Introducing "Twinkie". My Prepped Syncro 4x4 High Top.

sojournfocus

sojournfocus

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I have been watching these threads for awhile now and figure that I may as well chime in and introduce myself and my vehicle since I have now wrapped up my first trip, which was a 6 month journey through the southwest to central USA for rock climbing and mountain biking.

Twink, as he's affectionately referred to as, is basically my dream vehicle. An 87 Syncro with a LOT of reliability and comfort upgrades. Constantly a work in progress, but always ready for adventure.

You can follow my blog (a work in progress) at http://www.sojournfocus.com. There you will find a few posts from adventures along with a number of photos, which I think you may enjoy :)

I will be back blogging a fair bit, since I journal entered many aspects of my trip and didn't have internet for much of it.

And yes... Twinkie is for sale for those interested.

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Abitibi

Abitibi

Explorer
Nice looking Syncro! Almost looks like a 16" Joker? Welcome to Expo, any plans for your next vehicle if you're selling this one? Or plans for your next extended journey? ;)

Cheers
Mr. D
 
VanIsle_Greg

VanIsle_Greg

I think I need a bigger truck!
Nice bus... kool site too, love the pics. Van looks like it is in great shape, good luck with the sale.
 
sojournfocus

sojournfocus

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sojournfocus

sojournfocus

New member
Next project is a non vehicle one. But I plan to have another van / expedition vehicle of some sort next year.
The next big trip I am planning is to Norway, to work and travel with a fellow adventure photographer and friend of mine.

Until then, just short trips into the mountains of BC. :) (not so bad)
 
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DAV!D

Adventurer
Nice looking synco. Question for you. Do you happen to have a link to the company that made the hitop? I just bought a synco and I'll be doing many of the mods you have done to yours ( hope mine will look as good ). I've seen that top before but can't find out where to buy it. Any ideas?
 
sojournfocus

sojournfocus

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Hi David,
Congrats on the Syncro purchase! They are beautiful vans to work on.
To get the top that I have, you will have to transport yourself back to 1989 unfortunately, as that's when they made these as a factory build. I don't believe there are any tops floating around anymore.
There are a few companies (one in Toronto I believe) that are making similar high tops.. I liked this one the best though due to its profile.

www.canadianhightops.ca (not sure if the site is working.. very slow on my end)
 
Abitibi

Abitibi

Explorer
sojournfocus said:
Next project is a non vehicle one. But I plan to have another van / expedition vehicle of some sort next year.
The next big trip I am planning is to Norway, to work and travel with a fellow adventure photographer and friend of mine.

Until then, just short trips into the mountains of BC. :) (not so bad)
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Sounds like a good plan. Norway is an amazing country, expensive but gorgeous! I was there a few years ago and it took my breath away! If you plan to make it above the article circle, I have some very good friends in Tromso that are also involved in arts and photography. Let me know if you want me to hook you guys up...

Cheers
Mr. D
 
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DAV!D

Adventurer
Thanks for the info on the top, I didn't realize they had them as a factory option.

Far as ca tops, yea I've checked those out, I just liked how yours was lower in the front.
 
T.Low

T.Low

Expedition Leader
Shoot me a PM if you'd prefer to have a second vehicle along for any BC mountains trips. Had a nice Vancouver Island trip this year but would still like to get out more.

And just like getting out with other vans in general. My usual traveling partner is a 1 ton Ford Sportsmobile, Railvan.
 
thedjjack

thedjjack

Dream it build it
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