Pics of a Convertible FSJ

[GrandWag&Prix]

I just found a couple pics of a convertible FSJ I saw tooling around Colorado Springs a few years ago. I think it's a pretty sweet ride and think it would be perfect for a SoCal surfin' woody. I don't know where it went, but haven't seen it around lately.
http://bobrebello.us/convertiblefsj1.jpg
http://bobrebello.us/convertiblefsj2.jpg

[FSJ Guy]

That looks professionally done. Nice!

I'd worry about the lack of a roll bar, however. :eek:

[Uncle Buck]

That is wierd looking. It needs some type of roll bar behind the front seats or something. Interesting though.

[DerekTJeep]

Not fan of the color, but one a kind.

[Brizio]

Cool!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

This solution resolve the non working tailgate motor!!!:D:D:D

I see it better wit also the rear seat usable...

[men in black]

That looks very similar to the one I photo-shopped awhile back.

The one in my avatar

[will e]

I wonder what it looks like with the top up.

Most convertibles don't have a roll bar... what's the big deal?

[BigOrange401]

Do you it has a hard top or soft top? Who could make a soft top if someone wanted to copy it?

[Brizio]

Looks that this one doesn't have hard or soft, just so... :)

[lost1]

Actually, a lot of convertibles have a very low-profile roll bar built in somewhere; often incorporated into the body itself so it isn't even noticed by a casual observer... A lot don't, but you inevitably see aftermarket manufacturers finding a solution for owners.

I know I wouldn't want to be in something with no roof support... there should at least be enough guaranteed free space in the passenger/driver area to prevent someone's head from greasing the pavement in the event of an accident. Ouch!

This waggy looks like a fun cruiser, but I'd be keeping my fingers crossed if I were driving it. :)

[BigOrange401]

Ive been bored at home and its making me want to break out the sawzall and try out the new blades I bought.

[GrandWag&Prix]

I bet that dark interior gets freaking HOT! OUCH!:eek:

[Casey]

That looks professionally done. Nice!

I'd worry about the lack of a roll bar, however. :eek:
Not a lot can happen in the mall parking lot. :p

I plan to have a convertable top made. I just got the parts I need to bolt it together and get it out of my garage. Cage is bent and laying in the floor.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v189/rcasey/FSJ/vert.jpg

It will be ready by June - ECI 2010.

[madmikeX3]

I think its really nice. Perfect to throw some surfboards in the back and roll down the beach!:drivin::fsj:

[Headhoncho]

http://bobrebello.us/convertiblefsj2.jpg

Lack of a roll bar wouldn't keep me from driving it anywhere. It's not a Shelby convertible or a Cobra for God's sake. I think it looks great even if it's a Wag. :p


JR

[Headhoncho]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v189/rcasey/FSJ/vert.jpg

It will be ready by June - ECI 2010.

Boy that looks cool. That will give me more reason to make ECI '10. Do I need to bring my hydraulic jack with me again for this one too?


JR

[Bama Burden]

i'd rather be in a wreck in that thing that in, say, my mother's miata
or even a scout for that matter

[FSJ Guy]

I've seen a truck that was rolled on it's side just from being broad-sided.

And I also have seen proof that a single hoop behind the front seats won't help you when the truck lands upside down with the hood laying on the pavement. You need a hoop in front of the seats to make a protective cage.

That said, I'd drive it until I saved the $$$ for a nice cage.

[grand_wag_85]

Looks like they did a better job then I did but mine had a rollbar!

[GWDriver]

I like the concept, but would never go wheeling in it w/o the rollcage.. That being said, it does look professionally prepared and the design is absolutely showing a certain 'cool' factor.

Yeah, I like it.:D

[duncanstives]

That thing is SWEET.

I would not worry about the cage for city driving.

Would not take it wheeling without one but its too nice to wheel anyway... Maybe drive out onto a beach or something but thats about it.

[Casey]

Do I need to bring my hydraulic jack with me again for this one too?


JR
Feelin the love JR. :p

[Dirt Wag]

My daily driver is a Lebaron convertible - no rollbar - would not be fun upside down but it's not worth worrying about. One thing about a convertible Waggy - if you cut all that weight off the top it lowers the center of gravity making a rollover less likely. I wouldn't do any gnarly offroading without a rollbar or cage though.

[MonsterZ]

Just saw this, absolutely awesome!! No, I wouldn't be afraid to lift it and wheel the wee out of it. You only live once, and I would love all the open room around me to see what I got going on around me. Maybe not super extreme trails, but definitely great for some of the milder trails around Moab. How perfect for a great trail ride and a good camera?:thumbsup:

[Metal Twister]

Think it would look cool with a flat fold down windshield and no wind wings... But there is something missing other than the obvious roof. Maybe a small roll bar would put the proportions back in it some how. I like it a lot though. Always taking note so when I roll mine I know what Im going to do with it. LOL

[Me and Honcho]

I just found a couple pics of a convertible FSJ I saw tooling around Colorado Springs a few years ago. I think it's a pretty sweet ride and think it would be perfect for a SoCal surfin' woody. I don't know where it went, but haven't seen it around lately.
http://bobrebello.us/convertiblefsj1.jpg
http://bobrebello.us/convertiblefsj2.jpg
Since safety is no issue here. I think it would look great with a chopped down windshield. Like a boat.You could even cut the right and left front door glass at an angle to give the impression of a wrap around windshield.
I can't imagine what the top under the cover looks like? Is there one at all?

[BGW]

I love love love wagvertibles. I plan to do one someday. I like the idea of a shortened windshield. I wouldn't be worried about a rollover around town- the rollcage would take away from the beauty of the body lines and the overall impression.

[men in black]

Maybe a small roll bar would put the proportions back in it some how.
How about two small roll bars
its (PS)

http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n192/pixelhound/photoshopped/orangelowerdTTsmgtrimsrearwheelopening.jpg

[Eric S.]

I would love to have one with a full roll cage top (ala the wrangler), and I would want it to have a soft top like a commando. That said, how would you roll up the windows if the door frames have been cut out? Maybe there's some trick way of making the frame travel with the window?

[beek15853]

http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n192/pixelhound/photoshopped/orangelowerdTTsmgtrimsrearwheelopening.jpg


Sweet Jebus! :eek: Where did you find that, it is BEAUTIFUL!!

[FSJunkie]

I just found a couple pics of a convertible FSJ I saw tooling around Colorado Springs a few years ago. I think it's a pretty sweet ride and think it would be perfect for a SoCal surfin' woody. I don't know where it went, but haven't seen it around lately.
http://bobrebello.us/convertiblefsj1.jpg
http://bobrebello.us/convertiblefsj2.jpgI wonder if the lack of a roof would make it handle alot nicer than non chopped Wagoneers?

Heck yea I would drive that! Offroading on a nice day would be a blast! :thumbsup:

[Heavy_Metal_Thunder_81]

Sweet Jebus! :eek: Where did you find that, it is BEAUTIFUL!!
lol it's a Photoshop creation.