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nineball 06-08-2013 07:39 PM

i'm just here for my good looks, todd is the brains/brawn at making the tops.

nice to see you around again.

ps> working on the j-latch version as we speak and making nice progress...

antares 06-08-2013 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlueSkyJaunte (Post 7390310)
You you callin' a newbie, Mr. Johnny-come-lately? SmileWavy

Johnny - come - lately.... ? Ohhhh SmileWavy

RSTarga 06-09-2013 09:33 AM

So does the top fit any year without modification to the front window frame?
On my Saratoga top the latches go in just like the factory soft top.

nineball 06-09-2013 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by RSTarga (Post 7489016)
So does the top fit any year without modification to the front window frame?
On my Saratoga top the latches go in just like the factory soft top.


the current version for sale uses the factory hardtop mounting system which is different than any other factory targa mounting setup. we are currently working on making a j-hook version.

toddc 06-10-2013 04:52 AM

Yep.

We're getting close to having the J-hook frame model done.

vulcan300 06-19-2013 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by nineball (Post 7489477)
the current version for sale uses the factory hardtop mounting system which is different than any other factory targa mounting setup. we are currently working on making a j-hook version.

Is a roller latch version planned as well? I've recommended the top to a customer with an 81 SC. Either the current model or the J-Hook would work well for him. Are you contemplating a wholesale price for these tops for shops like mine that may want to sell them to our customers?

toddc 06-20-2013 04:57 AM

A roller latch version may come next, right now I'm working on finishing the j-hook frames.

Targamaniac, just pm'd you.

toddc 07-09-2013 03:28 AM

Progress has been slow due to other commitments however I'm still moving along on it.

The j-hook bottom is nearly completely modeled and I hop to be laying up the tool over the weekend.

Regards,http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1373369308.jpg

Jack Stands 10-11-2013 04:17 PM

any updates? These certainly look beautiful.

timmy2 10-11-2013 04:55 PM

It's that time of the year where people are thinking about needing a hardtop soon.. Next month mine will be going on. :)

toddc 10-12-2013 06:10 AM

Plenty of distractions due to merging with another company. We're fitting bits and opieces in as we can based on priorities.

I hope to have an update in the near future

timmy2 12-01-2013 11:51 AM

Todd,
Any chance you will be selling the old style latch assemblies for these tops anytime?
I asked about them a while ago but received no response.
(Last April)

toddc 12-02-2013 03:28 AM

Hi Dennis,

that factory hard top latch has been a major stumbling block for us.
It's something that we have been unsuccessful in finding and simply can't afford to have stamped.

We have decided to focus efforts on the j-hook version next and are making some small progress as we can.

If someone else out there can helps source factory hard top latches, we would love the help!

Thanks,

toddc 02-20-2014 03:33 AM

Getting closer,

the J-Hook bottom frame model is now fully formed and ready for surfacing...
With any luck, we'll be building the mold next week.

Stay tuned!
Thanks,
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1392899584.jpg

redridge 02-20-2014 06:36 AM

looking good!

snbush67 02-20-2014 07:02 PM

...Just when you thought a Targa couldn't get any sexier.

Looks like an exceptional piece that will increase performance over the original top.

nineball 02-21-2014 07:33 AM

you still have that lexan top you made shane? always liked the look of that one.

bugstrider 02-21-2014 07:47 AM

Very COOL!!!

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snbush67 02-22-2014 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by nineball (Post 7923490)
you still have that lexan top you made shane? always liked the look of that one.

I do have it, its holding up well, some small surface wear nothing noticeable. Thanks.

It would be interesting to frame a smaller piece of tinted lexan into your tops for those who want the see through option. SmileWavy

toddc 02-24-2014 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snbush67 (Post 7924961)
I do have it, its holding up well, some small surface wear nothing noticeable. Thanks.

It would be interesting to frame a smaller piece of tinted lexan into your tops for those who want the see through option. SmileWavy




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