Koplitzzz Posted May 26, 2011 Share #1 Posted May 26, 2011 Wondering if anyone has ever tried adding a support up underneath the roof.I have an early '74 that sat out in the snow for many years, and has a soft spot in the roof (stretched). I've searched and read all the posts on this, and I have a replacement roof available, just started thinking that it might be easier to beef up the roof than all that drilling, cutting and welding. I know the roof will need some bondo, just trying to keep it to a minimum, and think that strengthening it would be a good idea.Some kind of U- or hat-channel type framing came to mind (think modern car hood underneath), but that would obviously hang down inside and the headliner would have to work around it. Not ideal.I am considerating adding a thin plate "band" to the roof to stiffen it up, might have to use a couple thin strips because of the curve. Also might try bonding another roof up underneath, two layers might be good.Anybody tried anything like this and have any suggestions? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/39684-anyone-ever-try-a-roof-support/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZCurves Posted May 26, 2011 Share #2 Posted May 26, 2011 The clearance inside the car is not that generous, any kind of U-Channel that you might devise could have you bumping your head! I would suggest concentrating on performing the roof transplant -which is heavily documented in this forum. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/39684-anyone-ever-try-a-roof-support/#findComment-356929 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willoughby Z Posted May 26, 2011 Share #3 Posted May 26, 2011 The clearance inside the car is not that generous, any kind of U-Channel that you might devise could have you bumping your head! I would suggest concentrating on performing the roof transplant -which is heavily documented in this forum.Well said. I would suggest 'popping' the roof back up, dealing with any creases or paint damage, if there is any. Then if you don't like the results, go for the transplant... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/39684-anyone-ever-try-a-roof-support/#findComment-356933 Share on other sites More sharing options...
grantf Posted May 26, 2011 Share #4 Posted May 26, 2011 When you say soft spot is it popping in and out, like a pop can? if you are going to do body work anyhow try to heat shrink the metal. Get it hot with a torch then quench it with a rag and cold water, not red hot just enough to make steam. Does this help? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/39684-anyone-ever-try-a-roof-support/#findComment-356941 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLPurcell Posted May 27, 2011 Share #5 Posted May 27, 2011 Not something I would do but if one were to want to run a support it would not pose a clearance problem if it were ran centerline front to back. JLP Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/39684-anyone-ever-try-a-roof-support/#findComment-356952 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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