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OARNGESI · 03-17-2009, 09:14 PM

That could pretty cool with the update

yotaforce · 03-17-2009, 10:04 PM

Probably going to bring it back from wild to mild. When it's done, I'm just going to sell it. I have enough cars in the shop now, including my '68.

Jim Osborne · 03-22-2009, 11:25 AM

Thanks for the info guys Just trying to get all the ideals & info before I get started My glass guy said not to cut the windsheld post in the middle because they cant cut the glass in the middle he said cut the post at the top as close as I could and take my 2" out there He said the glass is easier fit that way what is your alls take on that.

yotaforce · 03-22-2009, 07:58 PM

It does not matter how close to the middle or top of the pillar you cut it because the middle to the top is a straight line. It only has curve toward the bottom. We took the three inches right off of the top of the windshield, after making our chop cuts about 4-5" down from the top.

1lo67 · 03-22-2009, 09:02 PM

I have one forsale it wud save you lots of time.

**Tim Christian** · 03-22-2009, 09:14 PM

I have personally seen the cab 1lo67 has for sale and it is AWESOME!!!!!! Not your typical chop.

Jim Osborne · 03-22-2009, 10:29 PM

How much is it choped and what are you asking for it an maybe you could show a pitcure thanks

leroyseip · 12-26-2010, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by bigsnookmaster

Don't be scared to chop it,but be aware there is a lot of work to do it.I'll give you a few tips: Mark and measure all window and door openings in several spots and write these measurements down on paper as a refrerence! Don't skip this! Set the truck the way you want it, then use a level to make level lines, example: When you take 4" off the a pillar,the piece you take out is about 5-1/8 " long because of the angle. Make your top cuts first,then the posts will be solid to take the piece off. Put a piece of filler sheetmetal tack welded in the rear posts,to use as a guide and to prevent any hollow spots when you weld the top back on.Measure,measure,measure,tack weld and then finish weld when you know everything is right! Use plenty of supports when you mock things up.You will have to section the top and use filler strips,unless you have some extra cabs. Don't lean the posts! I welded a skin over mine to clean up the filler strips,and use a lot less Bondo. Dare to be Different! P.M. me if you have any other questions.Good Luck

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leroyseip · 12-26-2010, 11:49 PM

Hello I saw your truck that was chopped I want to do the same thing what was the amount you remove anyway i could call you on the phone im in california
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03-17-2009, 09:14 PM	#26
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Need how to advice on chopping A top That could pretty cool with the update __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

03-17-2009, 10:04 PM	#27
yotaforce Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Rutherfordton, NC Posts: 89	Re: Need how to advice on chopping A top Probably going to bring it back from wild to mild. When it's done, I'm just going to sell it. I have enough cars in the shop now, including my '68. __________________ When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. When I was laid off, I opened my own business. So now I need a bailout to keep my business open, so I can hire more help, so I can stimulate our economy, so people can pay on their mortgage, so the mortgage company won't need a multi-billion dollar bailout!

03-22-2009, 11:25 AM	#28
Jim Osborne Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Crumpler, North Carolina Posts: 93	Re: Need how to advice on chopping A top Thanks for the info guys Just trying to get all the ideals & info before I get started My glass guy said not to cut the windsheld post in the middle because they cant cut the glass in the middle he said cut the post at the top as close as I could and take my 2" out there He said the glass is easier fit that way what is your alls take on that.

03-22-2009, 07:58 PM	#29
yotaforce Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Rutherfordton, NC Posts: 89	Re: Need how to advice on chopping A top It does not matter how close to the middle or top of the pillar you cut it because the middle to the top is a straight line. It only has curve toward the bottom. We took the three inches right off of the top of the windshield, after making our chop cuts about 4-5" down from the top. __________________ When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. When I was laid off, I opened my own business. So now I need a bailout to keep my business open, so I can hire more help, so I can stimulate our economy, so people can pay on their mortgage, so the mortgage company won't need a multi-billion dollar bailout!

03-22-2009, 09:02 PM	#30
1lo67 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Morristown, Tn Posts: 275	Re: Need how to advice on chopping A top I have one forsale it wud save you lots of time.

03-22-2009, 09:14 PM	#31
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	Re: Need how to advice on chopping A top I have personally seen the cab 1lo67 has for sale and it is AWESOME!!!!!! Not your typical chop.

03-22-2009, 10:29 PM	#32
Jim Osborne Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Crumpler, North Carolina Posts: 93	Re: Need how to advice on chopping A top How much is it choped and what are you asking for it an maybe you could show a pitcure thanks

12-26-2010, 11:49 PM	#34
leroyseip Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: san bernardino ca. Posts: 8	Re: Need how to advice on chopping A top Hello I saw your truck that was chopped I want to do the same thing what was the amount you remove anyway i could call you on the phone im in california Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device



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