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      06-29-2014, 09:28 AM   #353
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It won't be removable and able to be popped back on in case of rain. He states earlier in the thread (I know it's long, understandable) that he won't do it this way because there's no safe way to store the roof in the car while it's removed. Sunny days only! :-) I don't know that he's planning on selling just a removable roof kit though I think he'd be hesitant to do so for liability purposes since he know's how it would likely be used.
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      06-29-2014, 12:04 PM   #354
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It won't be removable and able to be popped back on in case of rain. He states earlier in the thread (I know it's long, understandable) that he won't do it this way because there's no safe way to store the roof in the car while it's removed. Sunny days only! :-) I don't know that he's planning on selling just a removable roof kit though I think he'd be hesitant to do so for liability purposes since he know's how it would likely be used.
Thanks for your reply.
I meant more along the lines of keeping it open for summer & sealing it in winter. ie. storing the roof in the garage when not in use.
Is that the general idea or am I still lost?
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      06-29-2014, 04:49 PM   #355
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Twisted,

Please keep on pushing with the removable roof option..

This turns our cars into a T-top, best of both worlds...

Patiently waiting .. oh yeah.. and saving! Please keep us posted!
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Will do and thanks for the motivation boost too !
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Progress is still being made for the clear roofs. Dialing in some optics distortion currently.

I am still planning on working through the re-usable seal. That is much harder to design and prototype than I'd imagined originally.
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It won't be removable and able to be popped back on in case of rain. .
from the later posts he's made, it does sound like it will be removable
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      06-29-2014, 08:20 PM   #356
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Sounds like we're all misunderstanding each other. All I meant is that Twisted isn't recommending that it be kept in the car for quick easy reinstallation in case of rain which is what I thought you were talking about, Navz. My reply wasn't all that clear. Sorry.
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      06-30-2014, 11:37 AM   #357
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Sounds like we're all misunderstanding each other. All I meant is that Twisted isn't recommending that it be kept in the car for quick easy reinstallation in case of rain which is what I thought you were talking about, Navz. My reply wasn't all that clear. Sorry.
Ah ok, I thought you meant that but just wanted to be clear.
I'll just wait patiently, hopefully it's not much longer

PS. The Imola red seats look
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      06-30-2014, 07:29 PM   #358
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WOW, this looks amazing!

Am I understanding the 'removable roof' term correctly?
Will we be able to drive around without a roof as in the pic (with some trim to hide the bare metal of course) & if it rains we can simply put the roof on?

Would the removable oem roof kit be a lot smaller/lighter for shipping?
ie We re-use our existing roof?

Would you be able to ship the removable oem roof kit or moonroof to South Africa?

If so, I'd love to be on that list :thump:

PS. I could probably get a local group buy together if that'll help with shipping.
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WOW, this looks amazing!

Am I understanding the 'removable roof' term correctly?

Its primarily designed to be affixed like the OEM roof-( with bolts and adhesive) However I am working through details that might allow it to be mounted in way so that it could be removed and stored in the garage-(not the hatch) and driven. The optional kit would come with a speed-aire to route the overhead wind flow. Most likely the visible valley would simply be painted blk.

Will we be able to drive around without a roof as in the pic (with some trim to hide the bare metal of course) & if it rains we can simply put the roof on?

Yes. Also read above.

Would the removable oem roof kit be a lot smaller/lighter for shipping?
ie We re-use our existing roof?

I'm not clear on this question. This is a luxury kit, not track performance. Reaching a lighter overall weight will be unlikely.


Would you be able to ship the removable oem roof kit or moonroof to South Africa?

I would think so. It will require some investigation on associated costs,tariffs etc.

If so, I'd love to be on that list :thump:

PS. I could probably get a local group buy together if that'll help with shipping.
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      07-01-2014, 10:00 AM   #359
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Would the removable oem roof kit be a lot smaller/lighter for shipping?
ie We re-use our existing roof?
What I meant is does this kit include a new roof? If it's just a kit that let's us re-use our current oem roof then this option will be cheaper for both shipping as well as your cost i.e. you won't ship an entire roof like the CF/moonroof option.
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What I meant is does this kit include a new roof? If it's just a kit that let's us re-use our current oem roof then this option will be cheaper for both shipping as well as your cost i.e. you won't ship an entire roof like the CF/moonroof option.
yes, its a removable sun/moonroof with a tint. Some type of glass or hard durable type plexiglass or something like that. But yes, its a tinted see thru roof. He's trying to make it where you can remove that sunroof as well and have the option to be off or on.

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      08-15-2014, 01:37 PM   #361
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I have also started the process for a fully adapted inner headliner to be used for >

1)-A Removable OEM metal roof kit.
2)- A removable CF roof kit.
3)-A removable clear/tinted-UV protected OEM appearance roof kit.
What does 1) consist of?
Reusing our factory metal roof?
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      08-19-2014, 06:15 PM   #362
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What does 1) consist of?
Reusing our factory metal roof?
It would allow for the stock OEM roof to be removed for open air cruising. The headliner would be a custom trimmed finishing part to look OEM and allow for unobstructed open top views with a built in speed-aire for wind buffeting reduction at highway speeds.
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      10-28-2014, 10:10 AM   #363
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How're things going, Vince?
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      11-01-2014, 12:09 AM   #364
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How're things going, Vince?
Hanging tough. Pushing through the muck and mire.
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      11-02-2014, 04:32 AM   #365
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Hanging tough. Pushing through the muck and mire.
That's quite vague
Any ETA?
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Love this product idea, definitely interested. Put me on the list!
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      02-01-2015, 04:47 AM   #367
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I'm still in love with this idea. Let's hope we get them in 2015
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      03-13-2015, 09:06 AM   #368
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      04-21-2015, 12:53 PM   #370
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you guys deserve a cookie for perseverance

havent heard much from T6 lately, hope all is well
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I would love an update as well. I don't care too much for a CF roof, but a removable one would be amazing.
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      05-29-2015, 03:42 PM   #372
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Any chance we could get an ETA? Few months/years?
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      05-29-2015, 05:35 PM   #373
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I think the project is dead or on hold indefinitely at this point unfortunately.
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      05-30-2015, 12:30 AM   #374
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vince hasn't been responding to any of his threads. I think it's safe to say at this point that both the CF roof and the clear top options he was working on are dead, and likely have been since his family obligation changed shortly after Ian's roof was installed. it's sad that the amount of work he put into to these projects never made him any money. hopefully home life has calmed a bit for him and he's enjoying a beer somewhere not worrying about it.
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