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Old Jun 5, 2003 | 07:28 PM
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I was wondering how much heavier is the Vert then the coupe sence the vert has the extra x frame?
How much does the Hard top for the vert add to the car?

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Old Jun 5, 2003 | 10:15 PM
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I was wondering how much heavier is the Vert then the coupe sence the vert has the extra x frame?
How much does the Hard top for the vert add to the car?

Thanks!!
All I can tell you is my vert with hardtop and 1/2 tank of fuel, no driver, Dana 44, and GS wheels was a porking 3400 pounds on a certified scale. This was before I had a rollbar, Z51 sway bars, harnesses, or fire extinguisher.

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Old Jun 5, 2003 | 11:36 PM
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My 96 CE LT4 vert with GS Wheels, Dana 44, Aux. Hd top, and 1/2 tank of gas weighed in at 3500 with me in the seat. I weigh 180 Lbs.
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Old Jun 6, 2003 | 06:02 AM
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How much would a stock 88 Convertible weigh?
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Old Jun 6, 2003 | 09:51 AM
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The hardtop and all the associated atachment brackets weigh exactly 71 pounds. I do not know the exact weight of the X-frame but I did have it off the car (for a header change) and my guess is 10-15 pounds. It is made from stamped mild steal and is not as substantial looking as the aftermarket tubular ones.
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Old Jun 7, 2003 | 02:54 AM
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Well I still have this Motor Trend magazine in front of me. It covers all models for 90. 90 zr1 weighs 3481, 90 coupe 6spd 3300, 90 coupe auto 3284 and 90 convert. auto 3336lbs. Hope this helps. :seeya
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