

| Subject: | Re: Sunroof Alternative |
| From: | Trina Lindal |
| Date: | Wed, 6 Jul 2005 16:13:06 -0700 |
That's pretty close to what I have, without the colored tabs on the latch. Can't remember any of the specifics about price/installation, though (it's about 6 years old and was hired out, at the same time as the window tinting job). My glass removal latches are at the hinge point, and there's no frame around the glass part. Replaced the OEM unit because my ex rested it on his head when closing the poptop (while fiddling with the canvas to make sure it wasn't going to stick out around the edges). The 10 year old plastic cracked under that much weight - I'm sure it's been done before! But, I feel confident (although it's a little uncomfortable) balancing this unit that way, and slowly lowering the top, having both hands free to pull the canvas in. For those of your worried about clearance... it's about nil added height with the glass closed. Open, and I've been warned with a gut-wrenching clunk from those hanging deals in front of low clearance garages, but no damage. This thing is great for stargazing on bug-free nights! The only time it has leaked is when I've left it open in the rain. Doh. The seal around the outer frame and the rubber around the glass still look perfect. /Trina '91 MV "Blue" -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf Of Jeffrey Vickers I thought I'd share my sunroof alternative to that cranky OEM unit that drove me nuts. http://vickersdesign.com/vanagon/sunroof_all.jpg
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