Flat topping/ convertibalizing a caddy pickup

[Truendgo]

Hey all,

What if any frame strengthening needs to be done if chopping the cab off of a VW caddy pickup? Others have suggested the pickup already has a strong enough frame to carry loads, but before I start...

Has anyone done a convertible conversion on a pickup, just asking?

Thankee!

[ps2375]

I would think you would def need to reinforce the uni-body if you are planning on chopping the top off. And don't forget to reenforce the a-pillars.

[fmartin_gila]

Any time you change the box structure, you have to add other reinforcement. Look at the extra convert reinforcements added to the air cooled bugs and to the convert rabbits.

Fred