Date:         Mon, 29 Aug 2005 21:56:04 -0700
Reply-To:     Keith Ovregaard <kovregaard@COMCAST.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Keith Ovregaard <kovregaard@COMCAST.NET>
Subject:      Re: New Owner ... Pop Top Question
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I just bought a new poptop canvas from Volkscafe and installed it a few
weeks ago. At first I thought the canvas material (like the original)
would be fine, but went with acrylic because it will not mildew or rot.
Supposed to be waterproof, too. Have not tried it in the rain though.
Paid a bit more, but should last longer. It was about a 6 hour job that
I managed to do without help. The instructions suggest removing the
whole top, but I chose to leave the top on to get the right tension.
The fit was less than perfect and some trimming at the top was done.
The back was a bit too tight, but I was able to get the screws in with
some effort. It was a pain, but worth the effort. The 3 window is very
nice! I think it is made by the same manufacturer as what GoWesty
sells. I have had good experiences with both Volkscafe and GoWesty, by
the way.
Good luck and take your time.

Keith Ovregaard
84 Westy "Brownie" Solar Charged Camper (FOR SALE: see the ad on CL:
<http://www.craigslist.org/nby/car/94226237.html>
90 Westy Syncro (No name yet for the pastel white box)




Date:    Mon, 29 Aug 2005 22:15:04 -0500
> From:    Sam Stone <svs3@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
> Subject: New Owner ... Pop Top Question
>
> Hi,
> Just bought a '85 Westy. It needs a new pop top canvas. Seen, on-line,
> the ones offered by Go Westy and Bus Depot. What are difference bewteen
> the materials - Cotton vs. Help Blend vs. Sunbrella(sp?)? What, if any
> are the differences in quality between Go Westy and BD? Are there any
> other good sources?
>
> Thanks,
> Sam Stone
> Austin, TX