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• New Poptop rubber seal and canvas installer needed - Vancouver Canada
  Historical mailing list - Bob Elliott
  Tue, 21 Jun 2005 12:23:20 -0700
  I really need an experienced installer for new poptop rubber seal and canvas on my '80 Westy. I have all the necessary new bits...
• for sale: westfalia interior and poptop section
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 5 Jul 2005 15:39:43 EDT
  ...vanagon westfalia poptop section and luggage rack..etc.. can be added to a hardtop passenger van, many listmembers have done this conversion and there...
• How much should i sell for? (and does anyone want to buy?)
  Historical mailing list - shawn clark
  Wed, 7 May 2008 11:30:51 -0700
  ...It is a Wolfsburg edition 1984 vanagon with the full camper, fridge, stove, sink, closet and poptop. (poptop is in good condition). All of...
• Re: Poptop flocking R&R
  Historical mailing list - steve meassick
  Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:33:49 +0000
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• roof rack mounts on poptop
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 5 Aug 2012 16:30:50 -0700
  I made some clumsy looking (but functional) brackets to mount roof rack to pop top http://shufti.wordpress.com/2012/08/05/vanagon-roof...
• Country homes
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 19 Apr 1996 18:23:44 -0400
  Does anyone have any experience with a Country Homes poptop? I saw one on a Syncro, it was setup like a Multivan. Derek '80...
• Westfalia interior for sale
  Historical mailing list - R.Joseph Murphy
  Thu, 23 Sep 1999 07:12:35 -0700
  ...in a camper and or weekender interior. Very reasonably priced, just need to clean up. Located in massachusetts but could ship. Poptop also joseph
• Re: poptop mold
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Stangeland
  Thu, 26 Jun 2003 10:13:52 -0700
  glad to hear cleaning solutions -- what about some sort of sealant to prevent any further mold growth? --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? SBC Yahoo! DSL - Now...
• Re: Tinting marine paint for poptop?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Thu, 20 Apr 2006 11:21:34 -0400
  Look at www.frappr.com/vanagonlist My van is on there,and you cansee the results for yourself. This is with 1/3 gloss...
• donor westy
  Historical mailing list - Mike Riley
  Sun, 22 Jul 2007 14:21:44 -0400
  Does anyone know of a doner westy around the cincinnati tri state area? I am looking to get the camping gear and the poptop...
• how NOT to instal your poptop tent
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Alfonso
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 13:50:13 -0700
  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30i7dZJIJ20 Poor guy. If you're out there in list-land, my condolences. Rough couple of days, eh...
• Re: 85 Weekender FS
  Historical mailing list - joel walker
  Sat, 18 Apr 2009 14:19:14 -0500
  ...had an 88 bus, too, with the window sticker) nowhere on the poptops did vw ever use the term 'weekender'. that was someone a...
• Re: Non-Westy conversions??
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 19 Apr 1997 04:12:52 -0400 (EDT)
  ...a friend of mine w/ an '80 Vanagon ASI Camper is looking for the whole poptop section if anyone sees one in a junkyard...
• Re: cooking in the van....
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Thu, 2 Dec 1999 08:34:50 -0500
  ...Am I under a mistaken idea that they > are normal 7 passenger vans with a poptops? That's true, but they're not that...
• Re: GRRRR! (was RE: Raising poptop with kayak on roof)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
  Sat, 20 Mar 2004 17:35:19 -0500
  ...Raising poptop with kayak on roof) Where can I see a pneumatic cylinder so I know what this is? thanks. > It is hard enough...
• elastomeric roof coating (poptops)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 23 Jun 1995 10:44:39 -0700
  ...It's all available in white, btw, which is already the color of my poptop. I washed the camper thoroughly first. Then, I thought...
• Re: Poptop lift assist
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 6 May 2012 22:50:03 -0700
  ...2012 7:27 PM > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: Re: Poptop lift assist > > I agree. I've installed 5 sets now on various...
• Re: where to obtain a poptop for conversion
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Tue, 9 May 2006 10:27:52 -0700
  ...Eastern Daylight Time, > LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes: > > where to obtain a poptop for conversion > > > > I have a bare bones poptop for sale. Was...
• Re: how to cool a poptop?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 13 Jun 2015 06:34:02 -0700
  ...The temperature of the inside of the poptop should correlate to > how much it radiates to the interior, right? > Edward > >> On Sat, Jun 13...
• Re: fiberglass repair on poptop
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 4 Sep 2008 22:18:12 -0400
  ...I >> ordered >> one of the poptop strut kits, followed the instructions, and it >> turned out >> the struts that came with it were shorter than...
• Re: Original poptop and window seals leave trails of black residue after rain on my white 91 MV
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Wed, 14 Jul 2004 10:09:06 -0700
  ...Original poptop and window seals leave trails of black residue after rain on my white 91 MV > I use silicone spray lube on a...
• Re: Friday topic: what is your favorite low (or no) dollar modification?
  Historical mailing list - BA
  Fri, 12 Aug 2005 17:35:10 -0700
  Hi, Our poptop-is-up alarm! And if I'd saved the web site from where I got the idea, I'd include it...
• Re: Poptop Wheels
  Historical mailing list - Jim Ogul
  Mon, 8 Jul 2013 09:29:45 -0400
  ...at 2:55 PM, Jim Ogul <jimogul70@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > My Poptop lift mechanism keeps coming of the tracks because the little > wheels that...
• Re: Country Home Campers
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Sun, 30 Aug 2009 20:18:04 -0700
  ...I do like the added room created by the straight up poptop but the upper bunk is narrower than the Westy's. BenT
• Readjusting poptop after installation
  Historical mailing list - Pete Geisen
  Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:11:50 -0400
  I just repainted the poptop on my 82 Westy, installed new stainless hardware and seals. It looks great, but after reattaching the top to...
• Re: conversions
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 24 Apr 1995 09:47:33 -0300
  ...converting a bus to non-poptop camper is trivial, hardest part is water drain and propane if you have it. Everything bolts in, nothing...
• Re: Vanagon to Weekender poptop conversion
  Historical mailing list - Charles Michaux
  Sun, 18 Apr 1999 17:45:12 -0400
  ...Vanagon to Weekender poptop conversion I have been looking for a pop-top Weekender in the Seattle area for some time now, sans success...
• Re: GRRRR! (was RE: Raising poptop with kayak on roof)
  Historical mailing list - David Boots
  Sat, 20 Mar 2004 11:30:21 -0800
  ...Raising poptop with kayak on roof) Where can I see a pneumatic cylinder so I know what this is? thanks. > It is hard enough...
• Re: how to cool a poptop?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 13 Jun 2015 11:42:47 -0500
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• 80 Westy on CL for $700
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:43:50 -0700
  Not mine, but perhaps a good start for someone looking to add a poptop or build a Westfakia. http://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/1799075858...
• Re: CL: 1987 Poptop in Modesto for $3700
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:00:55 -0700
  Look the seam rust on the floor level at driver's side. This has been for sale for sometime. BenT Sent from my mobile...
• Re: '80 Westfalia For Sale, IN
  Historical mailing list - CanineWolf
  Fri, 5 Dec 1997 18:38:42 EST
  Whats new on the van....how many miles? Body damage? Heat? Poptop canvas? Stove, refridge, sink? Exaust system? How much is the van? Tim...
• Need Roof Rack Attachment Info
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Thu, 12 Nov 1998 22:34:20 -0800
  ...is there a source for the wooden wedges you insert between the yakima or thule bolt-on rain gutter sections and the poptop. steve
• Re: poptop canvas installation
  Historical mailing list - Benjamin Tan
  Thu, 9 Nov 2000 13:31:37 EST
  Dear Mr. R. Cow, How could I not address the issue? The man is supposed to be IN Florida! Besides, the list could use...
• Re: Removing rubber cement from old poptop seal ??
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Sun, 2 Sep 2001 08:06:03 EDT
  In a message dated 9/2/01 1:07:29 AM, jrasite@EONI.COM writes: << You might also try acetone or MEK >> Tread carefully...
• Re: Removing the poptop -- how many people?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Thu, 8 Jun 2006 14:51:25 -0700
  RE: How many people does it take to change a Westy canvas? That's one to hold the screw driver and 20 to turn...
• Re: Another question about cleaning poptop roof
  Historical mailing list - Jim Cochran
  Sat, 30 Aug 2008 18:00:30 -0700
  ...Is Armor All harmful to the poptop roof in any way? I'm > really not looking forward to scrubbing the whole roof with fiberglass...
• Re: Newbie: I've Joined the Tribe! Questions...
  Historical mailing list - Roy O.
  Tue, 3 Nov 1998 09:43:35 -0600
  - >The exterior of the poptop looks a bit worn and weather beaten. Is there >anything I can do to restore at least o little...
• Re: moldy poptop cures? virus attached
  Historical mailing list - Steve Russell
  Fri, 4 Jul 2003 19:44:34 -0700
  ...moldy poptop cures? virus attached > Received this email as well > Gerry > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Samuel L. Walters" <samuel.walters@VERIZON.NET> > To: <vanagon@GERRY...
• Re: Poptop Raise Assists (Fryeday content)
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Thu, 8 Feb 2007 00:09:37 -0500
  I don't get it - why should it be any easier to push a pole than to directly push the poptop? You're not...
• Pop Top Seal Deal - It's a Go (& more info)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 22 Jan 1997 11:18:01
  I got more than enough list response from the $35.50 poptop seal offer to go ahead with it. If anybody else wants them...
• Re: poptop opening while driving; latch & seal problem (How to meet a NJ trooper)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 14 Sep 1999 21:50:05 -0700
  ...list; Has any one fabricated a back-up lock for >the poptop latch? Some sort of hook & eye insurance? (I currently have 25 >feet...
• Camper seating arrangements
  Historical mailing list - Nemo, Bus Captain
  Fri, 1 Nov 2002 16:27:07 -0800
  ...In poptop campers, I'm used to the two person rear bench and two front captains found in most vanagon westies. I know there...
• Re: which poptop canvas to purchase?
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Sun, 26 Nov 2006 21:18:08 -0500
  ...On Nov 26, 2006, at 8:54 PM, Matthew wrote: > folks, it is time for a new poptop canvas for the > Vanagon Westy. There...
• Re: Ooh look, we can get PopTopHeaven vans on eBay
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 16 Jan 2008 16:05:55 -0800
  ...If that was not PopTopHeaven then that van would be in the > > $4-$5K range. > > > > Bryan > > > -- Jake 1984 Vanagon GL 1986 Westy Weekender "Dixie...
• Re: Poptop rainfly
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sun, 3 Feb 2008 13:25:08 -0800
  ...tent not get wet? > > Matt > > -----Original Message----- > From: John Runberg > Subject: Poptop rainfly > > After the drenching we got @ Everybus last year, and the fact...
• Re: fiberglass repair on poptop
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 5 Sep 2008 11:11:05 -0700
  ...fiberglass repair on poptop > Hi folks, > > I've got a hole in my poptop that I'm looking for a way to plug. I...
• Re: GRRRR! (was RE: Raising poptop with kayak on roof)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
  Sat, 20 Mar 2004 11:30:38 -0500
  ...Raising poptop with kayak on roof) > It's still Friday somewhere, isn't it? > > So I can mouth off about non-responses to my...
• Re: Poptop Raise Assists
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Tue, 4 Mar 2008 22:00:12 -0500
  ...Are they attached to a metal plate that > >>> is > >> part > >>> of the poptop hinge? > >>> > >>> If anyone else has tried this, I'd be interested...
• Re: westy pop top conversions are not for the rich
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Thu, 11 Dec 2003 14:11:37 -0800
  ...The poptop is not part of the bed. You can install a top and then add a bed months or years later if you...
• Re: crack in poptop
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Apr 95 16:47:14 EDT
  > My poptop has a crack which is visible from both the underside and > the top of the poptop, and leaks slowly during rain or...
• Re: Drilling the Westy poptop
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 23:27:06 -0700
  ...Drilling the Westy poptop You want to be careful with high speeds, since the top is fiberglass in resin, and the resin can melt...
• Re: Poptop lift assist
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 5 May 2012 19:27:08 -0700
  ...alistair On 2012-05-05, at 6:45 PM, Roger Barkley wrote: > Just installed the poptop lift kit from > http://www.thesamba.com/vw...
• FS: Complete '85 Westy Camper Interior
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 13 Aug 1996 20:30:36
  ...panels, etc. - Basically, everything behind the drivers seats from a poptop Westy except the carpet. This would be a good opportunity for someone to...
• Re: poptop screen repair
  Historical mailing list - Holm
  Wed, 16 Aug 2000 19:15:01 -0500
  > I have a tear (about five inches long) in the screen of my otherwise perfect > poptop. What is the best way to repair it...
• Re: Original poptop and window seals leave trails of black residue after rain on my white 91 MV
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Thu, 15 Jul 2004 13:10:07 -0400
  ...Is there a proven > product that will recondition and "seal the seals?" I know that I can > replace the poptop seals fairly easily (although...
• Re: Front Overhead AC Modified for a Westy?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 4 Apr 2007 12:48:04 EDT
  ...unit to move forward to > clear the poptop opening to allow better access to the poptop latch, > kitchen headroom, etc? I don't know...
• Re: Bubble/ Poptop and Raise Assists
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sun, 4 Feb 2007 07:57:45 -0800
  ...I want a bubble > top/poptop hybrid so I can have a little more headroom even with the top > down. Adding a bubble to...
• Terracamper (Friday)
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Fri, 27 Sep 2013 19:42:54 -0700
  Some interesting new VW campers/ideas here - http://www.offroad-busse.de/ including a unique double poptop/sunroof - < http://www.offroad-busse.de/index...
• Re: '69 VW Poptop Nu brks, F/R no mtr $350/bo
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 4 Mar 1996 15:44:49 -0500
  I apologise I was not thinking and just pasted the add from the san Jose Mercury news the are code is 408