Official Side Tent thread FAQ

[Turbod16v]

thank you, I have searched those images before that is how I found the instructions and that mine was the universal van tent...the magnetic tape!

sounds like maybe the flap on the bus specific yellow/blue version is 9" not 26" like my universal, going by the instructions saying to leave 9" of clearance between tent and bus.
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[WarryBhite]

Hi Everyone!

I have a Westfalia "circus tent" from the 70's in good condition but it did not come with the tentbag.
I would like to buy a tentbag but does anyone have a tentbag which he/she could measure so I'm buying the right size?
Thanks in advance!

[seshbus]

Okay so I am looking into getting one of these bay window "circus tents" for my split bus. As far as I can tell they will work fine on a split bus?

I checked each page of this thread and saw some pics of them on splitties but no real confirmation about the fitment. Any advice/tips appreciated! Thanks.

[busdaddy]

I see no reason why they wouldn't fit a split, the driprail is the same on the part that matters. You'll have the pocket for the sliding door against the side of the bus that does nothing for you, but a few strong magnets will seal up any gaps if they bug you.
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[rugblaster]

My '69 Westfalia camper's m-code plate says that it came with a tent. So, if one of y'all have my tent it would be cool to have it back. Probably a yellow one.

In liew of that happening, I was wondering if anyone has ever modified a EZ-up type shade into a tent? It would be half built for you and it wouldn't take much to fill in the sides. Just have the sides zip onto the rest of it. Those EZ-up's set up in 2 minutes. No poles and lines to fart with.

I bought a walking foot sewing machine from Sailrite.com the other day and they have all the fabric, zippers, hardware, clear plastic for windows, thread etc. to build whatever you can imagine.....they are geared toward boat equipment like sails, dodgers, hatch covers, sail covers and the like. The big billboard companies use that reinforced vinyl product to make those outdoor billboards and they just give the old ones away.....might make cool sides, damn sure weather proof. Not original, but functional perhaps.

Anyone?
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[seshbus]

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[rugblaster]

[DougB]

For the person asking about tent bags, I have 4 side tents and even for the one that has an original bag I instead had tent and pole bags made by Fanchers, an advertiser in the Samba Classifieds and based in Michigan, I think. Of course they’re not originals, but they have a few stock-ish fabric options, the bags are durable, they can be made with pull string or Velcro closure, and they last.
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[mewidmer]

Hi! First post - and first the wealth of knowledge on this site is just amazing.

Trying to identify this tent/awning and if anyone can point me to an image of one assembled.

I’m pretty sure once assembled it will attach to special bar with extensions on the roof rack. Also guessing only the red/white is original with white sections add ons?

I didn’t see any markings when I pulled it out of the bag, but maybe I missed a clue.

Thanks for the help!

[mewidmer]

Ok it’s an canopy...when I have better parking will share a picture installed with the bus.

Once I looked at all of the parts - it made sense. Gotta love that German engineering

[TransportersRus]

Good evening All,

We have a ASI Side tent for our Riviera (the Blue & Yellow one) and the Zipper has separated from the material. We need to have this fixed and need some recommendations on a good company to do this for us.

Thanks
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[busdaddy]

Ask the local boat repair outfits who does their tops. Or maybe an auto upholstery shop.
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[notchboy]

[busdaddy]

[Miskeroo]

Thought I would share my new bay window, circus tent.
It’s in near new condition, set up only couple times. I have read all of the tent threads and am going to share all the info on mine in hopes it will help others identify the differences of the tents over the years.

It’s a 1972, as per the faint stamp near the inside of the front entrance. Also has the inspectors initials there.
It has the brown poles
Blue tie downs attached to the grey base
Arched, zippered windows
Small door and zippered window to attach to the bus
The tent bag is brown, with a sewn in tie at the top
The pole bag is a black Naugahyde with sewn in tie
Stake bag is the orange/yellow tent material
Second smaller stake bag inside, to tie down the blue anchors
Large galvanized stakes and two slightly smaller ones
Tent pegs
And the tie rope

Hope this helps a little

[Miskeroo]

[SamboSamba22]

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[bonzai272]

Im looking for a modern (easy to set up and take down) side tent for my 72. I know bus depot sells their "add a room" but apparently the vendor who makes them cant get the materials until mid year. Are there any other companies that sell something like this? Stinks having to wait 6 months for bus depot but might be the world we live in now with supply chain issues everywhere.
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[wim3600]

does anyone know the correct canopy for a .74 wetsfalia.
possibly with photos. (not the tent)


Thank you