installing a new pop up tent for T4 Transporter

[jessjimw]

I'm looking for Some advice on how to install a new pop up tent for my T4 Transporter camper van. while I'm really practical with most DIY in the house I know next to nothing about cars or engines. is it feasible for me to consider installing the tent myself? does anyone have any tips on How to go about this job or would I be better off getting a mechanic to do the job? I live in Italy so I have that added bonus of language issues and lack of a VW help group locally.

 

[WelshGas]

I'm looking for Some advice on how to install a new pop up tent for my T4 Transporter camper van. while I'm really practical with most DIY in the house I know next to nothing about cars or engines. is it feasible for me to consider installing the tent myself? does anyone have any tips on How to go about this job or would I be better off getting a mechanic to do the job? I live in Italy so I have that added bonus of language issues and lack of a VW help group locally.

Any help? DIY probably best option.

T4 Westfalia Roof Canvas Replacement.

All, Please find attached photos of my recent roof canvas replacement. Not a bad job to do, started at about lunchtime on Sunday and finished 1st atage at 8pm. This just left the bottom seal to secure, I made a special tool to help push the bottom seal in (also used Fairy liquid/water on the...

vwcaliforniaclub.com

 

[bxl_lad]

Hi,
I replaced my canvas last year with one purchased from BUS-OK.NL, they have a link on their website with some helpful installation tips:

T4 Aufstelldachbezug Open Sky Panorama Faltenbalg Montagehilfe - Blog | bus-ok.de

Jetzt können sich Besitzer eines VW Bus T4 mit Aufstelldach einen neuen Zeltstoff mit Panoramafunktion gönnen. Montagetipps für Open Sky hier

blog.bus-ok.de

The blog is in Dutch, but translate it.

Its a fiddly job, but not impossible, make sure young children are not around while you do the last parts as you will be using some bad words ;-)

My advice, remove the top front section of the upper bed and the mattress for easier access. Be careful removing the the rubber seal, if you pull it too hard it will break - it might be worth buying a new seal too - I didn't but in hindsight I wish I had (it would have made the job a little less worrying).

Anyway, more than one year on, the new canvas looks great and still fitting perfectly.

Good luck!