Blazer half cabs

[jaros44sr]

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

[skorpioskorpio]

Originally Posted by Boneyard

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]

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

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

[jaros44sr]

Originally Posted by skorpioskorpio

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]

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]

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

[FireBros.]

Originally Posted by Big Block

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

+1
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[RLONG]

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.]

Originally Posted by RLONG

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]

Originally Posted by FireBros.

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.]

I don't need the heat down here in southeast Texas, but half cabs definitely have a cool look.
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[jaros44sr]

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]

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]

Originally Posted by RLONG

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.]

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]

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]

Originally Posted by FireBros.

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]

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]

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

[skorpioskorpio]

Originally Posted by RLONG

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]

This thread is close to getting shut down.

[andrewmp6]

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]

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

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]

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]

Originally Posted by Liz

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

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.