Last weekend while camping in my 89 westy in the rain, I started wondering about fabricating some sort of side window mini-awning / rain deflector that would allow me to open the sliding side windows above the sink and the sliding door while it was raining without worrying about the water coming inside the van. I was wondering if anyone on the list has come up with a neat idea on a quick on/off non-permanent attachment that works for them. One VW friend of mine mentioned that he justs fastens a quick-and-easy awning out of thin foil whenever he needs one and molds it on to the window seal. Anybody have any better ideas? I was also wondering if it is possible to replace the 80s-era sliding side windows with the 70s-era bus hand-crank split window. Anybody tried this? This seems like a nice "always available" option that would allow me to keep the vents cranked open in the rain. All ideas appreciated, Steve 89 Westy |
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