After many years of debate (and arguments with my wife) I've decided to
convert my '80 westy into a high roof. I simply can't deny the form follows
function theory any longer. I saw the nicest conversion yesterday at my local
VW dealer, but as is most often the case, I couldn't find any I.D. regarding
the manufacturer...SO, Anyone who has any knowledge, experience, opinions,
ANYTHING to say about these unique conversions, please let me know. I'm really
interested in knowing where I can find one that is designed for a vanagon
(I've seen quite a few duct tape/silicone chop jobs and have no interest in
turning my best friend into a frankenstein!) The one I saw yesterday fit
perfectly, the tailgate and windshield angles lined up perfectly with the top-
looked great. The upper inside didn't look like it was intended to be a
bed...just storage, but could probably go either way. I don't want anything
too tall, and it has to have at least a couple small windows and a vent in the
roof. I live in Colorado and would be willing to travel a reasonable distance,
or find a way to have it shipped if anyone just so happens to have one lying
around? salvage yards? (are there any vw salvage yard owners on the list??)
Any prob's I might encounter w/ this conversion? Come one, come all -I need
info...Any high roof VWclubs in the U.S.? Any interest in forming one? I've
got a local van conversion place in town, but they don't seem to interested in
working on a "hippy van". Any info would be much appreciated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
T.I.A.
M&MBITNER
Ft. Collins, CO.
'80 Westy(soon to be conversion)
'72 Bus
'93 Passat GLX Wagon
'86 Subaru