Convert from Coupe to Convertable
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Racer
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From: Liberty Township OH
Convert from Coupe to Convertable
How hard & how expensive would this be?
The way I see it, it would require a new rear clip, convertable top/mechanism, x-brace, and a front winshield. After that just a little body work & paint.
Am I missing something?
The way I see it, it would require a new rear clip, convertable top/mechanism, x-brace, and a front winshield. After that just a little body work & paint.
Am I missing something?
Pro
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From: clovis ca usa calif
Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (Polar LT4)
just cut the top off with a chain saw. be sure to wear protective eye wear 'cause lots'a crap will be flying through the air. smooth out all the ruff edges with duck tape and paint over it. remember, everybody makes fun of red necks 'till their car breaks down.
Race Director
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From: Southern CA
Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (Polar LT4)
There's a kit advertised in the Vette mag's. Take off the rear glass & attach this rear "deck". I'd be much more inclined to do that than butcher a perfectly good coupe. Probably cheaper too!
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Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (Lone Ranger)
Sell your coupe and buy a vert. Only choice that makes money sense.
[Modified by Lone Ranger, 6:47 PM 4/14/2003]
[Modified by Lone Ranger, 6:47 PM 4/14/2003]
Le Mans Master
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From: Alive and well in Burlington NC
Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (Mr Mojo)
Sell your coupe and buy a vert. Only choice that makes money sense.
[Modified by Lone Ranger, 6:47 PM 4/14/2003] :iagree:
[Modified by Lone Ranger, 6:47 PM 4/14/2003] :iagree:
Team Owner
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From: Summerland B.C. Canada
Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (james holley)
just cut the top off with a chain saw. be sure to wear protective eye wear 'cause lots'a crap will be flying through the air. smooth out all the ruff edges with duck tape and paint over it. remember, everybody makes fun of red necks 'till their car breaks down.
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From: Delta BC
Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (AGENT 86)
Do not use a chain saw to cut through metal...it is dangerous. Sell it and buy a convertible, but if you feel you must change this car use a hacksaw. The chainsaw will buck back when it hits the metal and likely put a very nice part in your hair! Please make sure your will is up-to-date.
Le Mans Master
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From: Northern tip of Virginia
Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (safety_match)
take your coupe, with extra cash, to the nearest Corvette dealer.
leave your coupe + cash with him................
drive home in a convertable from his inventory.
Thats the easiest conversion that I know of.
leave your coupe + cash with him................
drive home in a convertable from his inventory.
Thats the easiest conversion that I know of.
Safety Car
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From: Connectivette
Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (Polar LT4)
Burning Brakes
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Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (chucks88)
I've considered the product within the link. You can convert (no pun intended) to coupe in the winter, etc.
http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...AEPVUSVMJXFWVF
http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...AEPVUSVMJXFWVF
Intermediate
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From: Mahtomedi MN
Re: Convert from Coupe to Convertable (Polar LT4)
When cutting fiberglass with a saw, including a chain saw, be sure to ware eye-protection and a respirator. You don’t want that stuff in your eyes and especially not in your lungs...
Just Kidding
Sell the coupe and buy a vert!
:iagree: :cheers:
Just Kidding
Sell the coupe and buy a vert!
:iagree: :cheers:
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