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VAN MODS & HOW-TO'S

Top Bed Extension Mod

12/29/2015

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Mod by Robert Peters

This is my bed extension, 'Bettie Blue' (1988 Vanagon)... I'm 6'-3" and this upper bed modification works like a dream. Props to "heliodon" (Samba member from Berkeley) for inspiring my hack (particularly the idea of hanging the bed extension from the poptop frame crossbar when climbing up or down). I purchased a piece of 48" x 11-1/2" x 3/4" "pine project panel" from a local DIY store, then notched two corners (to fit around the poptop hinges) painted and upholstered the board, and added two "U-hooks" and a handle...

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Jeffrey J. Hoover
11/16/2016 03:31:03 pm

You could probably sell a few of those at SyncroFest or other gatherings. Just make sure you bring both brown and grey. :D

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      • Baja Bumper Front
      • Baja Bumper with Integrated Swing outs (Rear)
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