Need help finding a half-top!!!!! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jkade · 02-19-2006, 05:54 PM

Anyone know were to look? TTT

jkade · 02-19-2006, 07:10 PM

Does anyone know anything about my rod shop or composidyne tops?

LUV2XCLR8 · 02-19-2006, 08:10 PM

New = Very Expensive $$$$

Used = Needle in a Haystack

jkade · 02-19-2006, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

New = Very Expensive $$$$

Used = Needle in a Haystack

Were can I buy a new one?

LUV2XCLR8 · 02-19-2006, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by jkade

composidyne tops?

These peeps are out of buisness, so I have no clue

DANL · 02-19-2006, 08:26 PM

Hey jkade, Tommy69z had one for sale about a year ago and I think he is in AL.

...Dan

jkade · 02-19-2006, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DANL

Hey jkade, Tommy69z had one for sale about a year ago and I think he is in AL.

...Dan

I will try to find him. Thanks

jkade · 02-19-2006, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by DANL

Hey jkade, Tommy69z had one for sale about a year ago and I think he is in AL.

...Dan

Already gone!!

bouncytruck · 02-19-2006, 10:27 PM

When they are for sale, they go quickly. The two you listed above are the only "new" ones I've seen. They wanted around $1000 each.

I'd suggest putting a "wanted" ad on craigslist or another online classified site. Other than that, ya just gotta keep your eyes open. Hit all the swap meets and let all your friends, family & friends-friends know your looking.

jkade · 02-19-2006, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

When they are for sale, they go quickly. The two you listed above are the only "new" ones I've seen. They wanted around $1000 each.

I'd suggest putting a "wanted" ad on craigslist or another online classified site. Other than that, ya just gotta keep your eyes open. Hit all the swap meets and let all your friends, family & friends-friends know your looking.

That composidyne must be out of business or their web site doesn't work. I am going to contact my rod shop tomorrow. I will deffinatley keep my eyes open and I put a want add on craiglist already. Reckon I could make one out of my full top? Thanks, Kade

bouncytruck · 02-19-2006, 11:36 PM

If you have some skills with fiberglass, I don't know why you couldn't cut down a full top. You'll need to build a bulk head too.

jkade · 02-19-2006, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

If you have some skills with fiberglass, I don't know why you couldn't cut down a full top. You'll need to build a bulk head too.

My old man is the shiz on stuff like that and I have a friend that owns a custom hot rod shop, maybe he could help. Will I need a bulkhead if I go with a bed cover? What is a bulkhead? I am pretty new at this.
Thanks, Kade

bouncytruck · 02-20-2006, 12:48 AM

The bulk head is the divider between the cab and the bed. They were/are made of steel. You should be able to fad one up. Now, to find a donar top. If your current top is good, I'd hold on to it and start with a top that needs some help.

You know there are soft tops available. Specialty Top Co makes two versions. They are quality built and come in handy if you get caught in a rain storm.

**SOON2BLAZE** · 02-20-2006, 11:03 AM

I'm after one too! I have also been toying with the idea of using a top off of a truck. I have a 72 that beyond repair, would use it for practice. I think a truck front panel could be modified for the bulk head. A guy a few blocks from me did this with a truck top and the back of the cab was used as a bulk head. ( top and bulk head is all one piece) Have not seen it close up but he did tell me that it unbolts, although he was planning on welding it all up. (no top off, screw that!) I'l post again after I talk to him, If it looks like good work I'll ask to take some picks.

shelby987 · 02-20-2006, 12:56 PM

I used to know a guy in Texas that made and sold these tops.....if someone is interested, drop me a PM and I will try to dig up his contact information.

jkade · 02-20-2006, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by SOON2BLAZE

I'm after one too! I have also been toying with the idea of using a top off of a truck. I have a 72 that beyond repair, would use it for practice. I think a truck front panel could be modified for the bulk head. A guy a few blocks from me did this with a truck top and the back of the cab was used as a bulk head. ( top and bulk head is all one piece) Have not seen it close up but he did tell me that it unbolts, although he was planning on welding it all up. (no top off, screw that!) I'l post again after I talk to him, If it looks like good work I'll ask to take some picks.

I thought about that also. Let me know how it turns out.

jkade · 02-20-2006, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by bouncytruck

The bulk head is the divider between the cab and the bed. They were/are made of steel. You should be able to fad one up. Now, to find a donar top. If your current top is good, I'd hold on to it and start with a top that needs some help.

You know there are soft tops available. Specialty Top Co makes two versions. They are quality built and come in handy if you get caught in a rain storm.

Yeah mine is in good shape except the guy that built it didn't pull the glass out and finish smoothing it. I may have to gust keep dreaming.Thanks, Kade

jkade · 02-20-2006, 07:52 PM

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This one is cool.

2wdBlazer · 02-20-2006, 09:00 PM

I've got one!!

Not for sale though. THey are too sweet.

vtblazer · 02-21-2006, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by 2wdBlazer

I've got one!!

Not for sale though. THey are too sweet.

that hurts...

*Medicanman71* · 02-21-2006, 02:20 PM

chaaa, yea thanks 2wd

bouncytruck · 02-26-2006, 04:20 PM

There is a Blazer on Craigslist in Portland with a half top. Buy the half top for $5K, get a blazer under it for free!

http://portland.craigslist.org/car/137147803.html

02-19-2006, 05:54 PM	#1
jkade Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AL Posts: 2,517	Need help finding a half-top!!!!! Anyone know were to look? TTT

02-19-2006, 07:10 PM	#2
jkade Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AL Posts: 2,517	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! Does anyone know anything about my rod shop or composidyne tops?

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LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! New = Very Expensive $$$$ Used = Needle in a Haystack __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

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DANL Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Bartlett, TN Posts: 348	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! Hey jkade, Tommy69z had one for sale about a year ago and I think he is in AL. ...Dan

02-19-2006, 10:27 PM	#9
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! When they are for sale, they go quickly. The two you listed above are the only "new" ones I've seen. They wanted around $1000 each. I'd suggest putting a "wanted" ad on craigslist or another online classified site. Other than that, ya just gotta keep your eyes open. Hit all the swap meets and let all your friends, family & friends-friends know your looking. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

02-19-2006, 11:36 PM	#11
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! If you have some skills with fiberglass, I don't know why you couldn't cut down a full top. You'll need to build a bulk head too. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

02-20-2006, 12:48 AM	#13
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! The bulk head is the divider between the cab and the bed. They were/are made of steel. You should be able to fad one up. Now, to find a donar top. If your current top is good, I'd hold on to it and start with a top that needs some help. You know there are soft tops available. Specialty Top Co makes two versions. They are quality built and come in handy if you get caught in a rain storm. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

02-20-2006, 11:03 AM	#14
SOON2BLAZE Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern UT Posts: 906	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! I'm after one too! I have also been toying with the idea of using a top off of a truck. I have a 72 that beyond repair, would use it for practice. I think a truck front panel could be modified for the bulk head. A guy a few blocks from me did this with a truck top and the back of the cab was used as a bulk head. ( top and bulk head is all one piece) Have not seen it close up but he did tell me that it unbolts, although he was planning on welding it all up. (no top off, screw that!) I'l post again after I talk to him, If it looks like good work I'll ask to take some picks.

02-20-2006, 12:56 PM	#15
shelby987 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Just outside Durham, NC Posts: 894	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! I used to know a guy in Texas that made and sold these tops.....if someone is interested, drop me a PM and I will try to dig up his contact information. __________________ 1969 SS 350 Camaro Sold 2008 1970 3/4T K20, stock height with 33's, 250 I6, 3 on the tree, and locked front and rear 4.10's 1980 Chevy Malibu 2 dr Sold 2007 1993 Olds. Cutlass Ciera Wagon Traded 2006 2003 Saturn L200 w/5pd. D/D My list spans 5 decades with One common thread.....GM!

02-20-2006, 07:52 PM	#18
jkade Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AL Posts: 2,517	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! This one is cool.

02-20-2006, 09:00 PM	#19
2wdBlazer The Blazer King Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Valrico, Fl (Tampa) Posts: 1,212	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! I've got one!! Not for sale though. THey are too sweet. __________________ 72 2wd Blazer. Its the superbichinest, megacoolinest, superflowinest.

02-21-2006, 02:20 PM	#21
Medicanman71 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Where the Wild Things Are Posts: 696	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! chaaa, yea thanks 2wd

02-26-2006, 04:20 PM	#22
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: Need help finding a half-top!!!!! There is a Blazer on Craigslist in Portland with a half top. Buy the half top for $5K, get a blazer under it for free! http://portland.craigslist.org/car/137147803.html __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L



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