Date: Sat, 15 Apr 2000 19:51:46 -0700
Reply-To: Jeanne Maly <traveller57@CABLEONE.NET>
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From: Jeanne Maly <traveller57@CABLEONE.NET>
Subject: Re: Extra storage (for all vanagons) WAS: Lockable Cover for the
Westy...
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Steve,
I think this is a terrific idea. In fact, my plans for the spare tire were all
wet, anyway. I just measured my spare and it wouldn't fit in either the roof
rack nor the hitch mounted cargo box. Guess I'll go look at tire carriers
again.
Jeanne
----- Original Message -----
From: <stevef1@ALTAVISTA.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Saturday, April 15, 2000 12:38 PM
Subject: Extra storage (for all vanagons) WAS: Lockable Cover for the Westy...
> Hi all,
>
> I've had an idea for extra storage for a while now, and even though I haven't
built this yet, I think it could be done reasonably easily.
>
> The idea is to utilize the space between the frame rail and the outer (lower)
edge of the body by making a cover that is hinged at the bottom edge of the
frame rail and latches under the sliding door. The cover could be made of sheet
metal or aluminum, and the latch could be the same type used on the outer
compartments of utility (e.g. electric company) trucks. Once you see one you'll
know what I mean. I have seen them with or without locks.
>
> In a non Westie, one could be built on both sides.
>
> The compartment would be moderately sized, but could get jacks, tents, spare
parts, tools, possibly even a small grill out of the interior storage space.
>
> This doesn't speak directly to the spare tire problem, but may allow a rear
hitch mounted box to be jettisoned in favor of a rear spare tire mount.
>
> The security of the design depends on exactly how it is executed, but it does
have the advantage of being a stealthy installation. Painted flat black or dark
grey, it probably won't be noticed by the majority of passers-by.
>
> Those of you who really bash around your syncros may want to think twice about
this, and for goodness sake, don't keep your hi-lift or any other recovery tools
down there! <g>
>
> Hope this helps someone.
>
>
> -Steve
> 90 Syncro Westy
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