| Author |
Message |
Crp76pilot
Samba Member
Joined: December 06, 2010
Posts: 7
Location: Seattle, WA
|
 Posted: Wed Sep 26, 2012 11:18 pm Post subject: Tin-top Weekender cabinet plans or templates? |
 |
|
I searched for a while here and didnt want to start a new thread if this is out there somewhere. If there is a thread already for this please point me in the right direction.
I have an 84 Vanagon ASI pop top. No camper equipment and I prefer it that way. I would however love to have more storage. I am looking for the plans or templates of either stock or custom cabinets.
Since my van uses the sun roof as the pop top entrance unlike the Westy I am looking for the corner weekender style that allows for a full seat all the way across (z-bed) and the top cabinet above the rear window where most people have speakers.
I am handy with the mechanics aspect of all my VWs buy wood work is not one of my gifts. Perhaps someone has some schematics they are willing to share.
Thanks!
_________________
1984 Vangon ASIRiviera pop-top 2.0L ABA chipped
1985 Quatro Syncro Wagon bone stock
1985 4dr Golf Diesel bone stock
2004 Golf TDI lowered chipped |
|
| Back to top |
|
 |
kbeefy
Samba Member
Joined: March 10, 2006
Posts: 600
Location: Central Oregon
|
| Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 3:21 am Post subject: |
|
|
I want to do the same thing with my 86 CHC Syncro. 7 Pass van now. I don't have plans but have found these nifty pics, gonna copy them soon (except likely not near as nice).
I really like this idea, might bring it out a bit closer to the engine compartment. Probably won't put swinging doors on them, want to access without unloading half the back end.
Heres the overhead. I'll probably just do some wire shelving.
Not this big, want to keep most of the windows. But it still looks nice!
I like this too...
_________________
86 syncro CHC, NorthWesty subbie 2.5, decoupler, locker, custom interior, 225/75r16 Duratrack's on CLK's, Toyo cabin heater, ARB fridge, 300w Zamp Solar, Gowesty bumpers/skid/rails, Fiama awning
'86 Syncro Westy. Stock for now.
2000 F350 7.3 CC LB 11' Northland Cabover
2006 Subbie OBXT
2002 Tacoma DoubleCab 4x4
1969 Mustang Basket Case 351c/FMX/9
http://kbeefy.blogspot.com/ |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
squeegee_boy
Samba Member
Joined: April 27, 2008
Posts: 786
Location: Langley, BC, Canada
|
| Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 9:03 am Post subject: |
|
|
| kbeefy wrote: |
I like this too...
|
Ooooh, sexy. I like the look of these a lot, plus I do need some more storage.
Robyn
_________________
1984 FrankenSyncro Westy. EJ25 RMW kit |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
r39o
Samba Polizei
Joined: May 18, 2005
Posts: 9800
Location: San Diego
|
| Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 10:04 am Post subject: |
|
|
| squeegee_boy wrote: |
| kbeefy wrote: |
I like this too...
|
Ooooh, sexy. I like the look of these a lot, plus I do need some more storage.
Robyn |
Me too.
Almost perfect.....
Is something like this commercially available?
_________________
"Use the SEARCH, Luke" But first visit the Vanagon FAQ!
1990 Multivan EJ 22, Rancho trans 0.82 4th, Small Car front AC, CLKs w/ 215/65-16, homemade big brakes 303mm, Konis, Recaros, etc....
Click to see my ads for Cup holders, Subaru clutch fix and CLK wheels (no wheels currently) |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
kbeefy
Samba Member
Joined: March 10, 2006
Posts: 600
Location: Central Oregon
|
| Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 10:36 am Post subject: |
|
|
Not that I'm aware of. Sewfine would be the most likely, but I don't believe they have anything.
_________________
86 syncro CHC, NorthWesty subbie 2.5, decoupler, locker, custom interior, 225/75r16 Duratrack's on CLK's, Toyo cabin heater, ARB fridge, 300w Zamp Solar, Gowesty bumpers/skid/rails, Fiama awning
'86 Syncro Westy. Stock for now.
2000 F350 7.3 CC LB 11' Northland Cabover
2006 Subbie OBXT
2002 Tacoma DoubleCab 4x4
1969 Mustang Basket Case 351c/FMX/9
http://kbeefy.blogspot.com/ |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
edgood1
Samba Member
Joined: September 30, 2004
Posts: 2151
Location: Plymouth, MA
|
| Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 10:52 am Post subject: |
|
|
| r39o wrote: |
| squeegee_boy wrote: |
| kbeefy wrote: |
I like this too...
|
Ooooh, sexy. I like the look of these a lot, plus I do need some more storage.
Robyn |
Me too.
Almost perfect.....
Is something like this commercially available? |
almost perfect... just don't leave any marbles or wrenches in there when you open the hatch all the way.
and you'll need good struts.
_________________
'87 Syncro :: Subaru eng
'63 Samba Conversion ::(photo album)
'65 Westfalia
'65 Bug |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Crp76pilot
Samba Member
Joined: December 06, 2010
Posts: 7
Location: Seattle, WA
|
| Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 2:57 pm Post subject: |
|
|
| edgood1 wrote: |
| r39o wrote: |
| squeegee_boy wrote: |
| kbeefy wrote: |
I like this too...
|
Ooooh, sexy. I like the look of these a lot, plus I do need some more storage.
Robyn |
Me too.
Almost perfect.....
Is something like this commercially available? |
Awesome Idea... me like. as for the cabinets I like them both but don't think i could make anything worth putting in my van without plans. I am just not that handy with wood. 
almost perfect... just don't leave any marbles or wrenches in there when you open the hatch all the way.
and you'll need good struts. |
_________________
1984 Vangon ASIRiviera pop-top 2.0L ABA chipped
1985 Quatro Syncro Wagon bone stock
1985 4dr Golf Diesel bone stock
2004 Golf TDI lowered chipped |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
kbeefy
Samba Member
Joined: March 10, 2006
Posts: 600
Location: Central Oregon
|
| Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 5:06 pm Post subject: |
|
|
I plan on building something for mine in seattle between november 17th and 23rd, if it turns out useable you can take dimensions/pics whatever. I'll try to save a side profile template for you.
I am also all thumbs when it comes to woodworking.
_________________
86 syncro CHC, NorthWesty subbie 2.5, decoupler, locker, custom interior, 225/75r16 Duratrack's on CLK's, Toyo cabin heater, ARB fridge, 300w Zamp Solar, Gowesty bumpers/skid/rails, Fiama awning
'86 Syncro Westy. Stock for now.
2000 F350 7.3 CC LB 11' Northland Cabover
2006 Subbie OBXT
2002 Tacoma DoubleCab 4x4
1969 Mustang Basket Case 351c/FMX/9
http://kbeefy.blogspot.com/ |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Crp76pilot
Samba Member
Joined: December 06, 2010
Posts: 7
Location: Seattle, WA
|
| Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 5:18 pm Post subject: |
|
|
| kbeefy wrote: |
| I plan on building something for mine in seattle between november 17th and 23rd. |
Seattle is home for me perhaps I can give you a hand and earn my keep...
Also once lived in Hawaii when I was a kid. (Waikiki)
_________________
1984 Vangon ASIRiviera pop-top 2.0L ABA chipped
1985 Quatro Syncro Wagon bone stock
1985 4dr Golf Diesel bone stock
2004 Golf TDI lowered chipped |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
havenot001
Samba Member
Joined: November 08, 2004
Posts: 123
Location: California
|
| Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2022 11:31 am Post subject: Re: Tin-top Weekender cabinet plans or templates? |
|
|
I have a 1985 GL with the full width rear seat/bed.
If I were to put in a Weekender rear cabinet on the driver’s side.
How and what does the cabinet attach to?
Chris
_________________
1963 Type 143 Karmann Ghia
1985 Vanagon GL 2.3 Gowesty 2WD
My Club:
B.L.T.N. bltnvw.com
Meet every thursday evening after 7:00 pm
Micro Center parking lot
Stevens Creek and Lawrence expy Santa Clara, ca |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Borg
Samba Member
Joined: October 18, 2012
Posts: 131
Location: Western Washington
|
| Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2022 7:08 pm Post subject: Re: Tin-top Weekender cabinet plans or templates? |
|
|
These are the cabinets I'm slowly roughing in on my Frankenvan. I can measure them up if they are of interest. I wanted to maintain the ability to put a 4x8 sheet of plywood in the back of the van, that drove my "design".
_________________
Steve |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
havenot001
Samba Member
Joined: November 08, 2004
Posts: 123
Location: California
|
| Posted: Wed Jun 08, 2022 7:42 pm Post subject: Re: Tin-top Weekender cabinet plans or templates? |
|
|
Thanks Steve.
Two cabinets is great for storeage.
But i'm looking for the Tin-top Weekender cabinet. The one on the drivers side and how to mount it.
Chris
_________________
1963 Type 143 Karmann Ghia
1985 Vanagon GL 2.3 Gowesty 2WD
My Club:
B.L.T.N. bltnvw.com
Meet every thursday evening after 7:00 pm
Micro Center parking lot
Stevens Creek and Lawrence expy Santa Clara, ca |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
J Charlton 
Samba Member
Joined: August 24, 2007
Posts: 1546
Location: The True North Strong and Free
|
| Posted: Thu Jun 09, 2022 5:45 am Post subject: Re: Tin-top Weekender cabinet plans or templates? |
|
|
SmallCar - the folks who make Suby conversion components and do Suby conversions as well as in-dash AC, are in the process of developing retrofit cabinetry for the vanagon.
Contact them - as I understand it - the cabinets will be shipped in "knock down" format but easy to assemble and install and will be very close to the original VW/Westfalia designs.
_________________
NAHT hightop availability May 18 2023 -
Bend Oregon - for Oregon, California- (7 tot , 3 available), Kennewick Wa (6 tot, 1 available), Small Car Performance Fife Wa. (7 tot 4 avail ), Fairbanks Alaska (1 tot 0 avail)
Future availability TBD : Springfield Mass. Staunton Va, Florida, Colorado, Grand Junction Co., SLC probably late 2024 |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
jlrftype7
Samba Member
Joined: July 24, 2018
Posts: 4768
Location: Chicago
|
| Posted: Thu Jun 09, 2022 8:34 am Post subject: Re: Tin-top Weekender cabinet plans or templates? |
|
|
| havenot001 wrote: |
I have a 1985 GL with the full width rear seat/bed.
If I were to put in a Weekender rear cabinet on the driver’s side.
How and what does the cabinet attach to?
Chris |
I built mine version of the Weekender Cabinet, attaches to the cargo floor with 2 small L-brackets and screws. Then, I used 1 upper mounting bolt, through the side of the cabinet, to the Unused Seat Belt Threaded Nut that's welded into the side of the Vanagon, on either side for 2nd row shoulder belts or other belt system.
I've seen a few Weekender Cabinets for sale here on Samba from time to time, along with the longer Westy Cabinet, but if you have your heart set on a Factory version, it's cheaper and easier to pick one up at the Seller's location vs having it shipped.
Pictures of the cabinet process I went through. I elected to use Sliding Doors on ours, so loads don't need to be move out of the way for normal/stock swinging/hinged cabinet doors if you've loaded the back end with stuff and you want to access something in the Cabinet quickly.
You might be able to see the floor bracket at the front in the installed picture, but the other one is a bit hidden under the rear of the cabinet, onto the floor, away from the engine access cover by a few inches. I can always take more pictures if you're curious, esp the large bolt in the middle of the cabinet side that ties to the body for real anchoring strength.
Here's a picture of the Factory Hold-down hardware from the Classified Section
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1998169
_________________
'68 Westy- my first VW and vehicle/Bus- long gone.- sold it to a traveling Swiss couple....
'67 Type 3 Fastback, my 2nd car- gone
'69 Semi-Auto Stick Shift Beetle-gone
2017 MINI Coopers, our current DDs
‘84 Tin Top - Hilga....Auto |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
havenot001
Samba Member
Joined: November 08, 2004
Posts: 123
Location: California
|
| Posted: Thu Jun 09, 2022 11:48 am Post subject: Re: Tin-top Weekender cabinet plans or templates? |
|
|
Thank you jlrftype7.
THis what I was asking for. I know other have the same questen.
Chris
_________________
1963 Type 143 Karmann Ghia
1985 Vanagon GL 2.3 Gowesty 2WD
My Club:
B.L.T.N. bltnvw.com
Meet every thursday evening after 7:00 pm
Micro Center parking lot
Stevens Creek and Lawrence expy Santa Clara, ca |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
|
