TheSamba.com :: View topic - Bay Window-to-Vanagon rear bench replacement?

Thu Mar 11, 2021 12:46 pm

Hello, I am looking for information regarding my vanagon. I am wanting to take out the full rear bench from my 86 Vanagon, and replace it with the 3/4 bed you would find in a Westfalia to create more space for storage. I am currently in talks of purchasing a Westfalia 3/4 bench from a T2 bay window Westfalia. Would this bench and hardware be compatible with the 86 Vanagon, or will I have to do some riding and hacking in order to make it work?

Any information is greatly appreciated.

Cheers,
Nate

Thu Mar 11, 2021 12:52 pm

The bus seat is not drop in exchange for the vanagon. Well
I’m 90% sure.

Thu Mar 11, 2021 1:18 pm

the rear deck of a Bay window bus is taller than a vanagon by about 3-4inches
you will need to space up the mounting points that rest on the rear deck.
also when the seat is turned into a bed it will be at that higher height laying flat.
this will require a whole new platform to create a level bed. you can make a shallow box to hold additional tools/supplies.
and it will put your head closer to the roof when sitting in bed. but I don't think you have the rear overhead (headbanger) cabinet to worry about.

it will fit in the vanagon, but will require some work.