Your van could have ATE or Girling calipers. Both are interchangeable but I
prefer a matched set on both sides. Both use the same pads.

As for upgrading to better brakes, you need the later spindles. They will
bolt right up. You also need the later hoses.

The big brake kits do require larger wheels.

Really good pads and rear shoes will make the stock brakes work a lot
better. The rears do contribute a lot so good shoes here are a must. The
dealer shoes are metallic's and they make a big difference. Get ATE
cylinders for the rear also.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of B
Feddish
Sent: Sunday, March 21, 2010 4:54 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Is this the right caliper?

Does anyone know if this is the right caliper to buy

http://www.busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=251615108

for my 83.5?

http://www.feddishbasses.com/vw/brakes.html

Thanks,
Byan