WAS Top - " New Saratoga top " project back in the spot light, Yes we will be back in production June-July if there is enough interest |
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WAS Top - " New Saratoga top " project back in the spot light, Yes we will be back in production June-July if there is enough interest |
Mikey914 |
Feb 11 2021, 12:36 AM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,649 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
So a few of you know we made an initial run of these some time ago (Yes it has been 10 years). We had a large learning curve and made a better product than the Saratoga tops in that they were more crude.
Ours use factory type seals, and will feature a abrasion resistant coating now that will make handling them easier for the end user (not having to be overly cautious on handling). The tooling has been redone to make the fit and finish better I plan to pull the 1st sample part and assemble mid March on these, just for myself. Thought it may be time to bring these back. Pricing will be in the $850 range for the roof with all seals and added protective costing that is more durable. This is if we get 10 takers Hardware will be available at $125 for all 4 mounting points in a non stock (custom made version) Special colors (other than charcoal smoke) will be available but may have an extra charge ($50 ish) these will be available in the initial run without any additional fabrication cost to form as they will be part of the run. You can see the blue one I did. It's pretty striking with the white interior. We have been able to make significant improvements on the original version that I plan to show in March when I can assemble the new prototype. Do we have 10 takers for the roofs? Attached image(s) |
98101 |
Feb 11 2021, 01:46 AM
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Michael in Seattle Group: Members Posts: 373 Joined: 7-October 17 From: Seattle, WA Member No.: 21,495 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I'm your huckleberry.
I didn't understand the bit about the hardware. Maybe now I won't need a heater. |
hcdmueller |
Feb 11 2021, 01:53 AM
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????????????? Group: Members Posts: 542 Joined: 4-February 06 From: UK Member No.: 5,527 Region Association: England |
I'd be all over this if I wasn't moving to the UK in a few weeks.
Unless you've got a preproduction top sitting around. There's no way I could justify the shipping and import fees for this. |
Van914 |
Feb 11 2021, 04:38 AM
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Van914 Group: Members Posts: 698 Joined: 5-January 03 From: Cincinnati, Ohio Member No.: 90 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I am interested in one.
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jim_hoyland |
Feb 11 2021, 05:43 AM
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Get that VIN ? Group: Members Posts: 9,271 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Sunset Beach, CA Member No.: 643 Region Association: Southern California |
I want to replace mine for sure; please add my name to the list. I originally owned #3 top, but sold it to Wes in a time of need.(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads/post-3348-1613024986.jpg)
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PaulFV8 |
Feb 11 2021, 05:49 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 81 Joined: 2-August 20 From: Virginia, USA Member No.: 24,562 Region Association: None |
I’m in for one.
Thanks |
98101 |
Feb 11 2021, 06:24 AM
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Michael in Seattle Group: Members Posts: 373 Joined: 7-October 17 From: Seattle, WA Member No.: 21,495 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I want to replace mine for sure; please add my name to the list. I originally owned #3 top, but sold it to Wes in a time of need. Jim, I see you're in Southern California. I'm curious whether you would use yours all year or if you would switch back to a regular roof in the summer. I could sure use the (local) greenhouse effect here in Seattle this week. |
anglophone1 |
Feb 11 2021, 08:00 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 49 Joined: 30-May 20 From: Ireland Member No.: 24,331 Region Association: None |
Not sure if shipping to UK/ Ireland is possible/ affordable- if so would be in!
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Steve |
Feb 11 2021, 08:24 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,571 Joined: 14-June 03 From: Orange County, CA Member No.: 822 Region Association: Southern California |
I want to replace mine for sure; please add my name to the list. I originally owned #3 top, but sold it to Wes in a time of need. Jim, I see you're in Southern California. I'm curious whether you would use yours all year or if you would switch back to a regular roof in the summer. I could sure use the (local) greenhouse effect here in Seattle this week. @98101 I have the first gen on my car. Love it!! I was able to modify the stock hardware and make it work. I do switch the top with a stock top in the summer time. Even though it’s tinted and matches my windshield it will still cook you. I would also be interested in the new top if it’s a significant improvement over the one I have. |
BillJ |
Feb 11 2021, 08:25 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,094 Joined: 4-March 13 From: charlotte, NC Member No.: 15,610 Region Association: None |
These look really nice. What are the color ranges? Does the 850ish price include the hardware or is that separate?
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eric9144 |
Feb 11 2021, 08:35 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,734 Joined: 30-March 11 From: San Diego, CA Member No.: 12,876 Region Association: Southern California |
@Mikey914 heck yeah (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
Was on the old list but I'm 100% still in! |
jim_hoyland |
Feb 11 2021, 08:41 AM
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Get that VIN ? Group: Members Posts: 9,271 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Sunset Beach, CA Member No.: 643 Region Association: Southern California |
I want to replace mine for sure; please add my name to the list. I originally owned #3 top, but sold it to Wes in a time of need. Jim, I see you're in Southern California. I'm curious whether you would use yours all year or if you would switch back to a regular roof in the summer. I could sure use the (local) greenhouse effect here in Seattle this week. I used it year around. Never got hot because of the top. It’s kinda like a tinted window effect. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads/post-3348-1613024646.jpg) |
BillJ |
Feb 11 2021, 08:42 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,094 Joined: 4-March 13 From: charlotte, NC Member No.: 15,610 Region Association: None |
Oh and Mike I am almost certainly in. Will be getting interior carpet and seats from you after already getting the dash so might as well show them off
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Jett |
Feb 11 2021, 08:48 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,637 Joined: 27-July 14 From: Seattle Member No.: 17,686 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I’ll take one as well.
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Coondog |
Feb 11 2021, 08:58 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,089 Joined: 24-September 15 From: Apple Valley Calif Member No.: 19,195 Region Association: Southern California |
Yes, I am in...... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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bdstone914 |
Feb 11 2021, 10:05 AM
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bdstone914 Group: Members Posts: 4,515 Joined: 8-November 03 From: Riverside CA Member No.: 1,319 |
@Mikey914
How do you adapt to the early and late rear targa latches? The distance between the locating bumps is different. The rubber blocks that fit into them are also different the height and width to match the lower latch. I know if you put an early top on a tale car it will shift side to side. |
Lg914 |
Feb 11 2021, 10:19 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 53 Joined: 4-July 19 From: Lake Geneva Member No.: 23,275 Region Association: None |
Count me in for one please
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UkonCornelious |
Feb 11 2021, 10:32 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 16 Joined: 10-February 21 From: Richmond, VA Member No.: 25,192 Region Association: Middle East |
Looks great!
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JamesM |
Feb 11 2021, 12:18 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,895 Joined: 6-April 06 From: Kearns, UT Member No.: 5,834 Region Association: Intermountain Region |
Count me in. Been waiting for you to re-visit these.
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wes |
Feb 11 2021, 02:14 PM
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wes Group: Members Posts: 1,588 Joined: 8-December 07 From: Ukiah Ca Member No.: 8,436 Region Association: Northern California |
I’m definitely in!
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