Jim,
The red Cruiser in this thread is my Cruiser..... the "cool rear doors" is actually a drop down tailgate. custom made but, uses OEM FJ45 latches and hardware
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Jim,
The red Cruiser in this thread is my Cruiser..... the "cool rear doors" is actually a drop down tailgate. custom made but, uses OEM FJ45 latches and hardware
JohnnyC
Long ago TLCA# 2231
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Jim,
The red Cruiser in this thread is my Cruiser..... the "cool rear doors" is actually a drop down tailgate. custom made but, uses OEM FJ45 latches and hardware
I think Jim was saying he loves the look of your rig....but....with really cool rear 'ambi' doors. That guy Jim has to be different all the time
metalonmetal
Rebuilding
this was an elusive top...but finally found a good pic of the bj41kyc Vinyl top rig...and a factory pic to boot.
neat set-up...you can roll up the rear panel or open as a door so you dont have to unlatch the spare carrier.
take a look
that was a very cool idea. do you know how the bows were set up? i'm guessing there had to be some sort of frame for weatherstripping around the door?
JohnnyC
Long ago TLCA# 2231
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I was told it flaped over...no support for the door...just unzip like you would a side panel....the door top panel was not able to separate from the rest of the top.
the door bows are about the same as our oem tops....but the rear is easily colapsed down
one of a kind ....as of right now
Highlandcruzer may have a startup soon
see link:
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/205028-u-s-soft-top-possibility-version-2-east-coast.html
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pbgbottle
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pic of foldable bows from parts catalog
mildew on canvas
My canvas top has mildew on it. I have researched the net and found two methods of removal:
1. 50/50 white vinegar. let dry wipe with dry rag.
2. 1 cup Lysol with 1 gal warm water. rinse with 1 cup salt 1 cup lemon to one gallon of water.
both methods say to start with a dry surface that has been brushed.
Anyone used these methods and if so results.
My canvas top has mildew on it. I have researched the net and found two methods of removal:
1. 50/50 white vinegar. let dry wipe with dry rag.
2. 1 cup Lysol with 1 gal warm water. rinse with 1 cup salt 1 cup lemon to one gallon of water.
both methods say to start with a dry surface that has been brushed.
Anyone used these methods and if so results.
JohnnyC
Long ago TLCA# 2231
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I have never had a problem with mildew..(dihard canvak user) ...but...i would say any mixture you put on canvas and then wipe will possibly wipe color away because the canvas is wet. never wipe hard, wet canvas.
Use a stiff brush to pick out the heavy mold (if any)...then try one of those methods in a small area..let it sit for 10 min at least...to kill it off.
I would also say when you do get all the mold off as best as possible..it could still have a dark stained area...then...use Canvak to treat the canvas...it is parifin based ...so it is water, MILDEW and also fire resistant.
Use a stiff brush to pick out the heavy mold (if any)...then try one of those methods in a small area..let it sit for 10 min at least...to kill it off.
I would also say when you do get all the mold off as best as possible..it could still have a dark stained area...then...use Canvak to treat the canvas...it is parifin based ...so it is water, MILDEW and also fire resistant.
johnny C do you have any close up pictures of how the amby doors bolt to the bows on the C-type models.. I won't be putting my top on anytime soon but the hinges bolt to two bows that go down from the rearmost bow to the tub and the top itself seals around those bows.. so is there a 'cut' in the fabric to put the hinges through.. or just two holes in the top to let the bolts go through to the bow on the inside?
JohnnyC
Long ago TLCA# 2231
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There should be just holes for the bolts to go thru...your top from Ehsan probably doesnt have the holes untill you put them in...AFAIK....sooo...I would get the top to fit really well before punching thru for the exterior door hindge to bolt thru. You can use a common hand held hole punch...the hole will be a tad smaller ....but...the bolt will go thru and help lock it in.
sweet thanks.
Pictures are posted at these posts. ist is post 9,2nd is post 10
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I will post up when I solve the problem. Looks like now I will bleach to kill the mildew.
Then paint to restore the original tan color.
Then treat with Canvak or Meguiars.
Real PITA.
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