Date: Fri, 29 Dec 2023 17:51:21 -0800
Reply-To: Alistair Bell <ragnarhairybreeks@ICLOUD.COM>
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From: Alistair Bell <ragnarhairybreeks@ICLOUD.COM>
Subject: Re: Great Vanagon Alternative
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Richard,
Yeah maybe… but the interior will be less space. Yoko want a pop top,you will, or a hi top.
The JDM delicas etc around here look great, not that’s what you’re talking about. Look great but they are narrower and that hurts for camping comfort.
I don’t know what the real alternative for van is. If you don’t want van but still camping then a taco with camper be best
Cheers
Ab
> On Dec 26, 2023, at 5:35 PM, Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
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> Excellent post, Rob. And for sure, if I get pissed off enough, I am going to buy me one of those Toyota Sierras. I will strip it, build wonderful camping interior. The motor and tranny will be strong; the A/C will work, also the radiator. It readily fits into my small garage. It will climb mountains; it will be bug free and yet have superb camping ventilation. It will have cooking facilities. It will have a hot shower system. It will have a giant bed. Even room to entertain 4 people. And...very important...if I have a breakdown, I can find parts in AnyTown USA. I still love my Vanagon.....but if I get pissed off enough....hold on folks!
>
> On Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 05:17:01 PM PST, Rob <vwrobb@gmail.com> wrote:
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> Not to say anything bad about the Vanagon...
> http://thegroveguy.blogspot.com/2011/06/toyota-sienna-van-conversion.html
>
>
> Rob
> vwrobb@gmail.com
>
>> On Tue, Dec 26, 2023 at 7:31 PM Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
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>> My Vanagon is crumpled; I am hoping it will get fixed. It's got a super duper Subie 2.2 motor, a new transmission, SS coolant pipes & new radiator. It's got Garmin GPS; hidden fuel pump cutoff switch; all wheel bearings and brakes are top notch; oh yeah, cruise control. And I've rigged up a plywood panel for 5000 BTU cooling in summer; and I've got a Mr Heater Buddy for heating in Winter. And yes, it's a Tintop...with huge bed...the only way I roll. Simple Butane one burner stove; plastic ice chest. Laptop provides communication and entertainment.
>>
>> Years back, I posed the question? What after Vanagon?
>> The answer: Toyota Sienna van.
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>> Why? I own a 2004 Toyota Highlander, 152K miles, excellent. The Toyota Camry and the Sienna and the Highlander all share essential components. And they made millions of them. Millions.
>> For sure.....I am trying to get my Vanagon rig fixed. After a T-Bone, it's been difficult. But folks, always have Plan B. And yes....I could nicely transform a Toyota Sienna Van into a very accomplished ride. All it takes is some plywood, foam, fabric... I know how to do this. Last resort..preference is my Tintop Vanagon.
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