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by chrispow01
13 Dec 2014, 10:49
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Sliding Window Seals...Info request
Replies: 7
Views: 3530

Re: Sliding Window Seals...Info request

your factory glazed and just check that the orifice is the same on slider and fixed side, as for the ally frame yes i fit these ok same if you have the plastic vents on the rear 1/4,s they are a bit thinner then the glass, no issues as said if you fo down the trimmed route then thats about £130 jus...
by chrispow01
12 Dec 2014, 14:45
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Sliding Window Seals...Info request
Replies: 7
Views: 3530

Re: Sliding Window Seals...Info request

Thanks Mike/Fairwynds.. I like the sound of the Veewib ones so was gonna go for them....C&C are doing this bundle at the moment for £125: http://www.customandcommercial.com/vw-type_25/window_parts/german_window_seals/german_quality_window_seal_kit_with_moulded_corners_80-91_4299/ (without trim) ...
by chrispow01
12 Dec 2014, 10:56
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Sliding Window Seals...Info request
Replies: 7
Views: 3530

Sliding Window Seals...Info request

Hi everyone, Would like to pick your brains again ref sliding side window seals before ordering. I'm looking to replace my window seals on my 1990 westy, the chrome trim type. I've been looking at the bundle kits which supply front, rear, side middle and rear window seals, 6 in total. I called one s...
by chrispow01
21 Nov 2014, 07:23
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD
Replies: 12
Views: 4211

Re: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD

boatbuilder wrote:Been there done that with warping the panels. Filler is now your friend. :rofl

Ha ha.. :) glad I'm not the only one...
by chrispow01
17 Nov 2014, 20:29
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD
Replies: 12
Views: 4211

Re: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD

Thanks for that mm, I'll take your advice on the tacks. Unfortunately I cant roll a side or know anyone who can. This is purely a hobby, a roller coaster one of highs and lows of which I am currently at a low :lol: I shall crack on however... :ok
by chrispow01
17 Nov 2014, 19:32
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD
Replies: 12
Views: 4211

Re: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD

Heres a pic of what I cut out which turns out was more than I had to: http://i1140.photobucket.com/albums/n565/chrispow01/IMAG1523_zpscb527d9c.jpg Heres a pic of where I got to: [img http://i1140.photobucket.com/albums/n565/chrispow01/Vanagon%20Pictures/IMAG1604_zpshw5g56ij.jpg ][/img] Was doing ok ...
by chrispow01
17 Nov 2014, 07:13
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD
Replies: 12
Views: 4211

Re: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD

Thanks guys, I'll get some pics up tonight...
by chrispow01
16 Nov 2014, 06:16
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD
Replies: 12
Views: 4211

Re: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD

Sorry m8... Aidan...!
by chrispow01
15 Nov 2014, 21:41
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD
Replies: 12
Views: 4211

Replacement side panel (fridge one) LHD

Hi everyone, Having a mare sourcing a side panel for my bus. Its a 1990 Westy with a rotten fridge panel. I've seen the lower section available from most places but struggling to get the full panel up to the window height. I've seen a blog from an american guy with photo's showing the panel I need s...
by chrispow01
27 May 2014, 17:37
Forum: Campers
Topic: Pop top canvas thoughts..
Replies: 4
Views: 1621

Re: Pop top canvas thoughts..

Thanks Ralf/Keith,
Suppose its a case of you get what you pay for, mine is the one with the aluminium strips for fixings so will keep that in mind..
I like the three window type aswell so will probably go for that style..

Cheers for the input

Chris
by chrispow01
27 May 2014, 16:58
Forum: Campers
Topic: Pop top canvas thoughts..
Replies: 4
Views: 1621

Pop top canvas thoughts..

Hello all, Will soon be replacing my westy pop top canvas and was wondering how you guys have got on with the various replacements on the market. After a bit of trawling it seems they range from £180 to up to £400. It would be great to have the benefit of your experiences before laying out the hard ...
by chrispow01
25 Mar 2014, 20:05
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Replacement Interior panel material
Replies: 6
Views: 1736

Re: Replacement Interior panel material

Thanks for the replies chaps, Had another look today with the missus and decided to order the Gowesty beige one after all. I was sure it was a grey colour but looking again today it does look beige. Anyway, like I said, ordered that one and see how it is. If this is no good I'll give you a shout jac...
by chrispow01
25 Mar 2014, 18:53
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Thoughts on replacement panels
Replies: 0
Views: 1201

Thoughts on replacement panels

Hi everyone,

will be looking to purchase some replacement panels shortly and just wondered what experiences you guys have had with what's on offer out there. Cost, quality, availability and best overall supplier if there is one.

Your thoughts most welcome...

Chris
by chrispow01
25 Mar 2014, 07:52
Forum: Bodywork, Seats & Glass
Topic: Replacement Interior panel material
Replies: 6
Views: 1736

Re: Replacement Interior panel material

Hi all, Thanks to Jack, have sourced this from Gunzle: http://i1140.photobucket.com/albums/n565/chrispow01/Gunzlepostlining_zps0bf04ea9.jpg However at fifty euro's a m2 i want to make sure its the correct one, a tall order i know but hoping someone has ordered before and can confirm it matches a 199...