Brian Sanborn writes >
>The TR4 has an erector set frame
Not exactly. My 1966 MG Midget had an erector-set (some called it
"tinkertoy") frame. Take it apart after you get the top off of it. Put
both the frame pieces and the canvas in the trunk.
The TR4 has a top frame that folds back, like a convertible top with no
canvas on it. Hides behind the vinyl seat-back and a couple of side vinyl
panels. Odd compromise between a convertible and roadster that I have not
seen elsewhere. Anyone know of any other cars like this?
>and a top that stores in the trunk.
Yes.
>When the TR4 top is down you
>see a complete "roadster" look... no bulge and an open occasional seat
area.
Right. The seating-area vinyl covers the folded top frame. I like the
look. Not sure that it is any more convenient than a tinkertoy frame.
Phil Ethier Saint Paul Minnesota USA
1970 Lotus Europa, 1992 Saturn SL2, 1986 Suburban, 1962 Triumph TR4 CT2846L
LOON, MAC pethier@isd.net http://www.mnautox.com/
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