I have pix of two different approaches to the third brake light question at
http://subyjake.googlepages.com/vanagonstuff.

I prefer the Astro Van solution on the Westy top.  It looks stock and is
REALLY visible, especially at night.

YMMV

On 9/27/07, Mike Collum <collum@verizon.net> wrote:
>
> 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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