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  1. 12-17-2014, 04:45 AM #1
    Flamshackle
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    Christmas hardtop tease?

    Please FFR can you "leak" us some more teaser photos of the development of the hardtop design?

    It would be the best Christmas prezzie 👍
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  2. 12-17-2014, 05:35 AM #2
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    Or the actually hardtop since your most likely close to completion.
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  3. 12-17-2014, 06:04 AM #3
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    Just let me say....................it's worth the wait!
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  4. 12-17-2014, 08:28 AM #4
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    I'm anxious to see it as well. I'm not confident in the S's rollover protection and I'm entertaining the idea of a custom cage in conjunction with the hard top.
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  5. 12-17-2014, 11:11 AM #5
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    That would be cool to see!


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  6. 12-17-2014, 02:28 PM #6
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    Pretty please. I don't think i am on the naughty list, so a present would be great
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  7. 12-17-2014, 07:02 PM #7
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    have you seen the hard top fast 5 racer?
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  8. 12-17-2014, 07:28 PM #8
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    Yes I have seen the hardtop in person, on Monday
    A full cage under it is possible I think. It's not finished, but the outside shape looks good and they are working on finalising the other stuff like how to open the hatch above the engine, interior hoodlining etc
    No photos as FFR didn't want any taken.
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  9. 12-17-2014, 09:39 PM #9
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    Quote Originally Posted by xatudor View Post
    ... A full cage under it is possible I think...
    Do your think it will fit on the 818R?
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  10. 12-18-2014, 12:53 PM #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hobby Racer View Post
    Do your think it will fit on the 818R?
    I may get in trouble for posting this, but I don't think so BUT I could be wrong.
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    I can't wait! Although I wonder about the increased weight/cost.
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  12. 12-18-2014, 02:05 PM #12
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hobby Racer View Post
    Do your think it will fit on the 818R?
    With non-opening doors and a small window, I would imagine you would have to be a contortionist to get in and out of an 818R with a hard top - but I'd love to be proven wrong by a youtube video of someone pulling it off.
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  13. 12-18-2014, 02:05 PM #13
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hobby Racer View Post
    Do your think it will fit on the 818R?

    Climbing in Dukes of Hazzard style?

    http://video.search.yahoo.com/video/...%2Cm%3Asa&vm=r
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  14. 12-18-2014, 03:35 PM #14
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    Hey guys the top will not fit a R version just the street due to the roll bars size..Thanks!!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tony Zullo View Post
    Hey guys the top will not fit a R version just the street due to the roll bars size..Thanks!!!
    Some photos showing the fitment issues might help explain it better....
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    Quote Originally Posted by bbjones121 View Post
    Some photos showing the fitment issues might help explain it better....
    It is worth the wait. Trust me!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kalstar View Post
    It is worth the wait. Trust me!
    So... Are you planning one for yours?


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  19. 12-18-2014, 05:54 PM #19
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kalstar View Post
    It is worth the wait. Trust me!
    Seeing is believing...
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  20. 12-18-2014, 06:17 PM #20
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    Quote Originally Posted by David Hodgkins View Post
    So... Are you planning one for yours?

    I'm waiting for it to become available. I don't think it will be any harder to get in then the 818S with the soft top on. The rear side windows look like a good place for an intake scoop on the drivers side as you wont be looking out that one anyway. Just have to work out how to get a window demister/aircon under the dash.
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  21. 12-18-2014, 06:27 PM #21
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    Quote Originally Posted by David Hodgkins View Post
    So... Are you planning one for yours?

    Yes....100%
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    Yes now show pictures. AC is already going in my car as we speak... Santa I've been a good boy this year.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kalstar View Post
    It is worth the wait. Trust me!
    Awesome to hear, can you answer some quick questions Kalstar?

    How closely does it resemble the Vman design? Does it look like it was always supposed to be a coupe or does it look even a little bit like an after thought?

    Thanks man.
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  24. 12-19-2014, 12:08 PM #24
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    I'm hearing great things from my insider but they won't share pics with me yet. Smart.
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    Quote Originally Posted by xatudor View Post
    Yes I have seen the hardtop in person, on Monday
    A full cage under it is possible I think. It's not finished, but the outside shape looks good and they are working on finalising the other stuff like how to open the hatch above the engine, interior hoodlining etc
    No photos as FFR didn't want any taken.
    How many main parts to it?
    Does it include the windshield like the 33?
    Is a targa style top? ( the hatch above the engine infers probably not )
    Side window option?
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  26. 12-19-2014, 03:03 PM #26
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    I'm hoping they make it compatible with the soft top side windows. This would make the retrofit that much easier.
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    Is that even the 818? I realize its not full scale but the contours dont resemble the 818.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kurk818 View Post
    Is that even the 818? I realize its not full scale but the contours dont resemble the 818.
    No, it is the early miniature model of Rodneys concept for the design competition.
    It resides on the wall in the FFR shop.

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    Quote Originally Posted by bbjones121 View Post
    No, it is the early miniature model of Rodneys concept for the design competition.
    How is this a teaser then?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kurk818 View Post
    How is this a teaser then?
    It isn't, Jay is messing with everyone. They obviously want it a secret.
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    Quote Originally Posted by billjr212 View Post
    I'm hoping they make it compatible with the soft top side windows. This would make the retrofit that much easier.
    How about with power windows? Wouldn't that be a game changer. There is a reason this top has been delayed. Lots of R&D going on to make this "hair on fire" they will make it the best they can while still keeping it affordable. What will make it into production only few know (and I am not one of them). As I said when they release it, it will be worth the wait. BTW Jay post is not far off from what I have seen.
    Last edited by Kalstar; 12-19-2014 at 06:05 PM.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kalstar View Post
    How about with power windows? Wouldn't that be a game changer. There is a reason this top has been delayed. Lots of R&D going on to make this "hair on fire" they will make it the best they can while still keeping it affordable. What will make it into production only few know (and I am not one of them). As I said when they release it, it will be worth the wait. BTW Jay post is not far off from what I have seen.
    But you may as well post an S2000 top....
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    Spoon hardtop would work for me if we are going the S2000 route
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kalstar View Post
    How about with power windows? Wouldn't that be a game changer. There is a reason this top has been delayed. Lots of R&D going on to make this "hair on fire" they will make it the best they can while still keeping it affordable. What will make it into production only few know (and I am not one of them). As I said when they release it, it will be worth the wait. BTW Jay post is not far off from what I have seen.
    Power windows are great and all and would certainly be a game changer. But from my perspective, a toy car like this should be a roadster first, meaning I would only put a hard top on in spring and fall to extend the driving season. The added weight, cost, and complexity of power windows wouldn't be worth it to someone such as myself.

    To be fair, the soft top is obviously a better match for someone like me, so my opinion should be properly discounted
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