1967 cumulus white/sea blue SO?? westy

[velvetgreen]

the front cargo door looks like it hosted a pull out table at what time, the rear cargo door looks like it had a spice rack

here are the trim levels as per the tech section

A42 SO-42 Westfalia interior, no exterior fitments
B42 SO-42 Westfalia interior, pop-up top, side tent, and roof rack
C42 SO-42 Westfalia interior, pop-up top

[oakman]

[velvetgreen]

It is looking like a "C" SO42 but hard to tell given that the mcode makes no mention of it, so it is a bit of an educated guess based on the remenants that have been left behind. You could probably be legitimately upgarde to a "B" SO42 and nobody would be the wiser if you like roofracks and side tents. Then again those are not cheap items to find so might want to think twice about that

[crofty]

Always exceptions.

[AC Mack]

I think the riveted tent rails where early on ? My German delivered 1966 SO 42 ( M-plate) also has no A,B, or C 42 code. It does have the 523 code for Westfalia two tone paint though. Interesting the belly pans on this Bus. Great find!
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[Clara]

The 'big top' tent was typical for US sold SO-42s, IFAICT.

I'd expect a euro sold westy to have the 'earlier' tent mounts, the ones through the roof. That's usual for them. But whatever.

This is a no port code 1965 SO-42, with tent mounts typical for that style westy:

[oakman]

^^Thank you all for your replies! Does anyone know what type of fabric for the camping interior this bus should have? Mustard Vinyl or plaid fabric? It's going to be awhile before I get started on this bus, just want to know what i'll be needing so I can keep an eye out. Thanks

[srfndoc]

My guess would be the mustard yellow, especially since it's a 67. I've seen a few German delivered SO 42's that did have the plaid fabric but never a US SO 42.

Then again, Westfalia would do whatever you asked for so anything is possible.

Here's a 66 SO 42 with the fabric and early curtains.

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RPM=(MPH*336* (R&P*4th*1.26))/Tire Diameter in inches

[velvetgreen]

not sure if it came with plaif or vinyl seats- but if you are pricing out options that repro'ed plaid fabric is not for the faint of heart $$$$

[oakman]

[oakman]

I removed most of the orange 70's carpet to see what was under it. There was a plate covering this hole in the floor where the ice box would sit. It goes through the belly pan too.

Three screw holes in the floor look like a reciever for the table leg maybe?

Looks like an outlet was once here. Are they normally on the other side?

Reverse light made by Bosch.

Does anyone know what this piece goes to?

I couldn't keep myself from buffing out a little bit of the paint, it shines up nice.

[Big Bill]

That piece fits near the cargo door latch, i think.

[srfndoc]

Correct, it goes here and is often missing:

For a 67 Westy, the outlet would normally be on the drivers side long wall and prior to that is was on the drivers side corner (exactly opposite of where your's is).

Table leg receiver on floor:

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RPM=(MPH*336* (R&P*4th*1.26))/Tire Diameter in inches

[oakman]

^^ Thank you guys for your replies, it's much appreciated.

[Clara]

[Clara]

[oakman]

[oakman]

There is wood under the shag but i'm sure it was added later as it matches the rest of the custom 70's mods. At one time the whole wood headliner was covered in fabric that matched what is on the cab head-boards.

I figured out what this little piece was for, screw holes line up perfect.

[Clara]

[oakman]

I purchased my first piece of so 42 interior. I think it's a decent enough icebox for this bus. The top needs to be re-glued, the spout is missing and no water tank.

Only one problem with it, it's for a bench seat bus.

I'm quickly learning that these pieces are hard to find in nice shape. I figured since the top is already off it would make it easier to change out the side to a solid panel. I felt I had to get it anyway. Anyone have any spare veneer they would be willing to sell?