67-72 Chop tops - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

boraxman · 08-01-2005, 01:23 PM

Seen a couple on Ebay lately and was wondering if any members here are sporting one? Pics?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevr...spagenameZWDVW

96blazr · 08-01-2005, 01:56 PM

Looks like a Jolly Green Gaint stepped on it. LMAO!!!

It just doesn't look quite right, does it?

laplander · 08-01-2005, 02:01 PM

It looks like the front of the roof is taller than the back. Might be an optical illusion, but it does look funky.

Nik

69 longhorn · 08-01-2005, 03:10 PM

Yes, i have a 4" chopped 69......copy & paste my sig, the pics are there.

L

boraxman · 08-01-2005, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69 longhorn

Yes, i have a 4" chopped 69......copy & paste my sig, the pics are there.

L

Looks better on the longbeds. How did you cut the glass down?

Putter · 08-01-2005, 03:50 PM

I was just thinking...wouldn't a big window be easier to chop? I mean, much less metal to have warp.
And I love the way they covered the work on the inside with upholstry (sp).

AND, they are using the ...."selling it for his widow"....theme (may be true, but there are a LOT of crooks out there.)

mocwon · 08-01-2005, 04:12 PM

The engine isn't out of an '86, it's at least a '90 since it's a Speed Density setup rather than MAF. Or..... it's a combination of years converted to SD.

69 longhorn · 08-01-2005, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by boraxman

Looks better on the longbeds. How did you cut the glass down?

Very carefully! I worked in glass for about 10yrs, so flat saftey sheet was no biggie for me to cut......that curved sheild is another story tho! It take a lot of time & patience to cut that curved windsheild(about 6 hrs trimming, then off to the belt sander to smooth the edges. If you get to look at a copy of HOW TO CHOP TOPS , by Tex Smith, it will show you the glass cutting tricks, as well as several ways to slice our favorite truck

The bottom line on the glass tho, is that you have to have a "feel" for it to play with the curved stuff. The stuff is taken off a little at a time(curved cuts, about 3" long 1" deep ) all the way across, till you get closer to size. Then you take shorter /shallower cuts , so you have less sanding to do. that was my 1st curved pcs to cut, & it was used (i would only be out 25 bones if I broke it!) As it turned out, I wish I had started with a new glass......that old sheild has a few scratches

69L

sneakysnake · 08-02-2005, 11:51 PM

Some say cut the glass and build the top to it. I dread putting glass in mine,I even cut down a sliding back glass for it.

**JIMs70GMC** · 08-03-2005, 06:48 AM

I know a guy selling a chopped cab, 71 I believe, windshield glass needs to be recut some kids hit it and it's cracked, but is there for a template the other glass is good. Has surface rust, anybody interested and I'll go by and take a pic. Cab is sitting on a frame w/ a long bed but it's not the best. no motor/tranny. I think he wants $475. no interior. Randy70c-10 and wootdog have seen it.

69 longhorn · 08-03-2005, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sneakysnake

Some say cut the glass and build the top to it. I dread putting glass in mine,I even cut down a sliding back glass for it.

"Make the truck fit the glass".....is especially true on the on the late stuff, with curved door glass

on the old stuff, any glass shop can cut side windows, or rear glass from safety sheet. you can also make patterns & have tempered glass made for the sides & rear(a little more pricey, but a better way to go).

crazyL

08-01-2005, 01:23 PM	#1
boraxman Keepin an eye out Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: So.Cal Posts: 3,921	67-72 Chop tops Seen a couple on Ebay lately and was wondering if any members here are sporting one? Pics? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevr...spagenameZWDVW __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3 1996 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 2007 Vespa GTS 250 Scooter ZIP 91351

08-01-2005, 01:56 PM	#2
96blazr Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: VA Posts: 740	Looks like a Jolly Green Gaint stepped on it. LMAO!!! It just doesn't look quite right, does it? __________________ 1968 SWB. GMPP 350/350 Turbo Trans, Edelbrock Performer & Carb. Hedman Hedders, Hooker Aerochambers Mufflers. Tuff Stuff Alternators. Remember, no matter where you go, There you are. Gary

08-01-2005, 03:10 PM	#4
69 longhorn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: rock island,il,usa Posts: 5,382	Yes, i have a 4" chopped 69......copy & paste my sig, the pics are there. L __________________ http://community.webshots.com/user/hotrodhorn

08-01-2005, 03:50 PM	#6
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	I was just thinking...wouldn't a big window be easier to chop? I mean, much less metal to have warp. And I love the way they covered the work on the inside with upholstry (sp). AND, they are using the ...."selling it for his widow"....theme (may be true, but there are a LOT of crooks out there.) __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

08-01-2005, 04:12 PM	#7
mocwon Keep On Truckin' Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Buda, Texas Posts: 1,354	The engine isn't out of an '86, it's at least a '90 since it's a Speed Density setup rather than MAF. Or..... it's a combination of years converted to SD. __________________ Just Passin' Thru Some projects are like herding cats; others are like putting out fires; this one was like herding cats on fire.....

08-01-2005, 02:01 PM	#3
laplander Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: NM Posts: 705	It looks like the front of the roof is taller than the back. Might be an optical illusion, but it does look funky. Nik

08-02-2005, 11:51 PM	#9
sneakysnake It's a catastrophic success. Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,077	Some say cut the glass and build the top to it. I dread putting glass in mine,I even cut down a sliding back glass for it.

08-03-2005, 06:48 AM	#10
JIMs70GMC user # 2756 Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Chesapeake, Virginia Posts: 4,612	I know a guy selling a chopped cab, 71 I believe, windshield glass needs to be recut some kids hit it and it's cracked, but is there for a template the other glass is good. Has surface rust, anybody interested and I'll go by and take a pic. Cab is sitting on a frame w/ a long bed but it's not the best. no motor/tranny. I think he wants $475. no interior. Randy70c-10 and wootdog have seen it. __________________ 1970 K25, 8' stepside bed 350/465/205 44 up front, 60 in the rear 4.10s rolling on 33" Dunlop MTs 1986 K5, 350/465/208 Dana 60/14 bolt from a cucv 36" Super Swampers TSL/SX 1983 K20 w/ CUCV axles, 350/700R4/208 sitting on 37" Goodyears 1986 M1031 6.2 diesel, TH400/NP205 locker in the rear and a LS in the front, all stock for now..... 1986 K30, 350/400/205 dana 60 and 14 bolt. I kept the drivetrain. Body/bad and chassis are gone. 1981 K30, 350/465/205 dana 60 and dually 14 bolt. Has a G80, and a flat bed. Going to replace the flat bed. 1985 K20, 350/400/208 10 bolt and SF 14 bolt. I wonder where I can find some 1 tons. Hmmmmm



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