My Targa top conversion :)
Safety Car
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From: pueblo co
very nice..i would like to see more pics of how it finished off closer to the inside of the car. and how is the seal ? better then oem or just the same..thanks..and again..looks amazing ..and should of came that way from the factory
Drifting
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Burning Brakes
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From: Alpha/Coopersburg NJ/PA
Good work using the FRC so that the frame integrity wouldn't be comped under high torque loads. I'd say it looks factory stock, but since these are GM cars, I guess it looks better than that.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Prattville AL
Here are some pics of the top in the trunk. Sorry the car is dirty...lots of rain here. Seal is good, no leaks 
And to answer any other questions. The frame is stronger in FRC then any other C5 vette. This car has a 600 HP 408 ci motor. and is on a road course all the time. Just let me know is you have any other questions.
Thanks, Eric
And to answer any other questions. The frame is stronger in FRC then any other C5 vette. This car has a 600 HP 408 ci motor. and is on a road course all the time. Just let me know is you have any other questions.
Thanks, Eric
Drifting
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Pictures/Write-up
Really like what you did. Ifyou have more information I would really appreciate. Please forward to: quagliaroli@aol.com
QUOTE=Dominic Toretto;1579994327]Your targa bolts have more than likely come out of alignment..
To the OP, the conversion looks great! I always like how these conversions turn out. Good job.
-Alex[/QUOTE]
QUOTE=Dominic Toretto;1579994327]Your targa bolts have more than likely come out of alignment..
To the OP, the conversion looks great! I always like how these conversions turn out. Good job.
-Alex[/QUOTE]
Melting Slicks
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the C5 frame is incredibly stiff no matter if it has a top or not. You will note that they no longer make FRC's for the C6.
Melting Slicks
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From: Bedford MA
I dont know how I missed this thread when it was originally posted..... BUT
IT LOOKS AWESOME! Like some said, It should have come from the factory like that. I think if all FRC owner saw that you would have a ton of takers on the mod. I can imagine it wasnt cheap for you to do but it looks very well done. Absolutely incredible to look at. I haven't seen one like that ever and I was just
: smiliedrool: at the pics! I just cant state how much I like the look of the removable top on an FRC
IT LOOKS AWESOME! Like some said, It should have come from the factory like that. I think if all FRC owner saw that you would have a ton of takers on the mod. I can imagine it wasnt cheap for you to do but it looks very well done. Absolutely incredible to look at. I haven't seen one like that ever and I was just
: smiliedrool: at the pics! I just cant state how much I like the look of the removable top on an FRC
Team Owner
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From: San Diego
I dont know how I missed this thread when it was originally posted..... BUT
IT LOOKS AWESOME! Like some said, It should have come from the factory like that. I think if all FRC owner saw that you would have a ton of takers on the mod. I can imagine it wasnt cheap for you to do but it looks very well done. Absolutely incredible to look at. I haven't seen one like that ever and I was just: smiliedrool: at the pics! I just cant state how much I like the look of the removable top on an FRC
IT LOOKS AWESOME! Like some said, It should have come from the factory like that. I think if all FRC owner saw that you would have a ton of takers on the mod. I can imagine it wasnt cheap for you to do but it looks very well done. Absolutely incredible to look at. I haven't seen one like that ever and I was just
: smiliedrool: at the pics! I just cant state how much I like the look of the removable top on an FRC
Le Mans Master
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From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
One day driving in the town where I live I was passed by a black FRC with the targa roof off. I was stunned. It looked so damn good. I've never seen the car again, but corresponded with the owner here on the forum. It's something I've thought about for a long time, since my first C5 was a targa coupe and I miss the removable roof. That would complete my car. Excellent job and I'm jealous! How hard is this to do for someone with a lot of car building skills and what is the $ investment parts wise? I've built a prize winning street rod so I've got plenty of tools and I like challenges.
