86 inch S1 with a ute cab roof?

[Scallops]

Distinguished Colleagues,

A couple of questions....

1) Is there a solid cab that I could fit to my S1 that would turn it into a ute? i.e - the rear tub open?

2) I think the answer to this next one is no, but were there any 86 inch S1's fitted with such an item from factory? I've seen them on 80 inch S1's.

3) Anyone got one that they might be willing to part with, or that I could at least take a look at?

[gromit]

1. Yes
2. I guess it could have been ordered from the factory with the pickup (ute) cab.
3. Just sold one in 'Markets' (mind you it's yet to be collected & fully paid for....).

Colin

[Scallops]

1. Yes
2. I guess it could have been ordered from the factory with the pickup (ute) cab.
3. Just sold one in 'Markets' (mind you it's yet to be collected & fully paid for....).

Colin

Thanks Colin - wasn't yours for an 80 inch?

[JDNSW]

Distinguished Colleagues,

A couple of questions....

1) Is there a solid cab that I could fit to my S1 that would turn it into a ute? i.e - the rear tub open?

Yes

2) I think the answer to this next one is no, but were there any 86 inch S1's fitted with such an item from factory? I've seen them on 80 inch S1's.

Yes - it was an option. Rare in Australia, but apparently common in the UK. Cab is the same as was standard for the 107/109.

3) Anyone got one that they might be willing to part with, or that I could at least take a look at?

Home made cabs for Series 1s were quite common, being much cheaper and easier than buying a new canvas when the original was past its use by date, particularly for a vehicle that by then was often no longer in its first prime. These cabs varied from very rough to better than the factory ones. Most commonly made from galvanised iron riveted or even tied with wire to the hoops, but some were made from sheet aluminium or more commonly plywood on a wooden frame, and copied the appearance of the factory ones.

John

[Lost Landy]

I have a ute cab here if your interested :D

[Scallops]

I have a ute cab here if your interested :D

OK - perhaps we can arrange a time and I'll come over and check it out. :) What kind of knick is it in - do you have a picture of it? :angel: And is it a genuine Land Rover roof ?

[101RRS]

And you could get them with deluxe trim as well - very luxurious.

[Scallops]

And you could get them with deluxe trim as well - very luxurious.

What's that? Extra Gal? :D

[101RRS]

Normally included a heater, internal light, lined doors, locks on doors, roof lining, sometimes a second wiper, metal door check traps, lined firewall, footwell and tunnel and rubber mats. But fitment varied.

Garry

[Lost Landy]

OK - perhaps we can arrange a time and I'll come over and check it out. :) What kind of knick is it in - do you have a picture of it? :angel: And is it a genuine Land Rover roof ?

Its a factory ute cab, same as the onesfitted to the 107"/109" pick ups.
It in very good shape though needs a repaint also still has the sliding rear windows too.
Will try to post up a pic soon.

[Scallops]

Its a factory ute cab, same as the onesfitted to the 107"/109" pick ups.
It in very good shape though needs a repaint also still has the sliding rear windows too.
Will try to post up a pic soon.

Sounds good - If I were to get one I'd like it to be original. So, I take it a 107/109 ute hard top will fit a 86/88 too?

PS - Can you PM me some details so I might take a look?

[russellrovers]

Distinguished Colleagues,

A couple of questions....

1) Is there a solid cab that I could fit to my S1 that would turn it into a ute? i.e - the rear tub open?

2) I think the answer to this next one is no, but were there any 86 inch S1's fitted with such an item from factory? I've seen them on 80 inch S1's.

3) Anyone got one that they might be willing to part with, or that I could at least take a look at?
yes they fit86- 107 88 and 109 yes there is one for sale in cleveland brian

[Larry]

................2) I think the answer to this next one is no, but were there any 86 inch S1's fitted with such an item from factory? I've seen them on 80 inch S1's..............

Although I have an 80" Series 1, my cab is off an 86/88".:o Only those who really know Series vehicles pick the difference.:angel:

[russellrovers]

yes they fit86- 107 88 and 109 yes there is one for sale in cleveland brian
hi also have delux one withall the trims and the oriignal full back seat exxy brian james

[pop058]

you will be chasing power steering and A/C next Dan :D

[Scallops]

hi also have delux one withall the trims and the oriignal full back seat exxy brian james

It sounds very flash. Could you perhaps PM me some details?


you will be chasing power steering and A/C next Dan :D

Yeah - right after I fit indicators to the tractor. :D

[Scallops]

Although I have an 80" Series 1, my cab is off an 86/88".:o Only those who really know Series vehicles pick the difference.:angel:

Ah ha - so - there is an actual version for an 86 then. ;) How do I tell the real one for an 86" ?

I love your S1 Larry - just reckon a S1 looks brilliant with these cabs. Some don't - I do.

[zulu Delta 534]

Cat cage in the rear???
Regards
Glen

[Scallops]

Cat cage in the rear???
Regards
Glen

:lol2:

[weeds]

oi...didn't i ring you asking if you needed any S1 parts when i visited the grave yard on the north side of brissy, there was probably 3 or 4 roof sections whether they suited yours would have been the million $ question

[Larry]

Ah ha - so - there is an actual version for an 86 then. ;) How do I tell the real one for an 86" ?

I love your S1 Larry - just reckon a S1 looks brilliant with these cabs. Some don't - I do.

The distance from the rear of the door to the rear of the cab is shorter for the 80". (I'll measure mine tomorrow if I remember:angel:)
From what I've been told, the genuine 80" ones are very hard to find, so most of the ones you find would be the 86/88/107/109"'.

Just to confuse things, there are also different versions of the rear wall .:eek:
Bobslandies knows which is which.:)

[Scallops]

oi...didn't i ring you asking if you needed any S1 parts when i visited the grave yard on the north side of brissy, there was probably 3 or 4 roof sections whether they suited yours would have been the million $ question

Only just realised I want one! :p ;) Are they still available?

[zulu Delta 534]

And this is from the man who swore that he would be going topless forever regardless of the weather.
Regards
Glen

[weeds]

Only just realised I want one! :p ;) Are they still available?

er no, i believe they have been locked up in a country shed somewhere

[Scallops]

And this is from the man who swore that he would be going topless forever regardless of the weather.
Regards
Glen

I wanted the thing topless 'cos I don't like the look of these trucks with a tilt. They look very cool with a cab roof but - hence my desire to find one. ;)

The chaps that have posted in this thread telling me you have one - can you send me some details (address, phone number, and - if you're selling it - asking price etc) so I have an idea please? :angel:

[numpty]

I wanted the thing topless 'cos I don't like the look of these trucks with a tilt. They look very cool with a cab roof but - hence my desire to find one. ;)

The chaps that have posted in this thread telling me you have one - can you send me some details (address, phone number, and - if you're selling it - asking price etc) so I have an idea please? :angel:

Funny, I dont like them on a SWB. I have one for mine, but it will never go on, I dont even like the door tops on.

The canvas looks the ducks nuts I reckon...........apart from a topless one.

[The ho har's]

Funny, I dont like them on a SWB. I have one for mine, but it will never go on, I dont even like the door tops on.

The canvas looks the ducks nuts I reckon...........apart from a topless one..


Hey this gives me an idea for a club trip:D:D


a top off trip:D that is the landy's not the occupants:o hmm when the
weather is not to hot;)

Mrs hh:angel:

[pop058]

Hey this gives me an idea for a club trip:D:D


a top off trip:D that is the landy's not the occupants:o hmm when the
weather is not to hot;)

Mrs hh:angel:

top (less :D) idea Mrs HH. make it a little bit north and add Nan & I to the list

[Scallops]

Well - I'll be in the topless drive. Looks like the tilt might just get taken off - this time permanently, cos the chaps who have proudly told me they have a cab don't seem interested in coming forward! :confused:

Buggar it - I'm going nude! Who needs a bloody roof? :cool:

[Larry]

The distance from the rear of the door to the rear of the cab is shorter for the 80". (I'll measure mine tomorrow if I remember:angel:)..............................

190mm for the 86/88/107/109".

If I find any I'll let you know.;)

[Killer]

Hey this gives me an idea for a club trip:D:D


a top off trip:D that is the landy's not the occupants:o hmm when the
weather is not to hot;)

Mrs hh:angel:

That's alright for you ragtop people, if I take my roof off the seatbelt mount goes with it.:(:(
Agree with Numpty though, they look great naked, or with the tilt, but not so keen on the truck cab.

Cheers, Mick.

[123rover50]

With all this talk of cabs, I thought I would drop a 86 cab on a 80 and see what it looked like.
Move the "B pillar" back a bit and it would fit OK even though longer than the proper one.
That would put the triangular galv gusset back against the back wall.
Might try that later.
Didiman

[Scallops]

With all this talk of cabs, I thought I would drop a 86 cab on a 80 and see what it looked like.
Move the "B pillar" back a bit and it would fit OK even though longer than the proper one.
That would put the triangular galv gusset back against the back wall.
Might try that later.
Didiman

Looks terrible! :p You need to let me have it! :D

[blitz]

Once i buy a place of my own - a series I ute as you guys are talking about is on the top of my list of wants.

[numpty]

Hey this gives me an idea for a club trip:D:D


a top off trip:D that is the landy's not the occupants:o hmm when the
weather is not to hot;)

Mrs hh:angel:

I'm not averse to doing that too.:angel: Would look fine with the hat.:p

Top (less) idea but.

[Scallops]

So numpty - I know you don't like the cab roof look - I'm willing to help you out and take it off your hands! ;) :p :angel:

[Larry]

With all this talk of cabs, I thought I would drop a 86 cab on a 80 and see what it looked like.
Move the "B pillar" back a bit and it would fit OK even though longer than the proper one.
That would put the triangular galv gusset back against the back wall.
Might try that later.
Didiman

Something is wrong with either your top or mine.:o
My cab lines up perfectly with the doors (as you can see in my earlier post).:unsure:

[Scallops]

Once i buy a place of my own - a series I ute as you guys are talking about is on the top of my list of wants.

Well, you'll be most welcome in the exclusive club that is S1 ownership, my friend. Look forward to hearing all about your truck and your house! :)

[numpty]

So numpty - I know you don't like the cab roof look - I'm willing to help you out and take it off your hands! ;) :p :angel:

We'll see. :cool: