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Old Aug 24, 2019 | 12:13 PM
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Was just trying to get a idea because if the glass is really heavy then I wouldnt want to keep removing it solo in fear of dropping it...
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Old Aug 24, 2019 | 05:00 PM
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Originally Posted by MiNuS31
Was just trying to get a idea because if the glass is really heavy then I wouldnt want to keep removing it solo in fear of dropping it...
I am 5'6 and 130 lbs. I remove and put back the transparent top all by myself with no issue.
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The painted top is carbon fiber?
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Old Aug 24, 2019 | 05:07 PM
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The painted top is carbon fiber?
Mine (2018) is. I think the newer ones are.
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Old Aug 24, 2019 | 08:11 PM
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Originally Posted by JMII

I'm thinking of getting another to help. Its not that the top is heavy... its just awkward in size and shape.
Preferably take it on and off when the wind isn't blowing. It's a big sail. Other than that, not a problem.

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Originally Posted by DreamMachine7
The painted top is carbon fiber?
Correct. You could get exposed CF or painted. Hood is CF too but it’s painted so you don’t see the weave.
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Correct. You could get exposed CF or painted. Hood is CF too but it’s painted so you don’t see the weave.
Cool thanks, they feel very light so I figured they are carbon fiber or fiberglass. The rear hatch is also very light. Carbon fiber or fiberglass or does it just feel light because of the hydraulics?
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Originally Posted by Triplethefun
I am 5'6 and 130 lbs. I remove and put back the transparent top all by myself with no issue.
Ok cool then I shouldn't have a problem...thanks...
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