The biggest advantage would be if you changed the front brakes and lower
control arms as a unit. The 86+ front brakes are much better. More
stopping power and a more reliable caliper design. I have done this to
several early vans and the results are always pleasing.As for the 88
springs I can't say. Some of them at least are lower than Westy springs.
Might need to measure them both once removed.

If you get the brake/control arm assembly get the rubber brake hoses too
and don't damage them.

Mark

Chris S wrote:
> The local junkyard has  '88 GL Vanagon.  Would it be worth upgrading my '84
> to cast control arms?  What about the GL springs on a Westy?
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