The ULTIMATE Ski Vehicle

I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.)

The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I
guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something
that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in.
I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of
the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm
open to suggestions as to color scheme.

For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set.
It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van.

JP
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I get to be "Face".

Jay Pique wrote:

I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.)

The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I
guess that means no red velvet.

Right. Crushed Purple Velvet is the way to go. Doesn't get much more
classy than that.

On the other hand, I want something
that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in.

Crushed Purple Velvet.

I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde,

Naugahyde sticks to your skin. Unless you're into that sort of thing,
I'd recommend crushed purple velvet.

as I've heard that some of
the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm
open to suggestions as to color scheme.

Purple is the colour or royalty. Always has been.


For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set.
It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van.

Anything opening near you soon? This is getting ridiculous.

--
//-Walt
//
// There is no Volkl Conspiracy

Jay Pique wrote:

I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.)

The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I
guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something
that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in.

Do you plan on a bed-analog of some sort, or will you just toss a cheap
foam mattress on the floor? What kind of budget do you have? Bathroom
or porta-potty? Van conversion (roof raised a foot or two) or
off-the-shelf?

I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of
the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm
open to suggestions as to color scheme.

Forget the naugahyde, get sheepskin. Something that doesn't show dirt.
A sort of gray/tan/beige/brindle/tweed sort of thing. Trust me on
this. You can use crushed purple velvet for accent pillows if your
heart is set on something less conservative.

For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set.
It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van.

I assume...well, actually, I don't know what to assume. Lots of gold
chains, perhaps?

--
Cheers, Bev
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On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 15:06:18 -0800, The Real Bev
wrote:

Jay Pique wrote:

I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.)

The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I
guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something
that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in.

Do you plan on a bed-analog of some sort, or will you just toss a cheap
foam mattress on the floor? What kind of budget do you have? Bathroom
or porta-potty? Van conversion (roof raised a foot or two) or
off-the-shelf?

As bdubya noted, I guess it would sort of depend on the grrl. I'm
thinking a hide-a-bed type of arrangement would be the way to go. No
bathroom of any sort will be provided. How else would we write in the
snow? With regard to budget, I can currently allocated One Thousand
Seventy Eight Dollars (Real American $$$, though) to the cause, pluse
a fluctuating monthly payment of give or take $300 - depending on how
the Orangemen...errrm... "Orange" do in the Final Four. I hadn't
considered the whole raised roof concept, but I'll give it my full
attention as soon as I finish this beer.

I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of
the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm
open to suggestions as to color scheme.

Forget the naugahyde, get sheepskin. Something that doesn't show dirt.

Like mud?

A sort of gray/tan/beige/brindle/tweed sort of thing. Trust me on
this. You can use crushed purple velvet for accent pillows if your
heart is set on something less conservative.

But Walt would be crushed....

For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set.
It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van.

I assume...well, actually, I don't know what to assume. Lots of gold
chains, perhaps?

No no - this might help.... http://tinyurl.com/7xmvu

JP
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....but would it beat Klaus' Saab up the canyon?

Jay Pique wrote:

No no - this might help.... http://tinyurl.com/7xmvu

JP

Hmmm, tinyurl is growing. I remember the good old days where there
were ONLY four characters after the dot com slash. Ahh, the world
is getting so big.

Sam "Ullr dropped by Loveland today" Seiber

Jay Pique wrote:

On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 15:06:18 -0800, The Real Bev
wrote:

Jay Pique wrote:

I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.)

The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I
guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something
that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in.

Do you plan on a bed-analog of some sort, or will you just toss a cheap
foam mattress on the floor? What kind of budget do you have? Bathroom
or porta-potty? Van conversion (roof raised a foot or two) or
off-the-shelf?

As bdubya noted, I guess it would sort of depend on the grrl. I'm
thinking a hide-a-bed type of arrangement would be the way to go.

We put in a raised plywood platform supported by pipe flanges and
nipples in the back of the van, allowing storage underneath. Not
exactly passion-pit decor, but as you say it would depend on the grrl.

No bathroom of any sort will be provided. How else would we write in the
snow?

You know grrls who can write in the snow? Uh, you know it might not be
a bad idea to introduce some of those "grrls" to your mom or sister or
somebody who might actually be able to tell...

With regard to budget, I can currently allocated One Thousand
Seventy Eight Dollars (Real American $$$, though) to the cause, pluse
a fluctuating monthly payment of give or take $300 - depending on how
the Orangemen...errrm... "Orange" do in the Final Four. I hadn't
considered the whole raised roof concept, but I'll give it my full
attention as soon as I finish this beer.

Probably over your budget, but it provides more standing room and/or
more storage and/or a place for an additional non-claustrophobic person
to sleep.

I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of
the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm
open to suggestions as to color scheme.

Forget the naugahyde, get sheepskin. Something that doesn't show dirt.

Like mud?

Yeah, but mud with texture. You don't want to spend time cleaning or
making excuses, do you?

A sort of gray/tan/beige/brindle/tweed sort of thing. Trust me on
this. You can use crushed purple velvet for accent pillows if your
heart is set on something less conservative.

But Walt would be crushed....

Hey, if he wants to send 'em along, take 'em!

For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set.
It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van.

I assume...well, actually, I don't know what to assume. Lots of gold
chains, perhaps?

No no - this might help.... http://tinyurl.com/7xmvu

Looks like an ordinary van/suv/whatever. I never watched the A Team.
With or without windows? Get windows. We had a non-window van and it
was miserable for anybody except the driver and one passenger.

...but would it beat Klaus' Saab up the canyon?

It might use it for traction. Anybody remember where to find the
Peterbilt Pilgrimage?

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Cheers,
Bev
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"The Real Bev" wrote in message
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Jay Pique wrote:

On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 15:06:18 -0800, The Real Bev
wrote:

Jay Pique wrote:

I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with
studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.)

The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so
I
guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something
that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked
in.

Do you plan on a bed-analog of some sort, or will you just toss a cheap
foam mattress on the floor? What kind of budget do you have? Bathroom
or porta-potty? Van conversion (roof raised a foot or two) or
off-the-shelf?

As bdubya noted, I guess it would sort of depend on the grrl. I'm
thinking a hide-a-bed type of arrangement would be the way to go.

We put in a raised plywood platform supported by pipe flanges and
nipples in the back of the van, allowing storage underneath. Not
exactly passion-pit decor, but as you say it would depend on the grrl.

I made my platform out of 2x2's and angle brackets. I paneled the sides in
imitation-birch, with styrofoam insulation cut to fit between the ribs.
Built a little cabinet with butcherblock counter top and ss sink (20 gal
water tank under the bed).

I miss my old van. (sniff!)

The Real Bev wrote:
Jay Pique wrote:

For the exterior detailing and paint job, I'm all set.
It's going to look exactly like the A-Team van.

I assume...well, actually, I don't know what to assume. Lots of gold
chains, perhaps?

Of course it'll have gold chains. It's a *ski* vehicle, isn't it?

Gotta have those chains, and if you're gonna have chains, might as well
go first class.


--
//-Walt
//
// There is no Volkl Conspiracy

On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 17:33:15 -0500, Jay Pique
wrote:

I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.)

The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I
guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something
that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in.
I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of
the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm
open to suggestions as to color scheme.

You really need to tailor this to the sort of grrl you've got in mind.
For the yuppie ski-vacationer-chix, you want a nice oak floor,
birdseye-maple paneling, a few brass grab-rails and a hanging fern or
three, with a six-bottle wine cooler. For the urban post-goth hottie,
I'd go with a poured concrete slab floor and cinderblock walls, all
painted black, and a cooler fulla PBRs.

HTH,
bw

On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 17:12:50 -0600, bdubya
wrote:

On Mon, 08 Nov 2004 17:33:15 -0500, Jay Pique
wrote:

I want a full sized Ford Van. Lifted about 6 inches. 4WD, with studs
all around. (Not to mention the one in the driver's seat.)

The interior is giving me fits. On the one hand, I want classy - so I
guess that means no red velvet. On the other hand, I want something
that (attractive/female) people can feel comfortable getting naked in.
I'm leaning towards authentic naugagyde, as I've heard that some of
the crunchier ski grrls aren't so into bear skin rugs and such. I'm
open to suggestions as to color scheme.

You really need to tailor this to the sort of grrl you've got in mind.
For the yuppie ski-vacationer-chix, you want a nice oak floor,
birdseye-maple paneling, a few brass grab-rails and a hanging fern or
three, with a six-bottle wine cooler. For the urban post-goth hottie,
I'd go with a poured concrete slab floor and cinderblock walls, all
painted black, and a cooler fulla PBRs.

I'm running out the door, so I'll respond in more detail shortly.
Suffice it to say, I'm LMAO. I_love_the hole "theme" idea.

JP
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CLT "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress"

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