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• BugJam/NEATO gathering in FLA
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 6 Nov 1995 08:45:54 -0500
  ...Interior is orig except for a later model sink/fridge needs finish bodywork, pop-top frame and canvas....................talk/obo A `67 Panel Bus...
• Re: Pop-top lifting mechanism broken
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:40:45 -0700
  ...canvas dirty. > > On 4/22/09, Zoltan <thewestyman@gmail.com> wrote: >> Hi all, >> I am noticing more and more the failure of the pop...
• Re: Pop Tops - open and shut
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 29 Apr 2000 16:28:40 -0400
  ...But on the way down it comes by itself until it's about 12-18 inches up, then I start alternately rolling the canvas...
• Re: Cleaning pop top flocking?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 8 Jun 2015 00:36:41 +0000
  ...A tiny bit of mould, also on the canvas. I > guess something with bleach will be necessary but I hope it doesn't > discolour...
• Re: Original tent was:Re: vanagon Digest - 13 Feb 2018 to 14 Feb 2018 (#2018-55)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sun, 18 Feb 2018 15:21:41 -0800
  ...Wide red and (kinda) white stripes made of heavy canvas. It attached to the bus with 2 roof mounts and a front and rear...
• ~~~~~Does anyone have 84'vanagon ETKA PDF file?~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Mon, 14 May 2001 21:47:25 -0700
  ...Rear/side WIndow seals NEW! Pop-Top: NEW seals, clean canvas, polished fiber glass Needs speedo, gas lines,+tune-up (Im working on it...
• Luggage Rack Seal- Report! (longish)
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 11 May 2000 11:02:03 EDT
  ...The canvas and everything under the pop-top was dry as a bone this morning (the ground was still wet). Having observed this, I...
• Re: Dave O'Heare's request for info about the Westy hammock....
  Historical mailing list - william killian
  Sun, 23 Jul 1995 23:36:44 -0400 (EDT)
  ...We kids took turns between the front cot, the pop top cot and on the floor under the front of the big bed. When...
• Re: Cleaning pop top flocking?
  Historical mailing list - John Dillon
  Mon, 8 Jun 2015 07:32:46 -0400
  ...A tiny bit of mould, also on the canvas. I guess something with bleach will be necessary but I hope it doesn't discolour...
• Re: Ever added up your receipts?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Mon, 14 Mar 2016 16:46:48 +0000
  ...everything else from wheels and tires to pop top restoration with computer matched automotive paint, canvas, SS fasteners, and seals. Now the heads leak...
• Re: Ever added up your receipts?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Mon, 14 Mar 2016 22:38:34 +0000
  ...everything else from wheels and tires to pop top restoration with > computer matched automotive paint, canvas, SS fasteners, and seals. Now the > heads leak...
• '84 westy F/S Toronto
  Historical mailing list - sstones
  Mon, 27 May 1996 11:01:34 -0400 (EDT)
  ...relatively close, I don't remember exactly) small patch on pop-top canvas is only visable damage. fairly new (passenger car type) tyres all...
• Re: poptop seals... NOTE
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Thu, 4 Mar 2004 15:27:12 -0800
  ...pop top and the luggage rack. This is what did not even touch down (ie. seal to the luggage rack - would cause the canvas...
• Re: Westy Winter Camping Suggestions..
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Tue, 17 Oct 2006 08:28:30 -0400
  ...camping. - insulating the pop-top doesn't keep you as warm as keeping it closed. We insulated the westy canvas but it didn't...
• Re: any info on van again.com?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sat, 1 Jun 2013 16:29:44 -0700
  ...I've done a lot so you won't have to- replaced the pop-top canvas, replaced the heater blower under the dash,Serviced...
• Re: color change at inside poptop
  Historical mailing list - James Felder
  Sun, 13 Oct 2013 12:05:58 -0500
  ...attempt here: >>> >>> http://shufti.wordpress.com/2013/07/01/vanagon-pop-top-canvas-swap/ >>> >>> Alistair >>> >>> >>> >>>> On Oct 12, 2013, at 2:44 PM, WILLIAM...
• Re: Pop top conversion
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Wed, 29 Mar 2006 18:18:07 -0500
  ...canvas. > >> > >>> > >>> http://homepage.mac.com/mwsnow/PhotoAlbum5.html > >>> > >>> > >> Thank you Mark!!!!! I was hoping there was a site out there doing just > >> the pop...
• Re: Interesting Vanagon Paint Schemes
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Tue, 3 Nov 2009 08:30:37 -0700
  ...I have a Titian Red van that I will be modifying the pop top center. Paint it a very reflective white, but only the...
• >Ok here is the situation, I found a guy witha 79 camper. He wants $3200
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Oct 1994 21:02:39 -0500 (CDT)
  ...JC Whitney) Pop-Top Camper seal: WCM: $75.90; JCW:$74.95 Luggage Rack Base Seal: WCM: $24.15; JWC: $23.95 Canvas Replacement...
• Re: Pop-top lifting mechanism broken
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:56:17 -0400
  ...canvas dirty. On 4/22/09, Zoltan <thewestyman@gmail.com> wrote: > Hi all, > I am noticing more and more the failure of the pop...
• 83 air cooled vanagon westfalia for sale, engine ?, some parts gone
  Historical mailing list - sg
  Mon, 14 May 2001 12:01:48 -0700
  ...clean body, very little rust, interior good to excellent shape, canvas on pop top excellent. since deciding to get rid of it, he has...
• Re: Pop Top Heart Stopper
  Historical mailing list - Peter Krogh
  Mon, 6 May 2002 22:29:57 EDT
  ...Amazingly, everything was fine, and that canvas lasted another decade before being replaced by the totally cool 3-window tent from GoWesty. I only...
• '74 Westie Camper Van $1500
  Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
  Sat, 6 Dec 1997 21:27:26 EST
  ...Interior is in very good condition with sink, electric stove, ice box, folding bed, table, and bed in pop-top. Canvas and top are...
• Re: CB antenna mounting - Structural strength
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Thu, 25 Mar 2004 09:16:56 -0500
  ...small wire that terminates at the bracket holding down the pop-top canvas. This isn't the best solution in terms of reception, but...
• Re: location of sirius antenna
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Fri, 23 Apr 2004 17:39:37 EDT
  ...canvas and out onto my luggage rack, where I held it down with 3M double sided adhesive foam. The wire exits under the pop...
• Re: Cleaning pop top flocking?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 17:41:43 -0700
  ...A tiny bit of mould, also on the canvas. I guess something with bleach will be necessary but I hope it doesn't discolour...
• Re: treating mold on inside of pop top
  Historical mailing list - A. Hurley
  Thu, 3 Jul 2003 22:47:52 -0400
  ...through - I have a bit on the mattress and on the canvas. Using the van as a kayak company vehicle doesn't help, I...
• Re: Insulated pop top sleeve / cold weather boot/ heating/ insulation
  Historical mailing list - Robin Oomkes
  Mon, 25 Oct 2004 21:56:45 +0200
  ...If you pull the whole thing backwards strong enough, it fits snug against the canvas. The only bit that didn't properly fit was...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 2 Feb 2004 - Special issue (#2004-94)
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Stevens
  Tue, 3 Feb 2004 09:32:53 -0500
  ...I've never had any other type but I know there might be trouble with finding replacement seals, hardware, canvas and other possible parts...
• FS: 88 Vanagon Westy Automatic - in Rochester NY
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Mon, 3 Jul 2006 19:53:44 -0700
  ...Full Westfalia model with Pop Top, Clean Canvas, Stove, DOMETIC Refrigerator, Sink, Cabinets, Propatne/Electric refrigerator functions well. Upper and Lower bed bunks and...
• Hijacked thread..Your 2.3 GoWesty
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:05:11 -0800
  ...bootlvr@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote: From: dahn van <bootlvr@HOTMAIL.COM> Subject: Pop-top inside 'velvet' - anyone replace? To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Date: Monday...
• Re: Question about pop top removal--rear hinges
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Sun, 6 Sep 2020 20:17:27 -0500
  ...Then raised > roof to remove top of h bar to pop top bolts and folded the h bar and > secured with many cable ties...
• Re: intro.
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 12 Dec 1995 21:47:56 -0600
  ...Her pop-top (fiberglass) and the canvas tent are in very good condition. I also have a fridge from another Bus, but its an...
• '85 Westie Restore(?)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Semyan
  Mon, 17 Aug 1998 17:23:06 -0700
  ...New Engine New Transmission Paint Job Including Pop Top New Canvas Window Moldings replaced New Tires New Curtains & Interior carpet Perhaps new bumpers Front...
• Re: Installation of Westy Top
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Sun, 31 Oct 1999 14:51:14 -0500
  ...If you need a new canvas, get the 3-window kind from the Bus Depot: $269 I think. Replace the poptop and luggage rack...
• Re: Question about westy poptop crossbar
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Fri, 25 Apr 2014 17:27:34 -0500
  ...Failure to do so could result in the loss of a canvas top or your life! The crossbar, contrary to conventional Vanagon wisdom, IS...
• looking for a Westy...
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Tue, 15 Oct 96 23:18:16 EDT
  ...What I am looking for is a '75-'83.5 Westfalia pop-top camper, with sink, stove, and fridge (fridge optional but I suppose...
• Re: Thermostats and coolant additives
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Tue, 15 May 2001 18:29:35 -0700
  ...Rear/side WIndow seals NEW! Pop-Top: NEW seals, clean canvas, polished fiber glass Needs speedo, gas lines,+tune-up (Im working on it...
• 2WD Beach Driving
  Historical mailing list - Finn Runyon
  Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:56:30 -0700
  ...painting the fiberglass pop top with interlux marine paint and installing a new gray suede headliner, and a new sunbrella canvas from Pierre in...
• 1985 AdventureWagen (not high top)
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Sat, 20 Apr 2013 15:10:24 -0600
  ...If you wait, the price will go up and it will feature a new canvas pop top on the roof and an additional bed...
• Go-Westy wasserstopper - initial impressions
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 8 Feb 2012 08:29:37 -0800
  ...Took only 15 minutes to install (5 snaps screwed into support ridge at front of pop top, 2 snaps on either side on canvas...
• '86 Westy FS
  Historical mailing list - Ware, David (EM, PTL, Contractor, ARC)
  Thu, 23 Oct 2003 08:43:52 -0400
  ...Pop top with good canvas. No fridge. Very little rust. Interior is pretty good except for the driver's seat which is worn. Needs...
• Re: Cleaning pop top flocking?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 17:42:19 -0700
  ...A tiny bit of mould, also on the canvas. I >> guess something with bleach will be necessary but I hope it doesn't >> discolour...
• 91 Vanagon GL Westy FS, most add-on accessories sold.
  Historical mailing list - Maureen Stretch
  Wed, 31 Mar 1999 16:15:37 -0500
  ...The Westy (described below) is still for sale, but the 4-5 person tent, the Carver Propex P4 heater and the VWCanvas canvas awning...
• Re: in bear country - food in the van or not?
  Historical mailing list - W Peabody
  Fri, 3 Aug 2007 20:36:38 -0700
  ...kept food in the van at Lake Tahoe camping, no problems. Pop top van. > > Interestingly, Lake Tahoe is where my step-dad's 73...
• Resubsciption and Req for Info on '78 to '73 Engine Swap
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 01 Apr 1996 11:44:02 -0500
  ...pop-top canvas pop-top to roof seal drop table hinge? WALSTIB, Steve
• heater heating insulation cold and rain
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Sun, 17 Oct 2004 12:51:20 -0700
  ...The canvas heats up more than the top now. In looking at the pop top / cold weather issue further it looks to me like...
• Re: source for no see um screen material
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Sun, 2 Aug 2009 09:39:51 -0400
  ...The biggest one I need to do is the one in the pop top >canvas. I'm looking for a source to buy the...
• For Monty Python Fans (no Vanagon content) Friday!!!
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Thu, 11 Apr 2002 22:41:07 -0700
  ...Nice Pop Top/Canvas. Sony Stereo. Could be perfect for a conversion project-Tiico? Subaru? ***60' Morris Mini1340CC(Also for sale) __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo...
• REDUCED 89 WESTY FOR SALE
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Libby
  Tue, 5 Nov 2002 15:24:24 -0500
  ...4-spd manual w/ redline, shifts beautifully Body is gray w/ gray pop-top. 2 small dings about 1" diameter and some minor scratches...
• Re: Windshield Sunshade Smackdown!
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 11 Jun 2014 17:10:06 -0500
  ...But > the > > really big difference I was able to make was when I made a reflective > > shield for the pop-top. Although none of...
• went 2 c that CDN 87
  Historical mailing list - Barry Mercer
  Fri, 4 Jul 2003 21:18:45 -0400
  ...around the bottom of the pop top... that's it. he has the aux battery installed, the canvas is perfect, the screens are absolutely...
• Westy for sale...
  Historical mailing list - dave bowers
  Wed, 23 Jul 2003 13:06:21 -0700
  ...http://dave-bowers.com/vw/vw.html FOR SALE: - 1986 Vanagon Weekender (pop top camper no appliances) - gold in color with curtains, window screens...
• Re: Removing the poptop -- how many people?
  Historical mailing list - Rob Rubin
  Thu, 8 Jun 2006 14:12:32 -0700
  ...Bob Stevens wrote: > > Be sure that when you start putting the canvas on at the front/middle, > to pull those corners very snug around...
• Re: Bear Attacks Camper NVC
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:34:36 -0800
  ...Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@GMAIL.COM> >> >>> Check these out! Something to think about in your pop-top. >>> http://picasaweb.google.com/sandwichhead/BearAttack?authkey=qGobsHitGWo...
• f.s. syncro GL @ Carlisle 5/19
  Historical mailing list - Pat Horrocks
  Mon, 14 May 2001 09:20:56 EDT
  ...Haynes, Bentley & other manuals can convey. $20,900 (I under-use the syncro & camper goodies so will look for a plain pop-top if...
• Re: Pop top weight
  Historical mailing list - bueses
  Thu, 30 Mar 2006 14:49:18 -0700
  ...This is the 2 fiberglass sections, legs, mounts, hinges, canvas. >>> The total was close to 135 lbs. This did not include any upper bed...
• Re: how much did you pay for your vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Chris Radcliffe
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 12:27:31 -0700
  ...200.) Pop top canvas perfect, tho mosquito net shot. Rear hatch struts stiff & new Rear hatch mosquito screen like new Pop top ceiling flocking...
• Re: My door fell off last night
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 4 Apr 2020 11:30:11 -0700
  Had the pop top thing happen twice. Once in my van, once in friends. At Hwy speeds it is surprising when it goes. But...
• Re: What to do with my pop top interior?
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Toomey
  Fri, 14 Aug 2020 22:21:28 +0000
  ...I thought I would revisit this now since replacing my canvas is imminent and find out what people are finishing the underside with. My...