Date:         Fri, 14 Jun 2002 05:40:09 EDT
Reply-To:     BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM
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From:         Ben T <BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: WANTED: replacement interior
Comments: To: zenlunatic42@HOTMAIL.COM
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In a message dated 6/11/02 2:06:55 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
zenlunatic42@HOTMAIL.COM writes:

<<   I'm looking for either a
 weekender interior that allows the weekender bed, fold-out table, & 1 or,
 preferably, 2 rear-facing seats or a westy interior with as much of the
 westy stuff as possible, including pop-top (which I'm looking at separately
 & isn't necessary).  Anyone have in dark blue?  Thanks a bunch.
  >>

Andrew,

Where are you located? My parts guy here has the Weekender bench for sale.
Keep in mind that there are two types of folding bench/bed that people refer
to as "Weekender" benches.

The Vanagon GL Weekender & Carat Multivan bench/bed is about three inches
narrower than your typical 3-person rear bench. They are made narrower to
permit the use of the folding side table and it's related plastic panels.
This bench bolt in almost the same spot as the regular 3-person bench. Except
the upper and lower mounts get small box extensions to cover the gap allowed
for the side panels. They operate much like the regular benches.

Now the Wolfsburg Edition & Base Camper models which are assembled by
Westfalia are a different deal altogether. They are even narrower to
accommodate the side cabinetry. They also mount differently. The bench/bed
actually sits on a framework which is then bolted in the van. The side hinges
are very different. They also open way. To use this bench properly, you would
need the rear side cabinets.

Both bench/bed require the use of a cushion over the engine compartment. The
sizes again are different as the Westfalia models have a rear closet which
requires a narrower rear cushion.

I also have access to a complete poptop with good canvas. I gave it to a
buddy of mine. Now he is selling it. He also has a pair of folding and
removable jumpseats. Jumpseats generally only come in gray in the US. It's
either tweed or velour. The velour comes in diagonal or check pattern.

Hope that helps in your quest. Pmail me if you need further details.

BenT