Adrian,
There is an auto upholstery guy here in LA that has developed a zip-out rear
window for the TR-3 tops. He takes a standard TR-3 top, and installs a
zip-out rear window, then sews in flaps to cover the zipper, so you really
don't notice that it is anything other than a stock top. He brought one to
our club meeting a couple of months ago, and it looks great. A bit pricey
at about $200, but this way you have the best of both worlds - air in the
summer and weather protection in the winter (as much weather protection as a
TR-3 top provides, that is). I can send pictures if you so desire. NFI...
Also, I think the title of your message should read "Bimini" top, rather
than "Bikini" top (although the latter sounds more interesting <g>). Bimini
is a brand name for a parasol type sun shade/top for small boats that has
gained generic usage to include just about any sun shade type of top.
Dennis
-----Original Message-----
From: Adrian Jones [mailto:AdrianJones@compuserve.com]
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2000 6:09 PM
To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Bikini Top
Hi Folks,
Remember this thread that was started about a year ago about cutting out
all the windows in a convertible top in an attempt to create a parasol over
your head in hot weather?
Well, I started the project on the top for my TR3A by cutting out the back
window.
I'm happy to report that going to work in it this morning there was no
buffeting (if that's the right word) or flapping about or anything else,
and I was cruising!
The next step would be to cut out the remaining two windows. I'm wondering
if anybody has done this yet - this might be pushing my luck - I'd hate
for the the top to snap or flap about due to the loss in integrity.
(Before you ask - I took advantage of the TRF sale and got a new top for
when its likely to rain)
Regards, Adrian
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