Has anyone had a T-Top installed in your Gen5? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

OHIOSS · 07-25-2017, 11:29 PM

I used to have a Trans Am with T-Tops several years back and I loved the T-Tops. I think they make the car look so much cooler and I love driving with the tops out.

Has anyone spent the money to have T-Tops put in? If so do you have any pics? Any problem with wind noise, or leaks? Any major changes to your roof? Are you happy with them?

My Trans Am T-Tops had a leak on the drivers side front left corner, when it was raining and I hit the brakes I would get a little stream of water that would make my left thigh and knee wet. It was more annoying than anything but it was SOOO worth it having the T-Tops.

Gunmetal Speedster · 07-25-2017, 11:46 PM

If you do a search, there is a lot of talk about them looking cool but no one really trying that on here. Seems some places will do it from anywhere between $6500-$10,000. Although I never see any of them address support issues with the chassis. Structural integrity would be compromised in some way I'm sure. As well as getting insurance coverage for that would be a PITA.

If you decide to go for it, keep us posted!

fly2hip8 · 07-26-2017, 12:38 AM

I watched an episode of west coast customs where they made t-tops for the Camaro. They did a good job of it. Also, they did address the issue of structural integrity. Plus, they used the locking mechanism from the 4th gens. So, if the locking mechanism broke all you had to do was go to a dealership rather than having something custom made.

STUNNAH · 07-26-2017, 01:20 AM

That would be a killer upgrade but not at that price...

lafountain · 07-26-2017, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by fly2hip8

I watched an episode of west coast customs where they made t-tops for the Camaro. They did a good job of it. Also, they did address the issue of structural integrity. Plus, they used the locking mechanism from the 4th gens. So, if the locking mechanism broke all you had to do was go to a dealership rather than having something custom made.

I remember that episode, it was the Rascal Flatts Camaro.

swampcritter · 07-26-2017, 06:57 AM

The company that does the Trans-am conversions does it

Junior · 07-26-2017, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by lafountain

Rascal Flatts Camaro.

That looks awesome. I like how they used the reverse mohawk lines.

Moto-Mojo · 07-26-2017, 09:30 AM

Meh, I lived the 70's & 80's once. Does it come with a KC and the Sunshine Band/Miami Vice 8-Track?

SSEssence · 07-26-2017, 09:39 AM

I dont think it goes well with the design of the car but the functionality would be awesome, I love driving with t tops off

Orange skid mark · 07-26-2017, 11:18 AM

I think it looks great. I want a 3rd gen just to have them on a car I own.

14Black1LESS · 07-26-2017, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Orange skid mark

I think it looks great. I want a 3rd gen just to have them on a car I own.

T-tops were on the 4th Gen. also.

ZED SLED · 07-26-2017, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 14Black1LESS

T-tops were on the 4th Gen. also.

On the 2nd as well, but either way, to look good, you would need a mullet. Err..make that a Kentucky waterfall

Hatman · 07-26-2017, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Moto-Mojo

Meh, I lived the 70's & 80's once. Does it come with a KC and the Sunshine Band/Miami Vice 8-Track?

That & a pyramid equalizer & a set of pioneer TSX 8's

Royal Tiger · 07-26-2017, 12:59 PM

The T-top came out after convertibles were dropped as a compromise solution. My buddy had a Monte Carlo with them. They were interesting, but no where near as nice as a drop top, and then you needed to be careful putting them in the trunk when they were out. The only advantage they have over a convertible is they are more secure when parked in a sketchy neighborhood.

07-25-2017, 11:29 PM	#1
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	Has anyone had a T-Top installed in your Gen5? I used to have a Trans Am with T-Tops several years back and I loved the T-Tops. I think they make the car look so much cooler and I love driving with the tops out. Has anyone spent the money to have T-Tops put in? If so do you have any pics? Any problem with wind noise, or leaks? Any major changes to your roof? Are you happy with them? My Trans Am T-Tops had a leak on the drivers side front left corner, when it was raining and I hit the brakes I would get a little stream of water that would make my left thigh and knee wet. It was more annoying than anything but it was SOOO worth it having the T-Tops.

07-25-2017, 11:46 PM	#2
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07-26-2017, 09:30 AM	#8
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07-26-2017, 09:39 AM	#9
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07-26-2017, 12:38 AM	#3
fly2hip8 Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Kansas Posts: 342	I watched an episode of west coast customs where they made t-tops for the Camaro. They did a good job of it. Also, they did address the issue of structural integrity. Plus, they used the locking mechanism from the 4th gens. So, if the locking mechanism broke all you had to do was go to a dealership rather than having something custom made.

07-26-2017, 06:57 AM	#6
swampcritter Drives: 2014 Camaro LS / 13 zl1 Join Date: May 2016 Location: Hayes , Va. Posts: 368	The company that does the Trans-am conversions does it

07-26-2017, 11:18 AM	#10
Orange skid mark Just an average Dude Drives: 2015 1LT Grey w/Orange Rally Stripe Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 391	I think it looks great. I want a 3rd gen just to have them on a car I own. __________________ So far I like my car the way it came from the factory.

07-26-2017, 12:59 PM	#14
Royal Tiger Account Suspended Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Posts: 3,873	The T-top came out after convertibles were dropped as a compromise solution. My buddy had a Monte Carlo with them. They were interesting, but no where near as nice as a drop top, and then you needed to be careful putting them in the trunk when they were out. The only advantage they have over a convertible is they are more secure when parked in a sketchy neighborhood.