Edward M writes:

> Looks like an easy swap, any
comments on this?  Will I find a similar upgrade swap in the rear of these
vehicles?

From what I can tell from the ETKA, you found the year differences between
your 85 and 86, which don't seem to be dependent on being a Westy or
Weekender.  It seems that all vans prior to '85 had the larger 21mm front
bar on them, while later vans (depending on build date) had the 19mm that is
on the front of your 86.  I just posted some info regarding swapping the
different front bars within the last couple days, so it is possible.  The
title was "Lots of sta-bar info - long."  Assuming your vans are US models
that aren't ambulances, you won't find any bars on either one in the rear,
so no upgrade is possible there.

Note also that just putting on a larger front bar on your 86 will cause it
to understeer more, even though it will lean less.  You might get some
benefits in crosswinds, though.

Chris