6th gen T-Tops???

RedDragonSS2.0 · 05-21-2015, 11:03 AM

One could only wish right? Just putting it out there maybe someone will listen

Overflow · 05-21-2015, 11:26 AM

The only way I see it happening is if an aftermarket company does it.

LesserO2Evils · 05-21-2015, 11:34 AM

I gotta say... I love Ttops. But that just doesnt look right. Maybe a Targa would be better?

*DGthe3* · 05-21-2015, 11:38 AM

From the factory? Not happening. Safety standards, the desire of a stiff chassis, and the goal of keeping the cars reasonably light prevent it.

Want T-tops? Get a sawzall. Might need a few extra blades though, I've heard that the structural beam that runs over the roof in modern cars has made fire departments upgrade their jaws-of-life to cut through it. That should tell you just how important that bit of metal above the door is to the overall integrity of the car. If you really want a hole in the roof, whats wrong with a sunroof?

Treefrog · 05-21-2015, 11:50 AM

A targa top sure would be secksie though!

Denis · 05-21-2015, 11:53 AM

total curiosity, what makes T-tops different from a targa top when it comes to rigidity?

dirtdog67 · 05-21-2015, 12:11 PM

I know of a company in Florida who converts Camaros to Camaros with T-tops AND will convert a Camaro into a modern take on a Firebird/Trans-Am. They do a fantastic and thorough job as they transformed our Challenger into a convertible.

Posaune · 05-21-2015, 12:14 PM

dirtdog67 · 05-21-2015, 12:16 PM

Personally...I lived through the t-tops craze in the 70's and 80's. They may look really cool, but then comes the inevitable leak, loose top which flies off, stolen tops, getting caught on the interstate in the downpour...etc.

DenverTaco07 · 05-21-2015, 12:24 PM

this topic seems oddly familiar.

OH RIGHT IT'S BEEN DISCUSSED 100 TIMES...that's why.

Number 3 · 05-21-2015, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Denis

total curiosity, what makes T-tops different from a targa top when it comes to rigidity?

From a structural stand point t-tops only have the advantage in bending with only a slight difference in torsion.

The point is that the government recognizes a targa as a convertible and a t-top as a coupe. The structural requirements are different and it would require added structure in a t-top to even have a chance to pass. So a plastic panel with a frame light enough to easily latch and remove would be that much harder to pass roof strength.

Now if you want a bolt in roof like the C6 Z06 that you need a hoist to remove them you might get your t-tops.

shakooza · 05-21-2015, 12:35 PM

YES please...I dont want to see the insurance tab on that, however. There was massive insurance fraud back in the day with the T-tops.

LesserO2Evils · 05-21-2015, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shakooza

YES please...I dont want to see the insurance tab on that, however. There was massive insurance fraud back in the day with the T-tops.

Just curious what this is about? Never heard this?

Denis · 05-21-2015, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Number 3

From a structural stand point t-tops only have the advantage in bending with only a slight difference in torsion.

The point is that the government recognizes a targa as a convertible and a t-top as a coupe. The structural requirements are different and it would require added structure in a t-top to even have a chance to pass. So a plastic panel with a frame light enough to easily latch and remove would be that much harder to pass roof strength.

Now if you want a bolt in roof like the C6 Z06 that you need a hoist to remove them you might get your t-tops.

makes sense! didn't realize they considered them different chassis'. thanks for the info

05-21-2015, 11:03 AM	#1
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05-21-2015, 11:26 AM	#2
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05-21-2015, 11:34 AM	#3
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DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 25,372	From the factory? Not happening. Safety standards, the desire of a stiff chassis, and the goal of keeping the cars reasonably light prevent it. Want T-tops? Get a sawzall. Might need a few extra blades though, I've heard that the structural beam that runs over the roof in modern cars has made fire departments upgrade their jaws-of-life to cut through it. That should tell you just how important that bit of metal above the door is to the overall integrity of the car. If you really want a hole in the roof, whats wrong with a sunroof? __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Originally Posted by FbodFather My sister's dentist's brother's cousin's housekeeper's dog-breeder's nephew sells coffee filters to the company that provides coffee to General Motors...... ........and HE WOULD KNOW!!!! __________________ Camaro Fest sub-forum

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Denis Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Yorktown Heights, NY Posts: 7,695 View My Garage	total curiosity, what makes T-tops different from a targa top when it comes to rigidity? __________________

05-21-2015, 11:50 AM	#5
Treefrog U235 is fun! Drives: CGM 2SS/M6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florence, AL Posts: 403	A targa top sure would be secksie though!

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dirtdog67 Menehune Drives: Currently: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Driving Posts: 149	I know of a company in Florida who converts Camaros to Camaros with T-tops AND will convert a Camaro into a modern take on a Firebird/Trans-Am. They do a fantastic and thorough job as they transformed our Challenger into a convertible. __________________ What would Brian Boitano do?

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dirtdog67 Menehune Drives: Currently: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Driving Posts: 149	Personally...I lived through the t-tops craze in the 70's and 80's. They may look really cool, but then comes the inevitable leak, loose top which flies off, stolen tops, getting caught on the interstate in the downpour...etc. __________________ What would Brian Boitano do?

05-21-2015, 12:24 PM	#10
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05-21-2015, 12:35 PM	#12
shakooza Drives: Car Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Southeast Posts: 30	YES please...I dont want to see the insurance tab on that, however. There was massive insurance fraud back in the day with the T-tops.

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