VW bus sunroof

lolpizowned · Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2012 8:20 pm Post subject: VW bus sunroof

Does a 1977 sunroof fit a 1971?

aeromech · Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2012 10:52 pm Post subject:

I think so
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Collie · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 10:46 am Post subject: Re: VW bus sunroof

lolpizowned · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 12:25 pm Post subject:

the 71 is a deluxe with the sunroof hole and hardware but im missing the actual panel and the panel is coming from a 77

Collie · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 12:27 pm Post subject:

Then, yes, you are good to go!

lolpizowned · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 12:31 pm Post subject:

great to hear thank you!

SGKent · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 1:08 pm Post subject:

before you go to a lot of work, check the area on the bus at the back outside of the opening and forward from that spot 12" to see if rust has formed.

Check your bus to see if you will need to repair the area and check the donor as I am looking for sheet metal in this area to replace mine as it has pin holes. EVERY bus I have inspected, even those in a dry climate have rust pin holes there as it rusts from the inside in that area.
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1977 deluxe

aeromech · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 2:21 pm Post subject:

Also, before you even begin to do this job I suggest you evaluate what parts you'll need and begin sourcing them. The prices can be sky high and many parts just aren't available from parts houses. Finding good used parts can be an adventure. Be prepared to spend $500 +
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Lead Mechanic: San Diego Air and Space Museum
Licensed Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Licensed Pilot (Single engine Land)
Boeing 727,737-200-300-400,757,767
Airbus A319,320,321
DC9/MD80
BAe146
Fokker F28/F100
VW type 1 1962,63,65,69,72
VW Type 2 1971 (3 ea.) 1978, 1969
VW Jetta
VW Passat
Capable of leaping tall buildings in a single bound

aeromech · Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 4:36 pm Post subject:

Here's a cheap solution I just found

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/pts/3508896635.html
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Lead Mechanic: San Diego Air and Space Museum
Licensed Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Licensed Pilot (Single engine Land)
Boeing 727,737-200-300-400,757,767
Airbus A319,320,321
DC9/MD80
BAe146
Fokker F28/F100
VW type 1 1962,63,65,69,72
VW Type 2 1971 (3 ea.) 1978, 1969
VW Jetta
VW Passat
Capable of leaping tall buildings in a single bound


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