Got Safaris? Yeah!
It's a real pleasure to drive with the windows up. Better than Air Conditioning! A nice update for the upcoming trip to Sardinia. Just need to wear sunglasses on high speeds hehe
I also got the rear of the doka a little higher and tuned the red konis on slow return, just for better driving when the Eriba Puck is towed and to avoid scratching the ground of rough roads.
Here is how I installed my Creative Engineering Safari Windows Kit:
I removed the wipers...
Then cut the seals to remove original glasses...
One..
and two...
ok need to check the condition of the edge now
passenger outer side: some surface rust
no rust on the upper side
much rust on the driver inner side
no rust on passenger inner side
I sandblasted the parts needing repair
...masked and sprayed with antirust, then grey paint
I offered the frames... the bus is just ready to get the Safaris!
Nice view...
I measured both sides to ensure the frame is centered
Then marked the sides and the holes with my free IKEA pencil
I drilled 2 mm holes, then enlarged to 2.5-3 mm
Fixed the screws...
Here it comes up!
At this point I mounted the slides
I drilled and put the mounts on
Now the frames can stay in any position
I inserted the rubbers, trimming them
I inserted the rubbers, trimming them
It's time for the glasses to go up, the most annoying task!I used silicone grease to let the seals slip in the frame without plies.
Not exactly 5 minutes later...
I drilled the holes for the catches for a tight fit and fastened them on the dash
And at last... here is the result. At the sunset I had my first cruise with my Safaris up!
The sensation is really unique. Wind on your face, better than with a motorbike. You don't even need a helmet.People seem to be impressed when they see you can enjoy fresh air. They cannot open their front glass on their Minis!!!
