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stomper · 02-10-2014, 09:22 PM

I posted this on my local groups FB page and thought I'd share it here too. Generally I like 'em original but I think this is neat.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/4322677498.html

**special-K** · 02-11-2014, 12:35 PM

That's cool and a great idea. Always thought about doing the same. Problem these days is finding a good donor Blazer windshield frame,not enough for the Blazers as is.This (these) is a (are) part(s) well worth reproducing,what with the value of a good Blazer these days. No sense in making the other panels is the windshield will still me crusty...AND pickup guys can do this. Especially to pickups with rusted out header panel/drip rail areas

leftybass209 · 02-11-2014, 01:39 PM

Cool looking. I'd be curious about actual function, but cool none the less.

**Cash3481** · 02-11-2014, 01:46 PM

wasnt this the craze in the late 80s with the mini truck croud?
I think the company still makes the kits dont they?
Just my thought when I saw the pics...
Before anyone says anything... yes I was around then and yes I had my license then too. LOL

Mike

dirtyjim · 02-11-2014, 02:28 PM

A friend of mine had one in the early 90's and said it was fun for a weekend truck but as a daily driver it squeaked too much and leaked every time it rained

**special-K** · 02-12-2014, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cash3481

wasnt this the craze in the late 80s with the mini truck croud?
I think the company still makes the kits dont they?
Just my thought when I saw the pics...
Before anyone says anything... yes I was around then and yes I had my license then too. LOL

Mike

Ratical Tops

SS Tim · 02-12-2014, 12:37 AM

Thought about doing this to a rusty roof Longhorn I found for summer running. But for the dust here and the windshield header source problem I don't think its worth the effort. Still, I do like having the tops off my 99 SS Camaro. Here is a thread on one members efforts. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...83#post6030983

resto newbie · 02-12-2014, 12:58 AM

I like it. Convertibles are fun. Here's mine.

stomper · 02-12-2014, 01:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS Tim

Thought about doing this to a rusty roof Longhorn I found for summer running. But for the dust here and the windshield header source problem I don't think its worth the effort. Still, I do like having the tops off my 99 SS Camaro. Here is a thread on one members efforts. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...83#post6030983

Haha I was the first to respond in that thread after the build pix were posted. I guess I like these things. Yes I was around for the California style convertible mini trucks. Remember the Dodge Dakota factory convertible?

SS Tim · 02-12-2014, 01:33 AM

Installed a more that few Rag Time Mini tops in my day. Never really liked the fact that the window frame really just flopped around on the mini conversions. But then it didn't have the vent window structure to support it like the Blazer. There was also a company called Sun Tiger that did square body Chevys around 79-80 IIRC.

Not too long ago I did this as a concept for gooseneck hauler.
A tucked dually with a air bagged rear end to keep to managable empty/detached.

02-10-2014, 09:22 PM	#1
stomper Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,695	Half cab on a SWB - CL - Not Mine. I posted this on my local groups FB page and thought I'd share it here too. Generally I like 'em original but I think this is neat. http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/4322677498.html Attached Images __________________ "I was patina when patina wasn't cool." 1973 Cheyenne SWB Gold White Fleetsides/Saddle

02-11-2014, 12:35 PM	#2
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Half cab on a SWB - CL - Not Mine. That's cool and a great idea. Always thought about doing the same. Problem these days is finding a good donor Blazer windshield frame,not enough for the Blazers as is.This (these) is a (are) part(s) well worth reproducing,what with the value of a good Blazer these days. No sense in making the other panels is the windshield will still me crusty...AND pickup guys can do this. Especially to pickups with rusted out header panel/drip rail areas __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-11-2014, 01:39 PM	#3
leftybass209 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 2,186	Re: Half cab on a SWB - CL - Not Mine. Cool looking. I'd be curious about actual function, but cool none the less.

02-11-2014, 01:46 PM	#4
Cash3481 Loves all GMC trucks Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Columbia Mo Posts: 4,435	Re: Half cab on a SWB - CL - Not Mine. wasnt this the craze in the late 80s with the mini truck croud? I think the company still makes the kits dont they? Just my thought when I saw the pics... Before anyone says anything... yes I was around then and yes I had my license then too. LOL Mike

02-11-2014, 02:28 PM	#5
dirtyjim Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: alvin, texas Posts: 622	Re: Half cab on a SWB - CL - Not Mine. A friend of mine had one in the early 90's and said it was fun for a weekend truck but as a daily driver it squeaked too much and leaked every time it rained __________________ 1967 C10 lwb two tone, 305 & rat fink style floor shifted 700r4, 20" steelies 2004 2500HD utility bed aka Brutus

02-12-2014, 12:37 AM	#7
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,504	Re: Half cab on a SWB - CL - Not Mine. Thought about doing this to a rusty roof Longhorn I found for summer running. But for the dust here and the windshield header source problem I don't think its worth the effort. Still, I do like having the tops off my 99 SS Camaro. Here is a thread on one members efforts. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...83#post6030983 __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

02-12-2014, 12:58 AM	#8
resto newbie Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Hartselle, Alabama Posts: 330	Re: Half cab on a SWB - CL - Not Mine. I like it. Convertibles are fun. Here's mine. Attached Images

02-12-2014, 01:33 AM	#10
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,504	Re: Half cab on a SWB - CL - Not Mine. Installed a more that few Rag Time Mini tops in my day. Never really liked the fact that the window frame really just flopped around on the mini conversions. But then it didn't have the vent window structure to support it like the Blazer. There was also a company called Sun Tiger that did square body Chevys around 79-80 IIRC. Not too long ago I did this as a concept for gooseneck hauler. A tucked dually with a air bagged rear end to keep to managable empty/detached. Attached Images __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban Last edited by SS Tim; 02-12-2014 at 01:50 AM.



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