

<< I have both an '82 westy and a '84 7 seater GL.  The '84 is noticably
taller
 than the '82.  The '84 engine deck is about 4" higher than the '82.  I
 noticed this when I pulled the '82 into the garage to start working on it
 after having it sit for about 6 months...

 Why is this?  By design due to the poptop? I didn't think there were any
 suspension differences in the design?  Maybe I have shot springs/shocks or
 something?  Anyone?
  >>

your springs are shot on your westy.
chris