Actually I just (today) had my windows tinted by California Tint (in Tysons Corner Va, near Wash).

 They did a great job and didn't need to take the closet out.  BTW it cost $300.  We actually think it is cooler in the sun..maybe..

--peace--
    stu
MZ MAGIC, '91 Westy

On Sat, 8 Jun 2002 18:21:23 -0400, Automatic digest processor wrote:

>Date:    Sat, 8 Jun 2002 15:50:41 -0500
>From:    Marshall <mjruskin@SHAW.CA>
>Subject: Re: Westy Closet Removal
>
>Hi Terry:
>
>I have read on the list that this isn't required, there's good work-around:
>
>The closet panel facing the window is attached by staples (or so I read -
>CYA principle in action here).
>
>The idea is to remove the interfering closet panel, rather than the whole
>unit.
>
>This provides satisfactory access to the window. Reattach panel when done.
>
>Marshall Ruskin
>84 Westy
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "Terry K." <CTONLINE@WEBTV.NET>
>To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
>Sent: Friday, June 07, 2002 11:11 AM
>Subject: Westy Closet Removal
>
>
>> Just a quick question---
>>
>> Can the rear closet be removed, without disturbing, or removing the
>> overhead Ac evaporator / housing?
>>
>> It's time for the widow tint mambo---and the closet has to come out----
>>
>> I just want to know before I get hit in the knoggen, as I take the
>> closet out---
>>
>> Thanks