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Date:         Fri, 31 Aug 2001 13:46:16 -0600
Reply-To:     Chuck Gale <cmgale@QWEST.NET>
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From:         Chuck Gale <cmgale@QWEST.NET>
Subject:      EV Weekender poptop help - strut removal
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I've installed a Yakima roof rack on my '01 EV Weekender. I'm certain that
when the rack is fully loaded with surfing/windsurfing gear, the struts will
not support the weight and hold the poptop open.


I've checked out the ingenious solution at
http://www.jps.net/shilohz/vanagonyakima.html  and would like to install
similar PVC strut supports in my poptop.


Problem: I can't figure out how to disconnect either end of the blasted
strut in order to sleeve the PVC over the strut. I've looked all over the
web for instructions to no avail.


Have any of you gurus ever removed the struts in a poptop? Is there a book
or manual that might show the trick for this procedure?


Thanks.


Chuck Gale
Colorado Springs
01 VW Eurovan MV -- Westy Weekender
Grew up in a 71 VW Westy Camper -- first car I ever drove!
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