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Subject:Re: 85 Westfalia front springs
From:Jeff Palmer
Date:Mon, 16 Jul 2018 00:16:29 -0400

Found my original receipt from 2005!  Part number 251411105A952 which is still on their site as stock replacement including camper.
Jeff

> On Jul 15, 2018, at 10:51 PM, Jeff Palmer <w.jeff.palmer@icloud.com> wrote:
> 
> Thanks Dennis.  I replaced all four of them with Bus Depot springs about 10 years ago.  I thought there were more to choose from rather than just one type.  I just got back from a big trip today and had noticed some sagging on the driver’s side during the trip, but no issues with performance.  I know it’s normal for a bit of leaning on the driver’s side, and i was loaded heavier than usual with full cupboards, fridge, water tank etc so chalked it up to that and uneven ground.  But back at home in my driveway the lean looks more noticeable.  
> 
> Is there anything else it could be?
> 
> Thanks
> Jeff
> 
>> On Jul 15, 2018, at 10:24 PM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote:
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>> The ETKA did list different springs for various models indicated by paint marks. For the most part the aftermarket sells springs based on height or lift and usually they are replaced in sets of 4. Why do you think you need new ones? These vans tend to ride high in the front. The original rears do need to be checked for condition of the thin tails. These ends tend to rust and then break leaving a chance for a spring to work out.  
>> 
>> Dennis
>> 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of Jeff Palmer
>> Sent: Sunday, July 15, 2018 7:39 PM
>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> Subject: 85 Westfalia front springs
>> 
>> Hi everyone. I need new front springs for an 85 Westfalia. Are they the same as every other year? For some reason I thought they were unique? Stock wheels and tires. 
>> 
>> Thanks
>> Jeff 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
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