Things new Vw bay owners should know thread

Discussion in 'Buying a VW Camper' started by Poptop2, Dec 16, 2012.

  1. Keep a sponge handy , should the throttle spring go !!
     
  2. Always always carry a Pot Noodle, you never know when it will come in handy. :)
     
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  3. Very true - I've always got a couple of well out of date Pot Noodles in the Westy!
     
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  4. there is such a thing as a 'Dub Snob' and they usually do not own one but their dad....auntie ...their cousin once removed did ...
     
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  5. I don't know if this is already here, but anyone new to bay ownership should be aware that parts may be missing or have for some bizarre reason be replaced with the wrong option - even something like a gearbox could be the wrong item!
     
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  6. But the old owners will ALWAYS have a reason why .....however obscure that is ....there always a reason , usually as it was a better option or it makes it 'run smoother' ......not I'm a skinflint or experimenting .....
     
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  7. rickyrooo1

    rickyrooo1 Hanging round like a bad smell

    they do not do 30mpg.
     
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  8. And for these reasons I guess it safe to advise that they VERY rarely come with a decent history which could explain various mis-nomas
     
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  9. sANDYbAY

    sANDYbAY On benefits-won't sponsor!

    and sometimes they will inform you that the ones with the split screens are the best ones to have, they're the ones that everybody wants. They will then let you know that the "proper" ones are where the money is.

    Bless them, I just let them know that we're still saving up for a proper one.
     
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  10. Ha ha my elderly neighbour told me ' never mind Row when I win the lottery I will buy you a new one' ........;)
     
  11. Could you post a link to one of these please? :)
     
  12. Poptop2

    Poptop2 Administrator

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  14. Great thread I've now got a spare accelerator & clutch cable, a huge supply of oil so I'm a little more prepared for some situations I may encounter ready for my trip to Santa pod this weekend I think I might have a little pray too it can't hurt! :thumbsup:
     
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  15. Fit a towbar so that you can tow a huge trailer to carry all the spares and garage accessories people insist you should carry with you
    :)
     
  16. Baysearcher

    Baysearcher [secret moderator]

    They often own a Westfalia.
     
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  17. Ha ha ha that cheered me up after a really crud day !
     
  18. :lol: and insist on telling you all about it. Wonder if Brazzy Bay owners have the same problem...:D
     
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  19. Bhubesi

    Bhubesi Supporter

    Thats the truth!!:thumbsup:
    Tony
     
  20. Baysearcher

    Baysearcher [secret moderator]

    ......although you'll be amazed how many people claim they do.
     

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