--- Fran�ois_              V�zina <fvezina@sfu.ca>
wrote:
> Hi all
>
> Another set of questions from a new westy owner
>
> Question 1: What is the best stuff to clean the
> canvas on the pop
> top. My 81 vas has some black stripes made by the
> pop top seals. I
> want to clean it carefully and then put some
> waterproof treatment.

When my wife spilled some hot chocolate on the inside
of the poptop, I was successful in removing it with a
Clorox "Cleanup."  It doesn't have bleach in it. Next
time I'm going to use dishwashing soap and water,
however.

>
> Question 2: How can i treat the canvas to make it
> waterproof? is the
> wax based spray sold by Canadian Tire (or others)
> good? Am I gonna
> regreat putting this stuff?

I would be very leery of treating with any product.
My canvas has endured for 16 years with no treatment.
I believe the trick to keeping it clean and mold-free
is to dry thoroughly after use by leaving it in the
sun.  This is tricky in Oregon, but once in a while,
it's possible.
>
> Question 3: When I plug the city water hose on the
> van (faucet
> closed) I see water dripping from the inside of the
> van side wall
> (over the gaz tank) is this normal?

I have read on the list, and I agree, that it is
probably best not to use the city water, as the system
is not designed to handle the pressure.  Some have
recommended using a pressure regulator designed for
RV's.  I have found it easier to use the tank. 10
gallons goes a long way, and it keeps the water out of
the cabinets and the back of the fridge where it's
hard to clean up and could do damage.

Houston
'84 westfalia, "morrison"

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