Troop Carrier Lift Up Window
Submitted: Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 11:56
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dave889977
Hi Guys,
has anyone seen an aftermarket rear side window for a 75 series troopie that lifts up instead of slides??
Same idea to what they put in some of the ute canopies
Dave
Reply By: Member - Tour Boy ( Bundy QLD) - Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 15:14
Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 15:14
Try RV and caravan suppliers as they use similar windows. It may be as simple as shortening the frame of one of theirs and fitting a piece of glass to suit. Or you could just use the acrylic window that comes with it. I assume you want to sleep in the vehicle.
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Follow Up By: Member - Tour Boy ( Bundy QLD) - Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 15:18
Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 15:18
Try
Camec, click on brochures and windows.
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Reply By: Member - Phil G (SA) - Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 20:46
Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 20:46
Had a mate who did this himself to a 73series with the FRP roof. Remove dthe original windows and lined the hole with that pinchweld that has a rubber seal. Replaced the glass with perspex cut to size and shape, and obtained hinges, struts and latches from UES Int. It was a nice job.
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Reply By: Sludgie - Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 22:56
Thursday, Mar 03, 2011 at 22:56
Gidday Dave, I have done what you are asking about 3 years ago on my troopy. The work was done by a marine window maker and although a great job was done the rear pair cost me $1500.00. Safety glass was used with lockable handles that folded flat so as not to caught on scrub and trees.
A few things I would like to point out from my experiences with these windows, they are brilliant!!. I would reconsider using glass and just use sheet metal which would cut the cost considerably and next time I would do all 4 windows if I have no rear passengers. On one side I have built a box that is now my kitchen so that for quick stops etc. I only have to open the side window.
I can arrange for a photo to be sent to you if you require one.
Sludgie
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