Slanted metal hard top
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Slanted metal hard top
Well I've started to make a hard top out of 14 gauge sheet metal. Here's how far I am, should be done by this weekend.
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Very interesting concept. I like it. Is it gonna be removable? Totally enclosed? Are you gonna reinforce the slanted portion? Does the jeep have any structural support now that you chopped it?
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It's actually gonna be welded to the body, and as soon as it's done I plan to make a roll cage for support
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I agree with wonders, I love the concept. However, I would reinforce the cap and make it removable, with bolt holes to make it easy to remove/replace. One big reason is that you'll need access to the back and inside to do proper cage work. Just my .02
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Wasn't really the plan when I cut it off.... planned to move the hatch up to then back seats and have a small bed in the back. But the I figured I'd do something Completely different
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looking good man, any updates? I did this on my 94 zj and welded it too the body. I used square tube to support it around the hatch. if you have any questions feel free to ask. took the taillights out so I didnt smash them on the trail.