"The seat slides off to the front, then you have to turn the swivel around 180 degrees and you can get to everything.
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Maupin 2011 pictures
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Another great year at Maupin, Peter, John, Joe, Melissa, and others up from Calif.. We all had a great time. Watch the pictures as a slideshow and it will be like being there. And those who did not…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeremy Nix Jun 22, 2011.
Buses by the Bridge pictures
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Hi everyone,We just got back from our trip to Buses by the Bridge. We had a great time and took a few pictures too. It was nice seeing John again as well as Bud and family. It was a little windy one…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Gary Marrs Mar 5, 2012.
Maupin pictues
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Hi everyone, For those who couldn't make it to Maupin this year here are lots of pictures. Joe and John as well as Frank Alvarado with Dad and brother Bo. It was a great time. Watch the pictures in…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Aaron Quinn Jun 27, 2010.
Maupin Minded
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As summer gets closer and the mind starts to wonder, I can't help but wonder who will come up yonder. Maupin once again beckens. If you wonder should I go check out this video. Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Big Blue's Driver May 17, 2010.
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"I'm not familiar with their invertor so I can't really say how good it is. As far as the GoWesty aux battery set up, it's the one I have and it has served me well. As far as how good of shape the battery is in, it would have to be…"
"Not surprised about the muffler as it has set for so long. I had to change mine out when I first got it too. As for the speedo, it's because of the 14" wheels. If you decide to get new wheels and tires go with the 15" or…"
"They are 14" wheel and are stock. I've got the GoWesty 15" tire and wheel package and really like them.
Gary Marrs"
"So nice to hear you've got your van. The pictures looked really great. You've got both tables and the rear screen and front curtain too. I even saw an ice tray in the fridge. Go Westy is a great place for parts, but favors the later models…"
"I'm thinking you made a good decision about that 76 Bay. Sounds like it would have been nothing but work and money. That 85 in Ohio sounds like a good deal. At $9500 and only 88K on it, well that is rare, this could be it. And in my opinion…"
"To start with, the 68 can't be a splitty, they ended in 67, and the Bay's started in 68. So if it is a 68 it would have to be a Bay. If it is in really great shape, it would be worth the asking price, I paid that for my 70. But it was…"
"The AC in the vanagon is a "comes from the factory", not an add on. The main part of it is located over the bed in the back. It takes up the space were if you didn't have the AC would be another cabinet, which I have. Finding a…"
"The AC is operated by the engine, so it's only for when you're driving. There are AC units you can buy that fit in the passenger window (only while camping not driving), and you must have shore power for that. There are heaters you…"
"The full camper is probably the best way to go, if you want all the camping gear. These camper's equipment are pretty good. They take a licking and keep on ticking. There is nothing you can't fix, and getting parts is not a problem.…"
"The vanagon you're looking at here is a weekender. Which means it only has a table, beds, and some closets. Unlike a full camper, which would also has more storage, second table, stove, fridge, sink, and water tank. There is nothing wrong…"
BBB 2013 Bud Alvarado's Dad all the way from Hawaii !!!!
"Looking forward to Bud, seeing your Dad is always an extra treat, he's a great guy.
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Ma'ili Point Westy commented on Gary Marrs's photoBBB 2013 Bud Alvarado's Dad all the way from Hawaii !!!!
"Hi Gary. Dad will be back in California next month for more Westy camping trips. See you and Evelyn at Maupin."
"That is the stud that sticks up (two) and the rocker arm assembly slides over and a nut (2) tightens the rocker arm to the head. You would have to pull the head and drill and tap the hole where the stud is and put a heli-coil or instert in to…"
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- At 7:30pm on December 4, 2011,
westywoman said… No way! No BBB this year?
- At 7:40pm on December 4, 2011,
Gary Marrs said…
Yes, we are going to BBB !!!! It starts on the 12th. It's four days this year. It's too bad you couldn't go to Death Valley the week before, we will be in and around Lake Havasu for at least the week before.
- At 2:54pm on December 18, 2011, westywoman said…
Sorry for the confusion, Gary! I didn't set it up with a fixed location in DV on purpose as I was hoping volks would chime in with their plans and more discussion would ensue. I am keeping my options open and my plans may change, but I intend to stop in Panamint or Stovepipe Wells on my way into the park. Maybe do some dispersed camping if I have company with me and then wander toward Texas Spring or Furnace Creek before heading to BBB. So, it's kinda loose. Do what feels right for you and Bev. I won't be entering the park until January 8 or thereabouts. I do hope to find you wherever you all land sometime mid-week that week before BBB. If your plans firm up, the post them on the event page and I will make sure to find you! Melissa
- At 11:18pm on July 21, 2012,
Swiftriver said… Yeah, hey,Gary... I remember you.... How's it goin'???
I couldn't make Maupin this year. (Work) I could sure use your camping advice in central Oregon.... I stayed at motel 6 in Redmond both directions on my trip... Don't tell anyone... Haha!
Brian.
- At 2:13pm on September 19, 2012,
Michael H Slack said…
Glad you enjoyed bottomless lakes.
J and I just might head to the pacific northwest in a year or so. We have a very good friend you just moved from Sacramento Ca to the Portland area...ya never know!
Our first long roadtrip is to do a paranormal night sky investegation of Dulce NM and the surrounding area (So we shall see about this) because it is goiung to take night vision euipment which we do not have at present with our money going into Eleanor.
Glad you also had a safe trip home though! I will add you as a friend...Mike
- At 9:07pm on October 12, 2012,
Wonder Randy Tooth said… Thanks for saying hi! I had to look up La Pine to see exactly where it was. I've lived in Oregon for three years now, but I haven't explored near enough of this amazing state. Once I get my bus running strong I'll have to make a point of heading east a bit. Crater Lake, at least. Maybe we will cross paths, looking forward to it!
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