Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

bigeasycigars · 02-17-2011, 06:04 AM

I have a SOFTOPPER on my K/5 with the 17 snap header bar. I am going to have my local upholstery shop (Nacho's) make me a Bikini Top that utilizes the 17 snaps. If any of you with Softoppers are interested in having one done let me know. Perhaps making a few at a time using the same pattern might be worth a discount. I'm not sure if the older top companies use the same 17 snap pattern. I'm taking my truck in in a couple weeks so lemme know if you're interested.

bigbadchev72 · 02-17-2011, 10:36 AM

can you post up a pic of your header snaps, I just bought a soft topper and trying to figure out where exactly to mount it. The instructions leave alot to be desired.

**Gary 70 Jimmy** · 02-17-2011, 12:51 PM

I got this one made you have to put the buttons in yourself to match the ones in your blazer I still have the guys # if you want to call him.

**Gary 70 Jimmy** · 02-17-2011, 12:52 PM

pictures

Manuel Raptor · 02-17-2011, 05:04 PM

Im interested. Just need to set up for the snaps. Let me know what the cost would be.

bigeasycigars · 02-17-2011, 05:56 PM

will do..softopper has the header bar for sale as well without the top. See link...

http://www.softopper.com/Gen_1_Blaze...r-details.aspx

bigeasycigars · 02-17-2011, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbadchev72

can you post up a pic of your header snaps, I just bought a soft topper and trying to figure out where exactly to mount it. The instructions leave alot to be desired.

Truck is in the shop for a couple weeks...I can do when I get it back.

Couple notes... 1. Follow instructions when they say to drill outside holes last as the fit of the top needs to be tight. You really have to bend and form to fit the ends snug. I used a couple extra drill-snaps going from 5 to 7 to fix a bit of lifting...but all good now. 2. You will run the rubber seal behind the header bar so allow room for the two.

bigbadchev72 · 02-17-2011, 08:28 PM

I stole this picture, But do I install it in the 1 or 2 position, the directions say to install in the 2 position above the 1/8" above the windshield rubber. I do not have a windshield in mine at the moment, but it does not look like it will physically fit there without going into the gasket flange for the windshield.

**Gary 70 Jimmy** · 02-18-2011, 09:09 AM

Here is the Harrys # you can call and ask him how much it will cost.

Harry Kunke 316-265-4663

notorious · 03-15-2011, 07:39 PM

thanks a million for putting this all together guys, definitely save a bunch of internet hours of surfing. I Appreciate it!

notorious · 04-09-2011, 11:22 PM

gary 70 Jimmy what was your turn around time with your top guy (Harry)?

**Gary 70 Jimmy** · 04-10-2011, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by notorious

gary 70 Jimmy what was your turn around time with your top guy (Harry)?

I dont remember how long it took just call him and ask him. If you are getting a black one he might have some allready made up.

notorious · 04-12-2011, 12:16 AM

oh i had but it has been two weeks and he is just starting so i was curious how much longer i had to wait. Luckily i got a hold of him just today though so all is ok. Thank you.

Bull72 · 04-14-2011, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbadchev72

I stole this picture, But do I install it in the 1 or 2 position, the directions say to install in the 2 position above the 1/8" above the windshield rubber. I do not have a windshield in mine at the moment, but it does not look like it will physically fit there without going into the gasket flange for the windshield.

By the looks of the picture you definitely install in the #1 position.

*RED 1970* · 06-27-2011, 06:49 PM

Dragging out an old thread... Looks like the picture from softtopper shows a 73-75 K5 windsheild...

They might have to do a little more homework on their instructions.

bigeasycigars · 06-27-2011, 06:58 PM

Here is the header on my '71.

joemacho · 06-30-2011, 12:57 AM

can you take more pics of your soft top from front to back my buddy is making me one and i m gonna order that header peace.. thanks

vito · 07-11-2011, 02:46 PM

Hey Guys,
We're getting ready to buy the softtopper for a 72 Blazer as well. I remember that when I had my 72 and had the Bestop on it, the door rails fit into mounted round sleeves. We're informed that to take off the door rails for the sorttopper, you gotta unscrew the rails, is this true? On the above picture, it looks like the hardware is there similar to the Bestop setup. Can someone help me with this?

Thanks,
Vito

**70cst** · 07-15-2011, 10:40 PM

Hey Gary 70 Jimmy ... Nice set of wheels

*RED 1970* · 05-04-2012, 12:41 PM

I was lucky enough to pick up a softopper for my 70 off Craigslist for $350!

Softopper still hasn't fixed their instructions... Same picture... You'd think since they are getting $900 a pop new they'd give us some better instructions.

**Baketown Scotty** · 05-04-2012, 03:29 PM

What were these two guys charging to make the bikini tops?

Ole Beater · 05-05-2012, 12:24 PM

I just put a softopper on mine. I might be interested. As far as the installation. The instructions show the 2nd gen windshield header photo. If you go to the website you can find pics of a black 1st gen that has a good header photo.
http://www.softopper.com/Images/Products/IMG_0785c.JPG

Ole Beater · 05-05-2012, 12:29 PM

Also be careful installing the snaps with the self tapping screws. The ones i have are so cheap they strip out. I actually pre drilled the holes and then ran a regular self tapping screw through it first.

02-17-2011, 10:36 AM	#2
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners can you post up a pic of your header snaps, I just bought a soft topper and trying to figure out where exactly to mount it. The instructions leave alot to be desired. __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels

02-17-2011, 12:51 PM	#3
Gary 70 Jimmy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Burghill, Ohio 44404 Posts: 3,402	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners I got this one made you have to put the buttons in yourself to match the ones in your blazer I still have the guys # if you want to call him. __________________ 1972 GMC Jimmy 1/2 4X4 4wheel camper 1970 GMC Jimmy 1/2 4X4 350 1969 Chevy Blazer 1/2 4X4 307 1967 chevy LWB 3/4 396 Last edited by Gary 70 Jimmy; 02-18-2011 at 09:05 AM.

02-17-2011, 12:52 PM	#4
Gary 70 Jimmy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Burghill, Ohio 44404 Posts: 3,402	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners pictures Attached Images __________________ 1972 GMC Jimmy 1/2 4X4 4wheel camper 1970 GMC Jimmy 1/2 4X4 350 1969 Chevy Blazer 1/2 4X4 307 1967 chevy LWB 3/4 396

02-17-2011, 05:04 PM	#5
Manuel Raptor Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Diamond Bar, Ca Posts: 94	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners Im interested. Just need to set up for the snaps. Let me know what the cost would be. __________________ 72 K5 CST

02-17-2011, 05:56 PM	#6
bigeasycigars Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 226	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners will do..softopper has the header bar for sale as well without the top. See link... http://www.softopper.com/Gen_1_Blaze...r-details.aspx __________________ '71 K/5 CST Work in progress...In Sicily, women are more dangerous than shotguns. Last edited by bigeasycigars; 02-17-2011 at 05:57 PM.

02-17-2011, 06:04 AM	#1
bigeasycigars Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 226	Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners I have a SOFTOPPER on my K/5 with the 17 snap header bar. I am going to have my local upholstery shop (Nacho's) make me a Bikini Top that utilizes the 17 snaps. If any of you with Softoppers are interested in having one done let me know. Perhaps making a few at a time using the same pattern might be worth a discount. I'm not sure if the older top companies use the same 17 snap pattern. I'm taking my truck in in a couple weeks so lemme know if you're interested. __________________ '71 K/5 CST Work in progress...In Sicily, women are more dangerous than shotguns.

02-17-2011, 08:28 PM	#8
bigbadchev72 People know me Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hermiston, oregon Posts: 840	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners I stole this picture, But do I install it in the 1 or 2 position, the directions say to install in the 2 position above the 1/8" above the windshield rubber. I do not have a windshield in mine at the moment, but it does not look like it will physically fit there without going into the gasket flange for the windshield. Attached Images __________________ 1972 k/5 blazer CST 4X4 Crate 350, th350/205, dana44with trac-loc/14 bolt with detroit locker, 4 wheel discs 4.56s, 8" suspension lift using 73-87springs, 1" zerorate custom front crossmember, HAD CV drivelines and driveshaft e-brake, full cage, PRP seats, Full autometer gauges, 38x14.5x16 Toyo M/Ts, 16x10 Polished aluminum rockcrusher wheels 1967 longbox 4x4, Strong 400/400/208, 44/12bolt 4.10s, 6" lift, 35" Toyo M/Ts on corvette rally wheels Last edited by bigbadchev72; 02-17-2011 at 08:29 PM.

02-18-2011, 09:09 AM	#9
Gary 70 Jimmy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Burghill, Ohio 44404 Posts: 3,402	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners Here is the Harrys # you can call and ask him how much it will cost. Harry Kunke 316-265-4663 __________________ 1972 GMC Jimmy 1/2 4X4 4wheel camper 1970 GMC Jimmy 1/2 4X4 350 1969 Chevy Blazer 1/2 4X4 307 1967 chevy LWB 3/4 396

03-15-2011, 07:39 PM	#10
notorious Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: desert hot springs Posts: 27	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners thanks a million for putting this all together guys, definitely save a bunch of internet hours of surfing. I Appreciate it!

04-09-2011, 11:22 PM	#11
notorious Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: desert hot springs Posts: 27	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners gary 70 Jimmy what was your turn around time with your top guy (Harry)?

04-12-2011, 12:16 AM	#13
notorious Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: desert hot springs Posts: 27	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners oh i had but it has been two weeks and he is just starting so i was curious how much longer i had to wait. Luckily i got a hold of him just today though so all is ok. Thank you.

06-27-2011, 06:49 PM	#15
RED 1970 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2009 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 89	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners Dragging out an old thread... Looks like the picture from softtopper shows a 73-75 K5 windsheild... They might have to do a little more homework on their instructions.

06-27-2011, 06:58 PM	#16
bigeasycigars Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 226	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners Here is the header on my '71. Attached Images __________________ '71 K/5 CST Work in progress...In Sicily, women are more dangerous than shotguns.

06-30-2011, 12:57 AM	#17
joemacho Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: peoria az Posts: 252	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners can you take more pics of your soft top from front to back my buddy is making me one and i m gonna order that header peace.. thanks __________________ 1972 gmc jimmy project comin soon ( jus a sin ) 1959 chevy apache shortbed fleetside (brsgrm) 1966 Chevy c30 duallie 2wd (big chief)

07-11-2011, 02:46 PM	#18
vito Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Rockville, MD Posts: 1	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners Hey Guys, We're getting ready to buy the softtopper for a 72 Blazer as well. I remember that when I had my 72 and had the Bestop on it, the door rails fit into mounted round sleeves. We're informed that to take off the door rails for the sorttopper, you gotta unscrew the rails, is this true? On the above picture, it looks like the hardware is there similar to the Bestop setup. Can someone help me with this? Thanks, Vito



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07-15-2011, 10:40 PM	#19
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners Hey Gary 70 Jimmy ... Nice set of wheels __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

05-04-2012, 12:41 PM	#20
RED 1970 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2009 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 89	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners I was lucky enough to pick up a softopper for my 70 off Craigslist for $350! Softopper still hasn't fixed their instructions... Same picture... You'd think since they are getting $900 a pop new they'd give us some better instructions.

05-04-2012, 03:29 PM	#21
Baketown Scotty Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bakersfield, CA Posts: 304	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners What were these two guys charging to make the bikini tops?

05-05-2012, 12:24 PM	#22
Ole Beater Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: St Petersburg, Florida Posts: 154	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners I just put a softopper on mine. I might be interested. As far as the installation. The instructions show the 2nd gen windshield header photo. If you go to the website you can find pics of a black 1st gen that has a good header photo. http://www.softopper.com/Images/Products/IMG_0785c.JPG

05-05-2012, 12:29 PM	#23
Ole Beater Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: St Petersburg, Florida Posts: 154	Re: Bikini Top For SOFTOPPER Owners Also be careful installing the snaps with the self tapping screws. The ones i have are so cheap they strip out. I actually pre drilled the holes and then ran a regular self tapping screw through it first.

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