I'm sure they would love these tips on the Type 2 List.

I must admit though. I would much read about this than merits of using
an AC in the portable outhouse I might have to rent for Van-O-Rama in
September.

Birch in a Vanagon does sound intriguing. Have an LT35 which can
benefit from that too.

BenT
MobMod

On Jun 9, 2010, at 1:31 PM, Caroline Cote <cotc03@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:

> Hi Mike,
>
> I've redone my entire camper interior in my split 66 back in 2006.
> I took apart the old interior and used it as a template before
> giving it away.
> I used a really nice birch plywood 1/2 or 5/8 for the cabinets and
> birch veneer 1/4 for the wall panels and ceiling.
>
>    Send
> I would recommend using a wider and more flexible material for the
> ceiling because :
> - it's hard to put up because of the curve top in a split (might
> crack a little)
> - and mostly because the ceiling is more than 4 foot wide : you have
> to work AGAINST the wood grain of a 4x8 veneer sheet to bend it.
>
> The birch veneer 1/4 I used was sold as 4x8, but I have seen
> airplane flexible birch veneer at the same shop that was sold in 5x5
> pieces, which would better the fit the ceiling. Moreover it was way
> more flexible. A little more pricey but If I had to redo my split
> again, I would indulge in the extra cost for a better finish.
>
> I'm not sure this would be a problem in a Vanagon since the roof is
> probably flatter.
>
> I bought my wood in a woodworking shop instead of a Home Improvement
> store (in Montreal, Quebec) - better quality : http://www.langevinforest.com/
>
> Here is my photo album for the making of my Camper interior (No need
> of a facebook account nor to be facebook friends to see it.) :
> http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=26687&id=829305112&l=9098284f55
>
> I presume one could replace the tapestry/wallpaper walls/ceiling
> panels of a vanagon in a similar fashion...
>
> Do not hesitate to ask if you have any question...
>
> Caroline
>
> PS : If you see me at Bus Fusion, please don't talk to me about my
> split, selling her is still fresh... Even If I love my Vester - my
> "new" Westy 88 ;)
>