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jaros44sr 09-12-2013 06:13 PM

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Im thinking 200 is bit on high side, but as you say, better then 400

skorpioskorpio 09-12-2013 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Boneyard (Post 6266087)
That would be me. I'm having a hard time finding someone to produce 2 or 3 at a time for a reasonable price. The way it looks now I would have to sell them for 1500 each.

I don't see that being unreasonable if the quality is on par with what Jaros looks like. Is that a real number? Would it be textured or gelled at that? I assume the molds are smooth and the texture is an after the fact thing.

...and is it doable in carbon and if so how much more would that be?

mcmlxix 09-12-2013 06:14 PM

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I think some carbon fiber is in order here....

Actually I would like a full top in CF....

jaros44sr 09-12-2013 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by skorpioskorpio (Post 6266241)
I don't see that being unreasonable if the quality is on par with what Jaros looks like. Is that a real number? Would it be textured or gelled at that? I assume the molds are smooth and the texture is an after the fact thing.

...and is it doable in carbon and if so how much more would that be?

Actually, i agree with you, not unreasonable price at all. The product is not out there in any shape or form. Just a very limited market, but with limited production numbers, that shouldnt be a problem. Shipping is the biggest cost, building a pallet and all

Boneyard 09-12-2013 08:17 PM

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The tops made from the molds I bought from Jurassic-1 weight about 75lbs. The paper work that came with the molds said "should be 60-65lbs finished" but I would say 75lbs is closer. These are the same molds used by Glasstite, Creative Products, Elite Custom Products, and Minnesota Truck Products.

Big Block 09-12-2013 08:22 PM

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If the price would be in the $500 range I would buy one tomorrow.

FireBros. 09-12-2013 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Block (Post 6266430)
If the price would be in the $500 range I would buy one tomorrow.

+1
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RLONG 09-13-2013 01:52 PM

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I would buy a lot at that price. I gave 1000.00 for one last year with out the back wall the guy says materials are more now so would be higher if he made any more.

FireBros. 09-13-2013 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by RLONG (Post 6267477)
I would buy a lot at that price. I gave 1000.00 for one last year with out the back wall the guy says materials are more now so would be higher if he made any more.

This is probably close to what the market can handle. I've seen a few change hands at this price, including used ones. It's also not that much more than what a soft top costs nowadays, which I would consider a competing product for a lot of people.
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jaros44sr 09-13-2013 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by FireBros. (Post 6267508)
This is probably close to what the market can handle. I've seen a few change hands at this price, including used ones. It's also not that much more than what a soft top costs nowadays, which I would consider a competing product for a lot of people.
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But, on the comfort level of 40 year old heating system, i would prefer a 1/2 top that i only have to heat a smaller space

FireBros. 09-15-2013 06:53 PM

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I don't need the heat down here in southeast Texas, but half cabs definitely have a cool look.
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jaros44sr 09-15-2013 10:33 PM

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Ill agree with you on the 'cool factor', makes it much easier for an ol man to have the wind in his hair (what little i have left), plus my wifey digs convertibles

Chulisohombre 09-17-2013 10:49 AM

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Found mine in the junkyard for 20 bucks. Truck was gone and I walked I've the end of it and was like no that can't be what I think it is. Lol. I sold it a couple years ago for 200. The guy had been looking for about 10 years for one. Weighed about 140 pounds. I carried it on my back out of the yard I pulled it from.
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truckeez 09-17-2013 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by RLONG (Post 6267477)
I would buy a lot at that price. I gave 1000.00 for one last year with out the back wall the guy says materials are more now so would be higher if he made any more.

Yes I made your top (have you got it installed yet-how about pictures)
truckeez at yaw who

yea there's really no way someone can make stuff like the 69-72 tops for a $500.00 dollar bill, the materials have jumped way up--doubling each of the last two yrs. I have to charge $550 for the 76-91 custom cab back panels alone, and do the other pieces as add ons. i can crank out a few before it gets too cool--by early novenmber its too late.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=538942

FireBros. 09-17-2013 05:17 PM

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One can always dream of a low cost option, but I think if a high quality lightweight half cab were available, you could sell them. Even at a much higher price.
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RLONG 09-17-2013 05:48 PM

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No Truckeez I have not installed the top yet i think I will before winter when I do I will post pics. I still have not built the wall for it either and may have to move my roll bar back hopefully in a couple of weeks can install.

truckeez 09-17-2013 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by FireBros. (Post 6273980)
One can always dream of a low cost option, but I think if a high quality lightweight half cab were available, you could sell them. Even at a much higher price.
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My stuff is First Rate quality,,its just the typical American thinks anything fiberglass is cheap and made by an alcohalic that runs a chopper gun all day. lots of it is too, gives everyone who designs and builds good stuff a bad rap,,

and also the fact that 69-72 is labor INTENSIVE

bcdeutsch731 09-18-2013 05:22 PM

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You are not the only one, I would be interested as well. I have been looking for one for about 4 months now with no luck.

RLONG 09-19-2013 10:21 AM

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The top that is shown on the dog boxes could be the one I bought from truckeez looks identical .

skorpioskorpio 09-19-2013 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by RLONG (Post 6276447)
The top that is shown on the dog boxes could be the one I bought from truckeez looks identical .

I am interested to see it on your truck. Are you going to leave it black or paint to match your truck?

Sillyoldman 09-20-2013 07:00 AM

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This thread is close to getting shut down.;)

andrewmp6 09-20-2013 07:41 AM

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The same kinda top for the 2nd gen blazers is a grand from us body source,But they are not known for making the best fitting stuff either.

Liz 09-20-2013 08:01 AM

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*side note (and hopefully not a long drawn out one as chicks tend to do :rolleyes:)

Vending.. read the stickies. If you are a vendor, you need to have a vendor subscription. Talking about your product in threads, giving your email for it etc is indeed advertising. You can not do so without the proper membership tier. If you need help in doing so, please contact an admin.
Thanks...

RLONG 09-20-2013 12:06 PM

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SKORPIOSKORPIO / I am going to have my blazer wrapped so thinking of white. The top is kinda a dark dark blue looking right now.

truckeez 09-20-2013 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Liz (Post 6277795)
*side note (and hopefully not a long drawn out one as chicks tend to do :rolleyes:)

Vending.. read the stickies. If you are a vendor, you need to have a vendor subscription. Talking about your product in threads, giving your email for it etc is indeed advertising. You can not do so without the proper membership tier. If you need help in doing so, please contact an admin.
Thanks...

Liz - I sent a message to Jeff concerning this two days ago and he did not reply.


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