Making a '96 2dr Tahoe into a removable hardtop

[ejones2313]

Hey guys thanks for the responses in advance.

Is it even possible to make a '92-'99 Tahoe into a removable top? It's my dream to do this (I know, pretty simple dreams). I've always loved the 80s K5 Blazers and how the back top comes off - but I've always been more of a fan of the 90s Tahoes.

Looking at doing it to a '96, 2 door, sport package Tahoe. Thanks a ton.

 

[lesterl]

Got a Sawzall?

 

[07burb]

Are you wanting to make it water tight with the top put back on or do you plan on just hacking it off and leaving it off?

 

[ejones2313]

Are you wanting to make it water tight with the top put back on or do you plan on just hacking it off and leaving it off?

Yes, I want it to be wear right and be able to put it back on and take it off.

 

[07burb]

:hmm: The key to executing this then would be careful planning as well as some decent fabrication skills. If you could get a K5 to emulate as you plan this that'd be ideal. Obviously, you'd need to plan for weatherstripping and things of this nature to ensure no leaks when complete. As well as how you'd attach the roof back when driving so that it doesn't fly off

 

[07burb]

You may also need to plan for extra body bracing as well as once you take the roof off the body will lose a lot of strength.

 

[lesterl]

Yeah, for shure what 07burb said...