New shoes…
When I purchased the Vanagon, it had the original 14 inch alloy wheels that came stock in the GL versions. … Continue reading New shoes…
It is the little things…
Sometimes it is the little things that make a difference. This week I worked on two things that were simple … Continue reading It is the little things…
Electrical Service Flexibility
You never know when the need for some 110v AC power might be useful when you are out camping. With … Continue reading Electrical Service Flexibility
Backing Up
I decided a backup camera would be a good idea. I decided on a system that has a powered camera … Continue reading Backing Up
Roof Rack
With the Country Homes Camper conversion…the van is about 1/4 tin top and 3/4 pop up camper. I decided that … Continue reading Roof Rack
Updating the alternator bracket
The Vanagon had the original factory alternator bracket but did not have the nifty adjustable bolt and bracket used for … Continue reading Updating the alternator bracket
Hardening the cooling system
Failure of the cooling system can bring a Vanagon to an untimely end. Cooling lines that run the length of … Continue reading Hardening the cooling system
Upgrading the Electrical System
The Country Homes Camper conversion was one of many alternatives to the Westfalia Camper conversion offered by Volkswagen. The Country … Continue reading Upgrading the Electrical System
Off to a new home…
So this will be my last post on this blog. I only have room for one project at a time … Continue reading Off to a new home…
Goal accomplished…
It has been a three year process but the Karmann Ghia is now a clean, safe and reliable car that … Continue reading Goal accomplished…