Frank,
What is the time frame for this failure?  I was considering doing this to level my van if it were to last a few years...........

----- Original Message -----
From: Frank Grunthaner
Sent: Friday, January 11, 2002 8:09 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Leveling shims. Success report and mistakes to avoid.

Sorry, must chime in here. The use of Teflon spacers or shims in this
application is a very bad idea. Bulk Teflon flows in response to long term
static pressure. These shims will relax and change thickness over time. The
effect would be particularly strong if the spring directly contacts the
Teflon. I have readily moved 1/2 inch bar stock, 1/2 inch into 3/4 inch thick
bulk Teflon.

Frank Grunthaner