Date:         Wed, 24 Jul 2002 11:39:29 -0400
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From:         Bob Johnson <scsibus@TEAMSIGNAL.COM>
Subject:      Question about Syncro models
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Posting to unfamliar territory here...I have a 78 Westy but am interested
in crossing over to the dark, H2O cooled side.

I was wondering if VW ever built a Syncro that had a pop-top but no
stove/fridge unit.  I've seen evidence of this at vanagon.com where it
lists 1/2 campers made in 86 and 87 but I've never seen one or heard of one
for sale.

The 78 Westy that I have is great but the stove/fridge/cabinet takes up way
too much room.  I don't want to remove it because it all works and removing
it would devalue the vehicle.  I've been considering selling/trading it for
a Syncro but I still want a pop-top for sleeping.

So, what are the options?  Buy a full Westy Syncro and remove the kitchen
equipment?  (Yikes!  Expensive)  But a regular Syncro, a trashed Westy and
a Sawzall?  (and Band-aids no doubt)  Hunt for the elusive 1/2 camper
Syncro?

Thanks for any input.

Bob J.
78 Westy
Springfield, VA