I've seen rear tents in Canadian Tire catalogues, shown for the mini-van
types.  You might try the rear 'shower-cap' design that fits over the lips of the
rear weather striping, not a 'tent' but lets air in/out.  I plan to make a 'tent'
from rip-stop nylon to hang from an open rear lid.  good luck,  Malcolm S

Brad wrote:

> It must be camping season again...
> Has anyone seen or owned a tent that covers the rear hatch area when the
> door is open? I've seen these offered for SUV's, but when I called the
> manufacturer they weren't even sure what a Vanagon was. Also, any tried
> and true designs for building window screens to cover the side (sliding)
> windows? Any suggestions are appreciated, just don't tell me to trade up
> to a Westy! >       [Brad Anderson] >       87 Vanagon Syncro
>