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• Buses FS (CT,MA,NY Areas)
  Historical mailing list - Ron Van Ness
  Thu, 6 Aug 1998 09:39:46 -0400
  ...Niantic 70 VW WESTY CAMPER, good, solid, reliable, canvas in exc cond, sink works, am/fm/CD, new tires, great heat w/fan, $2350...
• Re: FS: 1991 Westfalia $7500
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sat, 18 Oct 2008 09:46:11 +0000
  ...The pop-top > could use a new canvas but the bed is in good shape. The body is in pretty > decent shape. There is...
• Re: Cleaning pop top flocking?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 20:09:23 -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...
• questions from a Vanagon novice
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sun, 22 Feb 2004 08:43:34 -0500
  ...expect to be able to run off a second battery? - Pop-top canvas. Mine is in okay condition, not too beat up. I was...
• Re: converting gl to be more camp-able (FREE TOP)
  Historical mailing list - margie reyes
  Wed, 12 Apr 2000 07:27:21 +0100
  ...The Vanagon roof is pretty > different from pop-top to non. First you got the hole to deal with, no real > way to trim...
• Re: Westfalia Canvas Replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jon Kanas
  Wed, 8 Jul 2009 10:11:13 -0600
  ...If you buy the Canvas from me or > other reputable list vendors it will come with detailed instructions > on how to install it. Be...
• Re: Another C4C vanagon, this time at a VW dealer in Catonsville, MD
  Historical mailing list - chris and/or ruth
  Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:45:14 -0700
  Anyone following this thread AND lusting after a Vanagon Westy, mine is for sale for the same price. --Shameless Plug follows... (1990 Weekender Pop...
• Re: Toolkit
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Tue, 23 Nov 1999 08:11:55 -0600
  ...In a canvas bag: 5 screw drivers, 1 long slotted for the carb, one stubby slotted, 3 philips, small to pop-top size 2...
• Re: Van painting cost
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Wilsher
  Sat, 1 Oct 2011 10:32:36 -0700
  ...I >>> removed the pop-top and old canvas (removed most of the >>> interior to >>> avoid dust and overspray, then delivered the Syncro and >>> roof...
• Re: Price on used engine/tranny needed (2 litre AC)
  Historical mailing list - Aristotle Sagan
  Tue, 2 May 2006 18:24:39 -0700
  ...I believe he has the pop top too, but no > canvas. Can supply his ph. # offlist to those wanting it. > > TIA, > > Neil Nicholson 1981...
• Re: Cleaning pop top flocking?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 18:35:09 -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: 4-wheel Porsche di$c brake for Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Tue, 7 May 2002 13:41:32 -0500
  ...or maybe Westie owners could engineer some concavity into their pop tops' canvas and rig up a quick-rise hydraulic system for fast stopping...
• Re: '80 Westy--Pull-n-Save, Aurora, Colorado
  Historical mailing list - joe trussell
  Wed, 30 Nov 2005 19:56:07 +0000
  ...panels and front >>seats, >>the pop-top is perfect (except for some mold on the inside) and the >>canvas >>was in good shape, too...
• FS 86 camper $1000 in cleveland, oh?
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 25 Mar 2004 20:15:21 -0600
  ...Pop top with canvas that has some holes from rotting; about 12 - 14 inches on each side.. No fridge. Very little rust. Interior is...
• Re: Cheapest fuel pump I've ever seen
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:09:57 -0700
  Not to forget my recent pop-top canvas purchase that I returned to the seller after I could'nt get it to fit, and...
• Re: Looking for late '80s Westfalia in LA area
  Historical mailing list - Lund
  Mon, 22 Jul 1996 23:37:27 -0700 (PDT)
  ...Sleeps 4 with the pop-top, skylight, canvas is in good shape. Seats are fair, exterior browish grey is excellent. 4 speed, power steering...
• Survey-Your favorite Vanagon accessories
  Historical mailing list - Alan Ruffalo
  Wed, 31 Jan 2001 18:07:08 -0800
  ...at Target Stores for $9.95 that clamp on the pop top canvas with an outside magnet and the light lines up inside the...
• Re: Pop top bar, can be bent
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 19 Jul 2022 11:38:27 -0400
  ...I recently noticed the > >> bolt was missing on the right side of the pop top bar that goes left to > >> right. I put it...
• Help with poptop seal, ASI Syncro
  Historical mailing list - Lee Peterson
  Wed, 6 May 2009 13:04:41 -0700
  Hello all, I recently acquired a pop top assembly from an 83 ASI Riviera Vanagon Camper with the intention of installing it on my...
• FREE '81 pop-top assembly
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Fri, 6 Jul 2001 11:36:00 -0400
  ...It has a poptop with canvas in fair condition (hey it's better than Dolan's.) The upper cushions were mint as well until...
• Re: pop top painting finished
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Thu, 9 Jun 2011 11:33:04 -0500
  ...But when the day comes that I remove it to replace the canvas, I would like to insulate the top from sun, road noise...
• Re: Cleaning pop top flocking?
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sun, 7 Jun 2015 21:00:43 -0500
  ...A tiny bit of mould, also on the canvas. I >>>> guess something with bleach will be necessary but I hope it doesn't >>>> discolour...
• how to testy the westy???
  Historical mailing list - Julio T.
  Fri, 23 Apr 1999 00:13:18 -0700
  ...the pop top, and keep it open. What should I look for as far as camping equipment goes, for example if the canvas looks...
• Still FS: 89 Syncro Westy - Price reduced
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Mon, 14 May 2001 09:15:58 -0700
  ...The pop top canvas is clean without rips or tears. The mosquito screen on the pop-top needs to be repaired. The body is...
• e-bay Euro
  Historical mailing list - Todd Kaderabek
  Thu, 9 Mar 2000 14:49:25 -0500
  ...Pop Top Westfailia. White with grey cloth. No rust. The interior looks brand new. All the curtains and screens are in excellent condition. Canvas...
• Re: questions from a Vanagon novice
  Historical mailing list - pete owsianowski
  Sun, 22 Feb 2004 12:14:04 -0500
  ...expect to be able to run off a > second battery? > > - Pop-top canvas. Mine is in okay condition, not too beat up. I was...
• Mechanics findings with 91 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Dale Goodvin
  Mon, 18 Mar 2002 11:40:41 -0800
  ...Very nice interior, camping appliances in excellent and very clean condition, pop-top canvas in excellent condition. Van is a 91, auto transmission, air...
• Re: Can The Fuzz Inside Westy Pop-Top Be Easily Removed??(fish)
  Historical mailing list - John Tomljenovic
  Sun, 4 Aug 2002 16:11:52 -0400
  ...Since you have everything dissasembled, use the money saved from refinishing the roof and buy new canvas. You earned some side windows! This is...
• Re: Anyone know of a good Westy LED ceiling light they like?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 20 Oct 2020 11:23:02 -0400
  ...And full perimeter strip on pop top just above where the canvas joins top. > > All are individually switched and dimmed. > > Alistair > > > >> On Oct 19...
• Re: sounds like a go-cart
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 12 Jun 2002 12:14:24 -0500
  ...lump. >Her next expenditure is going to be on a Pop-Top canvas and that is one >job I'd only do for myself...
• Re: KYB Shocks wont fit(rear).....Grind em down?
  Historical mailing list - Tim
  Sun, 21 Apr 2002 16:24:26 -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...
• Re: Pop Top Wood Frame Damage. PIC
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:46:05 -0700
  ...privileges posting so much! > > This is regarding an older staple style canvas. > > This image shows damaged filler between the wood frame and fibre glass...
• Re: 87 camper for sale, San Francisco area, $3200. yup.
  Historical mailing list - Otmar Ebenhoech
  Sun, 18 Jul 1999 00:59:01 -0700
  ...Pop top canvas is great, needs seal and has moderate mildew on inside of top and bed. Has an awning that interferes with closing...
• talk me outta this...
  Historical mailing list - Dave Black
  Tue, 4 Apr 1995 13:27:07 -0600 (MDT)
  ...list could get a very clean, '71 pop-top Westfalia, with a new (refurbished) top, new canvas, new tires, not much rust (CA car...
• Re: Water entry ?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Tue, 14 Jul 2015 10:52:55 -0700
  ...VW used something similar but white under the top bolts and hinge bolts, and under the canvas to seal the roof ridge edges. You...
• FS: 85 GL Westy, $7000 Rebuilt engine and trans.
  Historical mailing list - Vince P.
  Mon, 24 Apr 2000 17:03:30 -0700
  ...removable 5th seat Sink/stove/fridge all work great Pop top seal and canvas in good shape Power steering, power brakes, rear def. and...
• Re: Pop top weight
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 30 Mar 2006 14:33:12 -0800
  ...This is the 2 fiberglass sections, legs, mounts, hinges, > >>> canvas. > >>> The total was close to 135 lbs. This did not include any upper > >>> bed...
• Pop top bed weight
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 30 Mar 2006 14:14:02 -0800
  ...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: Ever added up your receipts?
  Historical mailing list - Neil2
  Tue, 15 Mar 2016 14:54:30 -0700
  ...everything else from wheels and tires to pop top restoration > with > > > computer matched automotive paint, canvas, SS fasteners, and seals. Now > > the > > > heads leak...
• FS: 1981 VW Vanagon Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Larry Frank
  Sun, 25 Sep 2005 17:55:14 +0000
  ...The canvas is in good shape, with just a couple of very small tears. Previous owner replaced the brakes on all 4 wheels as...
• 'Nuther 'NutherBus
  Historical mailing list - Rodney Kindlund
  Wed, 3 Jul 2002 16:12:14 -0700
  ...I will have to replace the canvas on the pop-top, the rear hatch seal, and windshield. It is good to have the '84...
• Re: Installing a pop-top on a non-pop top EASY ??? IN ONE WEEDEND ??
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Thu, 21 Oct 2004 15:03:51 -0700
  ...Installing a pop-top on a non-pop top EASY ??? IN ONE WEEDEND ?? > Doug, I have done a few of these now. I put...
• LiMBO want ads ...
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 06 Apr 96 20:14:08 CST
  ...1973 Westfalia pop-top, minor rust, needs work. $1400/trade. call Chris (603) 239-6839 (NH) 1967 Deluxe with sunroof. blue and white, walk...
• Re: Poptop rainfly
  Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
  Mon, 4 Feb 2008 18:57:24 -0800
  ...The flash was so close that I could feel the white heat through the canvas on the pop-top and it felt like I...
• Re: KYB Shocks Wont Fit(rear).....Grind em down?
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Sun, 21 Apr 2002 16:34:37 -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...
• Seeking PopTop Details
  Historical mailing list - Anonymous Digest
  Tue, 31 Jan 2006 11:22:39 -0700
  ...Beyond getting the gumption to cut open my van roof <g> there is the obvious problem of getting a pop top in the first...
• Re: POPTOP YOUR RIDE.. Re: Installing a pop-top on a non-pop top EASY
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Fri, 22 Oct 2004 13:29:38 -0700
  ...May we keep the canvas makers like Bus Depot busy keeping us in new canvas with all the pop top rigs on the road...
• Re: Ever added up your receipts?
  Historical mailing list - Jason
  Mon, 14 Mar 2016 19:35:21 -0400
  ...everything else from wheels and tires to pop top restoration with > > computer matched automotive paint, canvas, SS fasteners, and seals. Now > the > > heads leak...
• Found these For Sale in Rochester, NY
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Wed, 9 Feb 2000 12:49:22 -0600
  ...I do not know if they work, good pop-top seals, no rips in canvas. Asking $5995. Impression: looks like a good bus if...
• Wannabus seeks advice (semi-long)
  Historical mailing list - Dave Backe
  Thu, 08 Feb 96 07:28:22 -0700
  ...Pop-top seal is missing, but canvas looks very good. Muffler is missing. Auxilliary gas heater works. Looks like there may be minor oil...
• Re: TiiCo Oddity - I guess that's me!
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Fri, 26 Apr 2002 12:08:54 -0700
  ...Nice Pop Top/Canvas. Sony Stereo. Could be perfect for a conversion project-Tiico? Subaru? ***60' Morris Mini1340CC(Also for sale) --- Hermann the German...
• Re: Time to think about winter
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Mon, 30 Jul 2007 06:36:59 EDT
  ...Mind you I do have a my _Vanagon Westfalia Poptop Insulation_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/cover.jpg) for the pop-top canvas installed...
• Re: What's the strangest think you've found in a "new" Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Joy Hecht
  Sun, 17 Aug 2008 13:38:46 -0230
  ...Took me back to when my own daughters were > little tykes and doing the same thing on "secret canvases" of their > choosing. > > bob > '87...
• Immaculate '76 Westy For Sale in PA
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 Jun 1996 23:22:51
  ...tables, rear mosquito screen, front windshield curtain, both manuals, etc.) POP TOP CANVAS is perfect. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. I was surprised how well this camper...
• 84 Wesfalia for Sale
  Historical mailing list - Monk Bill
  Sat, 29 Aug 1998 19:37:49 EDT
  ...New E-Brake cables,pads, and shoes New CV joints and boots New gaskets on pop-top,luggage rack and vent. New intake boot...
• Re: Bear Attacks Camper NVC
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 23 Jan 2009 20:49:54 -0600
  ...Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@GMAIL.COM> >>> >>>> Check these out! Something to think about in your pop-top. >>>> http://picasaweb.google.com/sandwichhead/BearAttack?authkey=qGobsHitGWo...
• '82 diesel westfalia - $1200/obo
  Historical mailing list - MOST,DAVID
  Sat, 1 Jan 2000 17:48:00 -0800
  ...pop-top in good shape including canvas all locks work including glove compartment swivel seats work cheap am/fm cassette stereo wipers, lights, cabin...
• Fiamma Awning Review (longish)
  Historical mailing list - Don Record
  Sat, 20 May 2000 17:12:41 EDT
  ...The brackets are constructed of a heavy gauge steel, are three inches wide, and tuck the awning neatly beside the pop-top. I ordered...
• Re: Sirius radio antenna for Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Sat, 8 Mar 2008 14:35:39 -0500
  ...I ran the wire under the pop top canvas and then behind the interior panels around to the front of the van. It was...
• Re: Cleaning pop top flocking?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Mon, 8 Jun 2015 11:34:50 -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...