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Hi, the middle and rear sections of the ply are pretty much square (give or take a few mm). The cab panel width is approx 1330mm at the centre brace by the sliding door, and approx 1206mm at the windscreen. The overall length, at the longest point (centre brace to windscreen) is approx 904mm...

Forgot to mention... many people have looked at the ply headlining, and not one has mentioed that the 'J' runners are not original. They really are a good alternative.

Hi Eeza, Thanks, I like to post my 'how to do' things on my blog in the off chance it might help someone, somewhere. I wasn't sure if this forum was the right place, but if it helps fellow EBers, then I guess it is. The ply headlining is still looking great (well I think so) and what a...

Hi, I recently insulated the roof of my microbus.. not sure how efficient it will be but only will tell. http://my1969vwmicrobus.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/roof-insulation.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; I suppose the test will be spening a night in her at Brighton Breeze in...

Welcome aboard Mark.

I also gave my ply 3 coats of varnish, with rubbing down in between coats. And I also gave the rear (surface facing the roof) 3 coats just to stop any moisture / damp getting into the wood. Dave

My mate asked me if I could polish his rocker covers for him, http://my1969vwmicrobus.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/polishing-rocker-covers.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Shame they wont really be seen. Dave.

Hi, I have been reading the blog enteries from 'Poptop2' with interest, it is very informative, interesting and sometimes humorous, so I thought some of you may interested in my blog. It's about my 1969 Microbus (named Princess Fiona) the places I go, the people I meet and all the other VW's I...

Hey, just wanted to say a big thanks to 'gman4175' for recommending my blog as a useful source of information. I'm pleased it may have helped one or maybe a few more of you thinking about doing your ply headlining. Please visit my blog for more techincal info and general VW stuff...

Hi, I recently done my headlining with 3mm Russian Birch Ply I got from James Latham http://www.lathams.co.uk/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; And only about £8.50 for a 5' x 5' sheet Dave

Very nice tintop...

Hi, I have a '69 US import that has reversing lights fitted. BTW, how do I access / find this 'members map'? Thanks.

If you have small holes either side of the rear view mirror it sounds like it may have been screwed up, due to there being no support for the ply across the windscreen. Or as someone else said, for poppers for the curtain. Here is how I did mine...

Very nice, your dad did an excellent job... suits you panel perfectly.

Hi Stu, yes I checked before I started to ply line the side of the bus and considering my bay doesn't live in a garage it was completley dry... which surprised me!

Hi Mike, follow the link to my blog and there are more photos of my bus.

Hi Mattie, to be honest.. I don't know. All I know is, it was 3mm Russian Birch Ply.!

Hi everyone, although I am a new member I have been reading through all the topics with great interest. I have recently been following the posts about how to fit a birch ply headlining into an early bay. I have just finished mine and posted an entry onto my blog page so I thought I would share...

Hi Kim, I am i the UK, but my microbus was imported from Sacramento 3 years ago. The reason I wanted a US import is because they are so solid compared to most UK or European buses. I agree this site is a great source of info. Thanks.

Hi everyone, well I have finally got round to signing up to earlybay... even though I have been trawling through the topics / pages for about 18 months. I have always found the infomation very helpful and useful. I will add some photos of my '69 bay when I work out how to!