Hey Debra,

I was there last night also in my '69 Pop-Top (left the 81 at home). How did
you like the show? We were talking awhile ago about getting together
"en-masse" at a Padre's game. Instead of trying to plan a particular day
(which would be fun also), why don't we pick a spot (letter) where we park
whenever we go to a game. That way we always bump into each other. Last
night we were in B2 all the way at the back by the trees. It was really a
nice spot.

I didn't see the Starbucks van (or yours), but in answer to your canvas
problem, if the canvas ripped because it was dry rotted, you probably can't
fix it very securely. If that is the case, some duct or packing tape is
probably your best bet. If the canvas is just ripped in one spot, or the
stiching just pulled away from the zipper backing, an upholstery shop should
be able to fix it fairly cheaply. Here in San Diego there are hundreds that
do a great job. The closer you get to the border, the better.

Good Luck,

Ward

(still a Padre's fan)

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM]On Behalf
Of Debra Clark
Sent: Saturday, June 01, 2002 8:43 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Pop top canvas repair

While tail-gating at Qualcomm stadium last night before the Padres game
(don't ask!) and the Sky show (fireworks) to follow, I popped the top and
when I attempted to unzip the screen the pulling action ripped the canvas
just above.  Having already spent a lot on our relatively, newly acquired
Vanagon, are there any recommendations for repairing the canvas to get me
through this summer?  I checked the archives and there were only mentions of
screen repairs.  Also, what to use to make the zipper open more easily and
smoother.  (Anyone try beeswax from a fabric store?)\

We had a great time last night and everyone loved our Vanagon.  "Starbucks"
coffee was there giving away free samples all night out of a Eurovan w/
pop-top.  The crew said they loved it.  (The Eurovan)  It had a cool paint
job.

Debra Clark
Santee, California
clark10006@cox.net