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Old 03-30-2009, 02:26 PM   #14 (permalink)
jedi_sol
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Lexan might not be perfect. True. But check out how they attached it. They put two tabs on each inside edge of the C-posts and used Dzus fasteners.
That sounds like a good idea. The roof does have a lip that juts out, that could be mounting points for the fasteners (or hinges). This would create a more flush fitting (as opposed to sticking the cardboard underneath the roof.

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Does the trunk on the Del Sol open forward or backwards. I know there was a motorized version that opened backwards. Maybe you could use those hinges and build your Kamm tail on to the trunk lid. ???
Unfortunately the trunk opens forwards.

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