For 86-91 it is Girling for the first few years and ATE for the last few.

The carriers are different and must match the caliper type.
The pins must match caliper/carrier type.
The pads are the same for both.

Mark

den jolliffe wrote:
> Is there a definitive answer to what years or models of Vanagon had Girling front calipers...
> Is the caliper carrier the same...i.e are ATE and Girling calipers interchangeable, and do the pins and pads fit both....
> Too cold here to actually do the brakes, but want to gather information to do so...or should I sell these Girlings and look for ATE as I think that is what is on my 89 Weekender...
> Thanks all...DenNear Toronto Canada
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