The reason you didn't find anything is no Vanagons (of ANY year) came
with installed 3rd brake lights.

In my '85 Westy, I installed a "Hog-Lite" (designed for under the
trip-pac of a Harley Davidson motorcycle, which has 50 LEDs and works
well.  I mounted it inside, though, and it shows through the hatch glass.

Now ... some Vanagon owners purchased the VW logo replacement 3rd brake
light from Brazil which is likely what you're talking about.

Mike

Kyle Davis wrote:
> Hey all,
>
> I know this is probably a FAQ, and I did a google, but
> couldn't readily find the exact following question:
>
> Is there any benefit is using the back hatch off of a
> 1987 vanagon on a pre-1987 vanagon to utilize the
> third brake light that was mandated by US safety laws?
>
> I'm just kind of wondering about this right now.  From
> a practical standpoint, if I'm going to repaint the
> vehicle anyway, would it matter?  Would it fit?
>
> If it doesn't fit, I'm not too worried.  The rear
> hatch is one of the more rust-free parts on my camper
> bus.
>
> Kyle
>
>
>
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