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Subject:Re: High Roof Freaks Unite!!!
From:Per Lindgren
Date:Thu, 19 Nov 1998 19:47:23 -0800

Of course, the stock VW high roof would be the best fit. I've seen them on the
parts fiche, I dont know the price, or if they are readily available, though.

PerL
88 Syncro

Mm Bitner wrote:

> 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