T-top storage

[jetset0045]

Hey guys,

how do you guys store your t-tops when they're out so that they don't get dinged up and scratched...? Any good suggestions??

 

[bill81vette]

I put mine in the bags carefully place them in the back.

 

[duke94]

Mine spend the summer here.

Gary

 

[Tom73]

I put mine in the bags carefully place them in the back.

Same here.

tom...

 

[White75]

Mine spend the summer here.

Gary

I'd love to do this but I don't have the room right now. I used to put mine on our jet ski but with the new vette in its place now I have just put them on the workbench.

 

[rjent]

I very much prefer this method ....

 

[jetset0045]

I very much prefer this method ....

hardly ever see this anymore!...what straps do you use to hold them on the rack?? also, when the ttops are stored behind the seats, is there a strap that should hold them in place?? got any pictures of that? thanks..

 

[rjent]

The strap is a kit you buy. Zip has them here.

We didn't like the way the strap worked so we "reworked" it a little (see pics), but does the same thing. It has a couple of "clips" that hook around the rack tube, and then "clips" on the T-Top. The strap just keeps everything in place. I truly believe it is why these racks were put on by the dealers on these cars, it wasn't for luggage, but for the tops.:L

We have a set of bags as well for the tops and put them behind the seat sometimes. I think it is easier to put them on the rack personally!

Let me get some pictures for you!

 

[ldf44]

I have an original set of the brackets and strap if anyone is interested. I used them on a '77. Allowes to have storage space in the back and still take off the t-tops.

 

[sfallison]

I wrap mine in large towels, and keep them in the garage during the good months! Otherwise, they're on the top, or sit in the back with a towel between them to keep em from rubbing.

 

[krscholz]

Very Innovative!

I love your idea. Going to do the same soon.

 

[RobR8222]

Room in the back of a 74'

I put mine in the bags carefully place them in the back.

Bill, should there always be room in the back/trunk of a 74? There is one I'm considering buying, but it doesnt seem to have room, is that some sort of modification then?

 

[6880 Mike]

...should there always be room in the back/trunk of a 74? There is one I'm considering buying, but it doesnt seem to have room, is that some sort of modification then?...

All coupes came with a pair of vinyl bags to store the tops in and a Y strap for use with securing them in the rear storage area. If memory serves, the owner's manual shows how to store them.

 

[bill81vette]

What Mike said!!!!