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  1. 10-30-2007 07:29 PM #1
    Dave Severson
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    Most just fabricate their own out of some 20 ga. and a bow or two. Bow dimensions would be dependent on the headliner you want in the car.
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    I cut the roof out of an 88 dodge minivan. The roof is oposite on the car to fit the curve better towards the back. Actually fit amazingly well I thought.

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  3. 10-31-2007 12:18 AM #3
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    At last! A use for all those old minivans!
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    Astro Van roofs work well also. They are bid enough you can slide them around to find the best fit.
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    Sedans need a 'donor car/van/wagon that have ribs for some reinforcement so you dont have the oil canning effect. The coupes only have about a 3'x3' hole to fill so Dave S' suggestion of a piece of 20ga (or a smooth slightly curved donor car roof) is right on the money. Ribs on an 'A' coupe top look.......like crap(and IMO, so do sun roofs). I'm seeing more with just a new vinyl roof at shows these days - and they still look timeless(to me).
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