Monday, June 15, 2009

1966 VW Poptop Renovation - 3rd Stage

All new hand made curtains to match the paint were made and installed. Included with the van for sale is a picnic basket of the same vintage and a VW tent that I have never used. Also included is a child's cot and rear screen.






























The brakes were completely rebuilt wiwth new master, 6 wheel cylinders, drums turned, new bearings and seals, axle boots. Most parts are German. The brake hoses and shoes were replaced.




















































































Four new tires from Sam's club were put on freshly painted rims. 205R14 BF Goodrich KYB. Gas adjust shocks on the rear and a new battery.








































































































































































































































Sunday, June 14, 2009

1966 Poptop Renovation - Stage 3


The Baltic birch 1/8" plywood headliner and side panels were were replaced with new tung oiled ones. A new canvas with three (3) screens was installed with new rubber latches. The front seats were reupholstered and new seat belts installed. The bed and middle seat have new upholstery and have been reconditioned. All new rubbers were installed in the doors and fixed windows. The van has never had a radio. And, it was converted to 12 volt except for the wiper motor.














































































1966 VW Poptop Renovation - Stage 2


The van was hauled to Pueblo, Colorado for the professional paint job. While the van was in the paint shop, all the jalousied windows were completely taken apart and glass beaded, painted and re-assembled.