Date:         Mon, 12 Nov 2001 18:04:20 -0800
Reply-To:     Joel Sell <jsell@PHILA.K12.PA.US>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Joel Sell <jsell@PHILA.K12.PA.US>
Subject:      NEW VANAGON!! and how do I clean the interior?
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Finally, after looking for what seemed to be an eternity, I found a Vanagon
in good condition that we could afford. Talked the POs down 500 smackers
and the deal was done. '91 Vanagon Carat Weekender, 150k miles, VW replaced
the heads 50K ago. Drove her 1 and 1/2 hours home and she performed
flawlessly. She needs a few things- muffler, antenna, armrests and a GOOD
cleaning. The PO used the van to haul plants around. I threw the back
cushion cover into the washer and it came out looking brand new (it went in
covered with huge stains), so I know the stains can come out, but I checked
the archives on cleaning, and didn't come up with much.
        Any suggestions?
I saw someone in the archives say that he removed the fabric from the seats
and laundered them, but I don't see my self removing fabric and what not.
Has anyone done this? Is it difficult?
        How about cleaning the plastic? Any cleaners to look for?
Although I've owned two buses before this one, the other two were
aircooled. They were fun to drive, and so is my Vanagon, but the Vanagon
sure is a step up. Heat, A/C, automatic, quiet ride...
Thanks,
Joel