Thought I'd Share My Low-Cost Hardtop

[rx7locost]

Today, I completed my hardtop project. It was inspired by a video that I saw during the Midwest Gathering. Hinged off the rollbar and latched at the front stanchions, it is balanced by a gas spring. Hope you enjoy.

[locost7018]

Man that is sweeeeet!!!! Russ

[James A]

Nice job! Do the "doors seal to it?

[Off Road SHO]

It looks like everyone was "prayin" that it would work as designed.

[rx7locost]

Nice job! Do the "doors seal to it?

Thanks. Of course the doors seal. That is if and when I ever decide to build doors. Maybe next year's project.

 

It looks like everyone was "prayin" that it would work as designed.

I wasn't sure if he was a-prayin' or just giving it "last rights":blueangel:

 

Thanks for the "sweeeeet", Russ.

 

Chuck

[snookwheel]

Love it! what material did you use for the top, and how did you form it? I really like that idea.

 

Scott

[rx7locost]

It is fiberglass mat and polyester resin. The basic buck was made from pink foam, Usually pink foam and std polyester resin are not compatible. It was an unconventional approach but one that worked for me. The full writeup is on my build log over on LocostUSA.com.

 

starting :

http://www.locostusa.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=4145&start=450

[raceral]

Great job, I guess I now have another winter project to add to my list.

You have may already mentioned this, but how is the buffeting?

 

Al

Edited August 23, 2012 by raceral

[rx7locost]

I don't know yet. Maybe I'll get a chance to stretch the legs on Saturday.

[MHKflyer52]

Very cool.....I like the concept and the styling of the flip top for accessing the car.

[rikker]

Love the shot of the Locust on the Locost !