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ajochum
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 Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 5:46 am Post subject: What style is my new camper? |
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I have just purchased a 1978 VW camper with the solid metal roof. I've tried to analyze the VIN and am having little luck on most of the VW VIN analysis sites. The number is 2382003479. Could someone shed some light on how the numbers break down?
Also, the vehicle is white with some stripes across it - 5 to be exact and they range from black to green and orange - and run the length of the sides. Are these original?
I've been searching to see if there is a conversion package to add or a pop-top that would appear original? I am assuming that the metal roof versions are not as desired. On the other hand, is originality a plus?
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dobryan
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pioneer1
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 7:31 am Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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all information for your question is on your M plate behind the drivers seat-
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/info/mcodest2.php
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danfromsyr
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 7:49 am Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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THIS http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1987829
PLUS alot of work, money and time
WILL convert your tintop into a poptop camper.
you can also convert it to a hightop if that may be your thing.
pop/high tops come around, but not often and not always complete and not always within easy driving distances.
you live in WNY, so when it's cold and snowing out, time to settle in here at the Bay forum and do some searching and reading.
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KentABQ 
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 7:57 am Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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Welcome to The Samba!
I'm sure you'll love your new bus. My first was a 1971 tintop Campmobile, and I wish I still had it. Since yours is a 1978, it's even better since it should have fuel injection.
Once you are able to decode the m-plate as pioneer1 shows, please post it here. Then the group will be able to give you more feedback. Also, be sure to include lots of pictures, including the engine, or you will hear lots of grumbling coming from them. Lol!
Edit... If you need help with the m-plate translation, just post a pic of the m-plate here, and we'll do it for you.
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ajochum
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 9:37 am Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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Hi guys - Thanks for the quick responses. Unfortunately, I have searched and searched behind the front driver's seat and can't find any plate telling the information I need. On the driver's side door panel there is silver colored plate that has the same numbers as are on the windshield: 2382003479 and a 09/77 with 08/77 underneath. There is a sticker marked pastellweifi L 90 D behind the seat on the white metal piece and along side of that is a 2" or so sticker marked: "Campaign Code" DZ and underneath that is "1st./Dealer No. /20/212.
The seat is padded in the back and I just can't see anywhere the VIN number would be.
Any hints? |
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KentABQ
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 9:46 am Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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There's nothing that looks like this behind the driver's seat?
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1976 Riviera, 1.8l FI chrome yellow VAN - "Chloe"
"I must say, how can you be in a bad mood driving this vehicle full of vibrant color.
Cars of today are so bland in comparison. It's like driving a celebration!" ---WildIdea
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dobryan
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babysnakes
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 10:20 am Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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^^^^^ Yes
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foxmon
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 11:54 am Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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pencil tracing worked for me
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ajochum
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 2:32 pm Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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Thanks for the replies guys.
I didn't have any tools with me so I couldn't get underneath to locate the VIN number under the dash. Am I seeing right? Is it behind the glove compartment?
I'm really pleased with it. The interior is the green plaid and is in wonderful condition with no tears, fading or stretching. It has the sink, icebox, and water container. The underside has some "surface" rust but I see no holes.
Unfortunately, it has the spare tire on the front and at some point was used as a battering ram. Thus, the front has a dent in it along with the bumper. The windshield is cracked, but other than that, it looks pretty good with 76,000 miles. It has been in dry storage for the past 12 years.
It may take awhile, but I will post some photos as well as the VIN when I find it. |
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alman72
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 2:42 pm Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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| I did think it was on the passenger side, but babysnakes has one on the drivers side? is it on both sides? |
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pittwagen
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 2:53 pm Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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| It is on the drivers side behind the gauge cluster on the air duct tin just like in the pic. Just get in there with your cell phone camera and take a pic. You can feel around to see exactly where it is. Should be able to see it with a flashlight. I had all my info in less than a half hour using the m code decoder on this site. |
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BusPriest
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 3:07 pm Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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Took me about 50 tries to get a pic of mine. just trace it with a pencil. you can reach under the dash on the drivers side and feel it.
RE: poptop - Its just a personal taste thing. Some people like tintops and some like poptops. I personally like my tintop. FYI: converting is a YUGE job
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ajochum
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 4:01 pm Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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Took me about 50 tries to get a pic of mine. just trace it with a pencil. you can reach under the dash on the drivers side and feel it.
RE: poptop - Its just a personal taste thing. Some people like tintops and some like poptops. I personally like my tintop. FYI: converting is a YUGE job |
Making me feel real good about it being a "tintop". I think this is going to be a fun project. |
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dwill49965
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| Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2017 5:12 pm Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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^^^^^ Yes
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I knew that pic would come in useful someday!
The easiest way to get access for a pic is to remove the front driver's side turn signal light, as I've done in the pic (and it's a useful opening for many other things). See that dark square area to the upper left - you can see the handles and my red toolbox in the background.
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Globespotter
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ajochum
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| Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2017 11:46 am Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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I got underneath the driver's side dash and took photos with my iPhone today. I am totally confused about the numbers with regards to the site's VIN identification. Can any of you figure it out?
These are the numbers from the plate and I left spaces where there were spaces on the plate:
82 00 3479
227 246
992634 D52 P21 00
31 1 7550 UR 2319 01
Can anyone tell me anything? The Sambi plate numbers don't match up a bit. I can tell you it is a 1978 for sure and a white camper with green plaid interior, left hand drive.
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Spike0180
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| Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2017 12:37 pm Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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This may help:
http://www.vw-mplate.com/mcode.php
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pittwagen
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| Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2017 10:14 pm Post subject: Re: What style is my new camper? |
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I believe there are 2 errors in the info you provided.
First line should be the same as the last 8 digits of your serial number.
Second and with reference to the last line there should be 2 additional digits after 2319 on the last line.
Please recheck your m code plate and edit the info in your last post.
Then proceed to the link that Spike0180 provided and enter the data. You will learn all about your bus.
FYI. |
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