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tjet Samba Member
Joined: June 10, 2014 Posts: 3533 Location: CA & NM
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hans j Samba Member
Joined: May 06, 2006 Posts: 2715 Location: Salt Lake City UT
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Posted: Thu Dec 04, 2014 2:50 pm Post subject: Re: Reimo low roof pop top |
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Kryptkat has one on his double door panel. Haven't seen it in person but the photos look awesome. _________________ 1986 Canadian Syncro Westy TDI - 1989 Syncro Single Cab - 2001 Audi S4 - 1981 VW Caddy ABA - 1980 VW Caddy EV - 1973 VW T-181 |
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simonslp Samba Member
Joined: September 14, 2007 Posts: 138 Location: Victoria, BC
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Posted: Thu Dec 04, 2014 6:43 pm Post subject: |
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Had one in Europe, 1999. One of the best summers of my life. Sorry about the lo-fi pictures, taken on film!
The mini popper was pretty darn nice... Stand up and do the dishes in comfort, look out at the world, lots of air and light.
Downside is the BIG lack of storage, lack of snugness when open, maybe a little flimsy eg. in a big wind, and that the sleeping is for 2 only.
Not sure id pay 1200 euros for such a thing(am I reading that link right?) - for that price I'd be looking for a Westy pop top or a hi top.
_________________ 91 syncro westy w/ 08 suby ej25
& Get-Away hightop |
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Zeitgeist 13 Samba Member
Joined: March 05, 2009 Posts: 12115 Location: Port Manteau
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Posted: Thu Dec 04, 2014 10:11 pm Post subject: |
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My old '70 Euro Westfalia had one of those. Very nice for stretching your legs in private, while letting in fresh air. It's too bad they weren't more popular over here.
_________________ Casey--
'89 Bluestar ALH w/12mm Waldo pump, PP764 and GT2052
'01 Weekender --> full camper
y u rune klassik?
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Jake de Villiers Samba Member
Joined: October 24, 2007 Posts: 5911 Location: Tsawwassen, BC
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ZsZ Samba Member
Joined: December 11, 2010 Posts: 1647 Location: Budapest Hungary, Europe
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Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2014 3:49 am Post subject: |
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for pictures google "t3 pilzdach" _________________ Zoltan
1.9 MTdi 2wd Multivan (ex Caravelle)
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Syncroincity Samba Member
Joined: April 15, 2007 Posts: 1557 Location: New York City
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Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2014 4:16 am Post subject: |
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There's a good video of the installation in the build of this black beast... this is part 3 of 10, install starts at 2:50. (That's Bernd Jaeger in the video)
Link
_________________ '86 Syncro CHC Top AAZ Turbodiesel
'04 Passat Variant 4Mo 5MT
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Jake de Villiers Samba Member
Joined: October 24, 2007 Posts: 5911 Location: Tsawwassen, BC
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dkoesyncro Samba Member
Joined: December 10, 2006 Posts: 983
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Posted: Fri Dec 05, 2014 5:45 pm Post subject: |
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Funny this came up. I live next to an operation called dubbox USA. They make a split window trailer and splitty van furniture for the affluent. I walked in interested in reproducing these for the US market. As soon as the small talk was done and the purpose of my interest things got really uncomfortable and awkward. I learned they too are interested in bringing these to us... I wish they were more friendly and humble, clearly more interested in the green then th VW, the only one in the parking lot was mine. NorthAmerican Campers would you bring these to us? |
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kryptkat Samba Member
Joined: November 08, 2008 Posts: 236
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2015 9:27 pm Post subject: |
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I am really surprised that no one in the States sells these poptops. I had to purchase mine from Remio but Remo does not ship outside of Germany so I had to go through a middle man and a 3rd man to ship it to the states. My motto is "whatever that van wants, the van gets".
Anyhow after arriving the instructions were in German so none of the body shops around my area wants anything to do with it. My wife and I had to type the whole instruction manual onto Google Translate and figure it out. After reading the instructions several times, I didn't think it should be too difficult to install. So with a jigsaw and some simple tools in hand, I went at it.
Package unwrapped.
Pop says measure twice and cut once.
Time to cut'
The hinges can actually be the template itself.
Clamp and drill.
Almost there.
Voila, done and its that easy!
Inside.
The kit does come with finish trimming pieces but I didn't use it.
Beautiful fit and finish.
It took me a weekend to complete the installation by myself. The top weighs less than 50lbs and the quality craftsmanship is top notch. I am very happy with this kit, a bit pricy but that's all relative. Good luck in your search and PM if you have any questions or would like a copy of the instructions in English. -Cheers. |
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tjet Samba Member
Joined: June 10, 2014 Posts: 3533 Location: CA & NM
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2015 9:49 pm Post subject: |
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Wow - looks great.
How much stand up head room do you get now?
Is there lights on the inside, or is that just a reflection?
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hans j Samba Member
Joined: May 06, 2006 Posts: 2715 Location: Salt Lake City UT
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Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2015 10:03 pm Post subject: |
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I'm headed to Germany in August, maybe I'll poke around and try to find some We don't use the pop top often, but would be nice to have a little section to stand up in! I already have a full westy interior ready for another van. _________________ 1986 Canadian Syncro Westy TDI - 1989 Syncro Single Cab - 2001 Audi S4 - 1981 VW Caddy ABA - 1980 VW Caddy EV - 1973 VW T-181 |
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vw4wd Samba Member
Joined: April 03, 2011 Posts: 161 Location: Somerset, UK
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Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 7:21 am Post subject: |
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Kryptkat,
can I ask a couple of questions about your roof kit, please?
In your original photo of the kit in the box, you show the items for trimming around the hole in the van roof. Namely, curved wooden strips, a plastic strip and the 'rubber' 'C' section trim. Although you go on to say you haven't installed these parts could you please advise whether the instructions say that the wood should go above or below the VW roof skin?
Also, could I second Tjet's question about what the standing height is with the roof raised. I have been interested in this roof type but the ones I have seen installed in the UK are not tall enough for me. However, I am 6'4" so they will probably suit most people! _________________ Garyd
1990 Transporter syncro camper with 2 litre AGG 'GTi' engine |
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tencentlife Samba Member
Joined: May 02, 2006 Posts: 10078 Location: Abiquiu, NM, USA
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Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 11:46 am Post subject: |
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Pilzdach, Hubdach, whatever you want to call it, I've long wanted one for my rig.
I emailed Reimo and a UK dealer with no reply from either. I contacted their listed US dealer, http://www.eurocampers.com/, and this was their reply:
"We would not be able to offer any roof products from Reimo. They will only ship these to certified installers. I do not believe there are any in the US."
Meanwhile SCA appears to make their own version:
http://www.sca-daecher.de/index.php?id=3&L=1
p/n SCA-08, on this pdf:
http://www.sca-daecher.de/fileadmin/user_upload/dokumente/sca_Hubdaecher_en_pop_up_roofs.pdf
No SCA US dealers listed.
If anyone figures out how to import these, put me on your list. Mike and I talked a bit about designing and building our own, which makes it Project #378 on the wanna-build list. _________________ Shop for unique Vanagon accessories at the Vanistan shop:
https://intrepidoverland.com/vanistan/
Please don't PM here, I will not reply.
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Christopher Schimke Samba Member
Joined: August 03, 2005 Posts: 5391 Location: PNW
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Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 12:17 pm Post subject: |
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tencentlife wrote: |
... which makes it Project #378 on the wanna-build list. |
Jeez, good to know that I'm not the only one in that club! _________________ "Sometimes you have to build a box to think outside of." - Bruce (not Springsteen)
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hans j Samba Member
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Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 1:00 pm Post subject: |
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If you guys find one before me, I can bring it back in my treasure chest Then put me on the list for a reproduction _________________ 1986 Canadian Syncro Westy TDI - 1989 Syncro Single Cab - 2001 Audi S4 - 1981 VW Caddy ABA - 1980 VW Caddy EV - 1973 VW T-181 |
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newfisher Samba Member
Joined: January 05, 2012 Posts: 1764 Location: The wet spot--Oregon
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Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 1:04 pm Post subject: |
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tencentlife wrote: |
Pilzdach, Hubdach, whatever you want to call it, I've long wanted one for my rig.
I emailed Reimo and a UK dealer with no reply from either. I contacted their listed US dealer, http://www.eurocampers.com/, and this was their reply:
"We would not be able to offer any roof products from Reimo. They will only ship these to certified installers. I do not believe there are any in the US."
Meanwhile SCA appears to make their own version:
http://www.sca-daecher.de/index.php?id=3&L=1
p/n SCA-08, on this pdf:
http://www.sca-daecher.de/fileadmin/user_upload/dokumente/sca_Hubdaecher_en_pop_up_roofs.pdf
No SCA US dealers listed.
If anyone figures out how to import these, put me on your list. Mike and I talked a bit about designing and building our own, which makes it Project #378 on the wanna-build list. |
I think with Kryptcat's skills and documentation, he could become a US installer! Maybe a little side biz? |
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tjet Samba Member
Joined: June 10, 2014 Posts: 3533 Location: CA & NM
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Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 3:23 pm Post subject: |
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I emailed this company below for the SCA 08 roof:
http://www.eclipsecustomcampers.com/
They quoted around £1300 incl VAT delivered to UK only, but they will ship to a residence.
I have a friend that lives in the UK. When I'm ready to get one, it's going to his house, & he will then send me a nice gift |
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boof1306 Samba Member
Joined: July 10, 2010 Posts: 304 Location: MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA
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Posted: Fri Jan 16, 2015 4:02 pm Post subject: |
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I am surprised so many want these as I cant see a big increase in functionality over a tin top. They don't give you extra sleeping berths. Likewise no storage as a hightop might afford. I do the dishes outside which leaves being able to stand up while getting dressed, not a big deal.
Enlighten me what is the big attraction? |
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tjet Samba Member
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