I reckon it is possible.
You would either have to replace the tub with a civy one or cut away these protrusions.
Or maybe cut the hard top to clear them.
Me, I'd replace the tub
Anyone out there converted their perentie to a full length hardtop using a 2 door defender hardtop?
I reckon it is possible.
You would either have to replace the tub with a civy one or cut away these protrusions.
Or maybe cut the hard top to clear them.
Me, I'd replace the tub
If you do could you post pics as it would be a sticky for future reference for others. Thanks.
Finding bits would be tough I thought........
I may be wrong but I understand that as long as you remove the ROPS, the sides and rear door off a 109 series 3 or defender will fit? The roof must be off a defender to fit the windscreen (could be off a wagon which are much more common).
Cheers
Chris
Chris
2014 D4 TDV6
1954 86"
1963 2A Forward Control (getting the full treatment, Isuzu 4JH1, MYY5T, LT230, Toyota Axles, extended cab ++)
1980 Stage 1 v8 (gone)
I've seen it done, keeping the rops, using series 3 panels and I assume roof but could be wrong. Guy who did it is a forum member. Said 'a bit' of manipulation was required but nothing too serious. Don't know his name, bumped into him at a service Centre on the Hume.
I have fitted a Defender single cab onto my Perentie with very few issues but the full hard top is another ball game, if you can find one.
It can be done but as Mick Marsh said you will have to remove the front and rear ROPS as well as the center frame and bracket along with the ROPS brackets on all four corners and 1/3 of the way back (see Mick's photos) that are welded to the capping. These can all be ground off.
The Defender rear door would also not fit as the Perentie (assuming it is a GS and not an FFR) has a tail gate. The FFR is completely different.
Might be easier to replace the whole tub.
A Series cab or hardtop will not fit on the Perentie as the windscreens are different.
Hope this helps.
Phil B
Custodian of:
1974 S3 swb wagon (sold)
1978 S3 swb canvas
48 749 '88 4x4 Perentie
1985 County with 4BD1T
I was under the impression that apart from the hinges being in the wrong locations (side vs bottom), it was relatively easy to convert from a tailgate to a side swinging door, whether on a Series 3, 110 or Perentie? Are there big issues with rubber seals, door latches etc???
Cheers,
Chris
Chris
2014 D4 TDV6
1954 86"
1963 2A Forward Control (getting the full treatment, Isuzu 4JH1, MYY5T, LT230, Toyota Axles, extended cab ++)
1980 Stage 1 v8 (gone)
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