canopies and ute cabs

[Landy Smurf]

I have just got an 86' hardtop canopy and i am now looking at a ute cab that is for a 86'. I was wondering how hard it is to get the ute cab to fit an 80'?
also has anyone repaired a s1 hardtop where they crack( above the door)?

[series1buff]

I have just got an 86' hardtop canopy and i am now looking at a ute cab that is for a 86'. I was wondering how hard it is to get the ute cab to fit an 80'?
also has anyone repaired a s1 hardtop where they crack( above the door)?


hello

I have seen a few 80" hardtops around Gippsland , I've not bothered with them, like sitting inside a tin can with ghetto blaster flat out

The 80" cab only tops are nigh on impossible to find out here for some reason . You can spot them by the narrow panel behind the door window , the 86 107 tops / have a wider panel .

Mike

[Lotz-A-Landies]

Mike is correct, there were very few 80" truck cabs, those that have them are usually using the roof off a later 86/88/107/109 S1. Probably because almost the only 80" that had OEM truck cabs were fire engines in the 1952-53 models.

You can tell a genuine 80" truck cab, because of the shape of the gal reinforcing panel on the lower corners. (Secret judges/anorak business :D )

Diana

[russellrovers]

Mike is correct, there were very few 80" truck cabs, those that have them are usually using the roof off a later 86/88/107/109 S1. Probably because almost the only 80" that had OEM truck cabs were fire engines in the 1952-53 models.

You can tell a genuine 80" truck cab, because of the shape of the gal reinforcing panel on the lower corners. (Secret judges/anorak business :D )

Dianahi diana it also fits the profile of the 80 inch tub as the 96 107 88 109 does jim

[Lotz-A-Landies]

hi diana it also fits the profile of the 80 inch tub as the 96 107 88 109 does jimThe 86-109 truck cab will fit the 80" but it overhangs the 80" transom by about 6" so you can't fit the spare in the back of the 80".

[Summiitt]

When I bought my 80in, the seller gave me a series one truck cab that is very very straight, not sure if it's an 80in or otherwise, it's def a series one cab. He did say that it fits the 80....looking to swap for a soft top and sticks if anyone is interested..

[digger]

Mike is correct, there were very few 80" truck cabs, those that have them are usually using the roof off a later 86/88/107/109 S1. Probably because almost the only 80" that had OEM truck cabs were fire engines in the 1952-53 models.

You can tell a genuine 80" truck cab, because of the shape of the gal reinforcing panel on the lower corners. (Secret judges/anorak business :D )

Diana

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/series-i-land-rover-enthusiasts-section/121255-80-49-worth.html

post 5 photo 3, is that the one? has it correct roof?

[Landy Smurf]

i just dont know if i might want a ute cab or hardtop so when i finally have my 80' registered i can lock it up and yes i know i will need to do something with the doors

[Lotz-A-Landies]

http://www.aulro.com/afvb/series-i-land-rover-enthusiasts-section/121255-80-49-worth.html

post 5 photo 3, is that the one? has it correct roof?Yes it is the genuine article, I hope you grabbed it! :)

You will also notice it is a 1952-53 model without the firewall sidelights.

[Summiitt]

Mine looks the same, will send some photos thru over the weekend for the people who can tell better than me to have a look at..

[digger]

Yes it is the genuine article, I hope you grabbed it! :)

You will also notice it is a 1952-53 model without the firewall sidelights.

Yep I dragged it here, now it'll be the donor for my '52 :D

saw a great roof today, on (i think) an 86"...
its a custom roof that I think really suits the model, even Nay loves it!
will try and post a photo soon.

**EDIT**
and soon is now!

interested in hearing about what people think... But as said I love the quirky roof!

unable to locate any numbers/ ID plates to give me the numbers I crave!

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/06/91.jpg
note the tyre holder on bonnett? should be on back of "seat wall"(ok front of tub :D)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/06/115.jpg
spare diff on tray?
spare bumper too?

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/06/116.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/06/117.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/06/118.jpg

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/06/119.jpg

as you can see it has had a tree branch fall on it but no apparent damage :D

I will try and contact the owner soon, I think I know who owns it !

[digger]

any guesses what this may be from ?
(obviously cut and shaped to fit and sitting on the hood sticks)

[ellard]

Hi there

I like how its been formed around the original sft top hoops - and your right I have seen a few home made efforts and this is one of the better ones.

Well done.........

PS - I like the story of how you found it.....:nazilock:
Wayne

[Landy Smurf]

it looks pretty cool IMHO, would be interesting to see it all tidied up.looks like it is fairly straight.

[digger]

Hi there

I like how its been formed around the original sft top hoops - and your right I have seen a few home made efforts and this is one of the better ones.

Well done.........

PS - I like the story of how you found it.....:nazilock:
Wyane

Wayne,

Cheers, I do like it but I dont have an 86 to fit it to.......yet :twisted:


I agree its a ripper and although slightly rough its a great look. Didnt get right into/onto it but its now on my list!

I think the full story of its being located may not be for publication :angel::D

Hey Wayne.... One more thing... slow down as you finish of your emails OR I'll start calling you WHYANNE the way you spelt it!!:p:twisted:

Cheers
Digger
(yep, I checked the spelling of my name twice before I was game to post this!!)

[ellard]

Hi there digger

Woooooop's - must have been a bad day when you have spelt your name wrong.............its been fixed.

I agree - the full story has been censored......:nazilock:

Enjoy your day

PS - i have an 86, and know where there is another missing its engine.

Wayne (correct spelling as check it twice)

[wrinklearthur]

Amongst my collection I have from different sources, a full length hardtop panel and a pair of sides for a 80" and I am looking for a canvas to suit a 86"/88" series 1.

Hmmm this is starting to look like a ad, but if I call it barter is that better?

Can someone help me here with the wording? As then I can edit it to be politically correct, I really don't want to upset the camp by creating a posting that gets up a nose or two.
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[Landy Smurf]

i personally prefer the rag top, but i took the opportunity to get a hardtop for the 86 inch i did have a rag top on it but it wasnt in the best of condition( very faded and came apart at the stitching, but it was still ok), i am sure you can get them new from a few places. I personally would love a hardtop for an 80inch