I apologize if these issue has already been addressed on this list (I'm
a newcomer).  

1. I saw a picture of a tent attached to a '72 Westy at www.vanagon.com,
and I wondered if this was an original item, and if so, what model years
it came with.  Are they still available, and would they fit a '75?

2. Has anyone shipped their bus to Europe (or other overseas
destination) in order to travel in it, and then bring it back.  I wonder
if this would be cost-effective for a long-term trip (i.e. 6 months or
more).  Also, are there regulations/permits that must be adhered to????

alex araujo
aaraujo@nesbittburns.com

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>From: 	Araujo, Alex[SMTP:AAraujo@NesbittBurns.com]
>Sent: 	Thursday, June 19, 1997 5:10 AM
>To: 	Multiple recipients of list
>Subject: 	RE: Canvas awnings?
>
>I had a fire in my '75 Westy two summers ago, and the pop-top canvas had
>to be replaced.  After pricing new (and used) ones, I decided to have
>one made.  A shop here in Toronto that makes boat covers made one for me
>for $500 Cdn (about $350 U.S.) with double stitching, extra side
>windows, removable velcro bug screens, etc, etc..  They made it out of
>the same heavy-duty canvas that they make boat covers out of, and not
>only is it waterproof, but they tell me it's mould-proof as well.  I
>thought about having the cover made out of tent fabric (more
>lightweight), but thought the canvas would stand up better over the long
>haul.   Just wanted to highlight this as an attractive option (and a
>low-cost one at that!)
>
>Alex Araujo
>aaraujo@nesbittburns.com
>
>
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>>From: 	Bob Hufford[SMTP:bhufford@mail.orion.org]
>>Sent: 	Thursday, June 19, 1997 4:49 AM
>>To: 	Multiple recipients of list
>>Subject: 	Canvas awnings?
>>
>>A buddy of mine is in the market for a new (not vintage) canvas awning to
>>fit his '77 Westy.  Any feedback on brands, distributors, etc. is welcome.
>>
>>Help me help this man ...
>>
>>Bob Hufford
>>Transporter Search & Rescue
>>bhufford@mail.orion.org
>>
>>
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