The spindle has a cast lower arm, larger late model outer wheel bearing and
the earlier brake caliper. I think the one I have already is through early
'85 since it has the smaller taper for the outer wheel bearing.  I had no
idea that '85 was an odd transition year for the model.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jonce Fancher" <streetbugs@verizon.net>
To: "vanagon" <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>; "Cullen Stewart"
<cullberly@VERMONTEL.NET>
Sent: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 11:37 AM
Subject: Re: 1985 Front Spindle needed

> Hi Cullen
> I believe Ive got one that may work BUT. I think late and early 85 was
> different. not 100% but it would be good to know. Ive got a spare LATE 85.
> If it will help.
> Jonce
>
> On Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:02:35 -0400, Cullen Stewart wrote:
>
>>I need a front spindle for a 1985 power steering Westy. I have 2 already
>>which are for all of the models except 1985.
>>Thanks, Cullen
>
>
> Jonce Fancher
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