[tcb] Re: DC questions
- From: Julie <julie.hey.ho.lets.go@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: "tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx" <tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:32:11 -0500
Okey dokey. Thanks.
As for any height issue I figure the garage is the one with the problem, not
the DC, but I don't see things logically.
On Sep 19, 2012, at 2:25 PM, sammie smith <bugcollections@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> All the old lens are crazed and cracked. The new clear lens (which is the
> correct one, not the amber) look good. Let me know what you need. Or shoot
> a picture of what you have.
>
> From: Julie <julie.hey.ho.lets.go@xxxxxxxxx>
> To: "tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx" <tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Wed, September 19, 2012 1:06:28 PM
> Subject: [tcb] Re: DC questions
>
> I know I have both metal housings. I think I need at least one bulb holder
> and I need 2 lens. But I will inspect this more carefully to be sure. I
> don't really know this for sure but I am thinking the new lenses don't look
> as awesome as the old ones especially on an old looking VW but I could be
> wrong.
>
>
>
> On Sep 19, 2012, at 11:22 AM, sammie smith <bugcollections@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> wrote:
>
>> Julie: Been there and done that with the "tilt." That's what the canopy
>> over the bed is called. There is a guy somewhere on the west coast that is
>> repoping the hoops (the things that hold the tilt up) and there is a firm
>> somewhere on the west coast that is repoping the tilt. My memory says that
>> the hoops are about $1,000 and the tilt is about $2,000. Looked on the
>> Samba trying to find them and couldn't. Have their names around somewhere;
>> but if you call Ronnie at Bustorations or one of your friends at WW they
>> should be able to give you the contact info.
>>
>> As to actually having a tilt: Well, they are not very practical if you have
>> an original type one. It's only canvas and it will fade, wear and get
>> mildew from exposure to the elements. It also sticks up about 15"-18" above
>> the roof line and makes driving into low clearances, such as a garage very
>> difficult. When I had mine I would have to take it all off, including the
>> hoops to put it in the garage and then reinstall all of it to take it out
>> for a show. Some owners have built a canopy that is just at the roof height
>> of the bus and made the material out of some sort of vinyl that is weather
>> proof. Not original at all but looks good and is practical.
>>
>> As to the bullet turn signals: what parts do you need? I have one complete
>> one for the drivers side and one other bulb holder. Also several of the
>> metal housings for both sides. Reproduction lens are available from WW at a
>> reasonable price. Basically I have enough for two complete bullets for each
>> side except for the lens. That of course does not include the part that is
>> actually a part of the bus nose. I'll sell them to you at a fair price; but
>> first I need to know what you need.
>>
>> From: Julie <julie.hey.ho.lets.go@xxxxxxxxx>
>> To: tcb@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> Sent: Wed, September 19, 2012 9:08:28 AM
>> Subject: [tcb] DC questions
>>
>> I think Sonne (my '60 Doublecab) is going to be getting some loving.
>>
>> I know nothing about the hoops and canvas so if there is anybody out there
>> that has dealt with them, please can I pick your brain? Like who makes the
>> best ones out there? Are they a pain to take on and off? How awkward are
>> they to drive with? I am thinking I want one which looks amazing but I also
>> want one that can survive whatever Mother Nature can throw at it while out
>> on an extended road trip so maybe I need two - a cool one and one that can
>> survive a hurricane? It would be amazing if there was one designed that
>> could be used at different heights. I imagine it is easier to drive when
>> the canvas is the same height as the roof but then way better looking and
>> much more spacious when the canvas is higher than the roof. If I have to
>> choose one it will be higher.
>>
>> And when a VW has a bad ass patina on it, is there a way to preserve it so
>> rust doesn't grow but yet not give it a shiny look?
>>
>> Anyone have some bullet turn signals and little round tail lights for sale?
>>
>> Thanks for any advice
>>
>> Julie
>>
>>
>>
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