Detachable top?????

Capt. Hough · 11-07-2011, 04:49 PM

Ok, I searched and didn't see much in several searches, so let me ask the collective genius we have here.

I am thinking of making my EZ-Go top removable/detachable.

It is an 88 model and the top is attached with a square tubing frame. I was thinking that maybe I could find a larger tubing that could slide over the existing tubing so that I can cut the original frame and have it insert into the new tubing to be pinned on one end and bolted on the other.

Is this a good idea? Bad Idea?

I need the clearance of removing the top for storage on the trailer I just purchased. In other words I can't back it into the carport with the roof/top on. Trailer is too tall , carport entrance is short at 7'.

Am I thinking of something stupid or should I just go for it?

LostHusker · 11-07-2011, 06:15 PM

CH

You most likely could do what you are thinking, but the main drawback I would see to it, is the squeaking/ rattling noise you could get from all of that. If you could maybe figure out a way to have the original tubing coated in some way to help remove some of the noise then it may not be too bad. Just a thought.

wrongway · 11-07-2011, 07:07 PM

I installed hinges to lower the top when loading in my trailer.Here are a couple of pics. Ther are more on my build...link is below

Capt. Hough · 11-07-2011, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by LostHusker

CH

You most likely could do what you are thinking, but the main drawback I would see to it, is the squeaking/ rattling noise you could get from all of that. If you could maybe figure out a way to have the original tubing coated in some way to help remove some of the noise then it may not be too bad. Just a thought.

You sound like me, I thought of the same thing, I hate rattles and extranious noises. I haven't cut anything yet, however I have bought an aluminum angle to work with and 1/4 inch bolts with lock washers and wingnuts. I'm still designing in my head. LOL

Capt. Hough · 11-07-2011, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by wrongway

I installed hinges to lower the top when loading in my trailer.Here are a couple of pics. Ther are more on my build...link is below

VERY clever. now I have something new to think about. Did you make those hinges yourself?

Love the look, and I will have to visit the measurements tomorrow. Like you I don't need a whole bunch, just 6 " or so. I like that idea. Seems easier than completely dropping the top. Thanks!

wrongway · 11-08-2011, 12:19 AM

Hinges are made by one of the sponsors - XT innovations

Capt. Hough · 11-08-2011, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by wrongway

Hinges are made by one of the sponsors - XT innovations

Hmm, I looked at their website and all they have is custom seats????

wrongway · 11-08-2011, 07:48 AM

Yeah I know, I told Dave, if he would advertise them or at least put them on his site he would sell a lot more. You will have to call or email him,but they are available.

Capt. Hough · 11-08-2011, 05:40 PM

Well, I got it done, made my own. Works like a champ! I made my hinges9 inches long to get more drop, good thing I did, I needed every bit of it.

LostHusker · 11-08-2011, 05:43 PM

Come on lets see some pics

11-07-2011, 04:49 PM	#1
Capt. Hough Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 21	Detachable top????? Ok, I searched and didn't see much in several searches, so let me ask the collective genius we have here. I am thinking of making my EZ-Go top removable/detachable. It is an 88 model and the top is attached with a square tubing frame. I was thinking that maybe I could find a larger tubing that could slide over the existing tubing so that I can cut the original frame and have it insert into the new tubing to be pinned on one end and bolted on the other. Is this a good idea? Bad Idea? I need the clearance of removing the top for storage on the trailer I just purchased. In other words I can't back it into the carport with the roof/top on. Trailer is too tall , carport entrance is short at 7'. Am I thinking of something stupid or should I just go for it?
Capt. Hough Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 21

11-07-2011, 06:15 PM	#2
LostHusker Just one day at a time Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: South TX Posts: 8,650	Re: Detachable top????? CH You most likely could do what you are thinking, but the main drawback I would see to it, is the squeaking/ rattling noise you could get from all of that. If you could maybe figure out a way to have the original tubing coated in some way to help remove some of the noise then it may not be too bad. Just a thought.

11-08-2011, 12:19 AM	#6
wrongway Gone Crazy Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Sweet Home Alabama Posts: 432	Re: Detachable top????? Hinges are made by one of the sponsors - XT innovations

11-08-2011, 07:48 AM	#8
wrongway Gone Crazy Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Sweet Home Alabama Posts: 432	Re: Detachable top????? Yeah I know, I told Dave, if he would advertise them or at least put them on his site he would sell a lot more. You will have to call or email him,but they are available.

11-08-2011, 05:40 PM	#9
Capt. Hough Not Yet Wild Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 21	Re: Detachable top????? Well, I got it done, made my own. Works like a champ! I made my hinges9 inches long to get more drop, good thing I did, I needed every bit of it.
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11-08-2011, 05:43 PM	#10
LostHusker Just one day at a time Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: South TX Posts: 8,650	Re: Detachable top????? Come on lets see some pics