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PostPosted: Sun Aug 16, 2020 12:09 am    Post subject: 1970 1302 convertible electric top? Reply with quote

My wife (and me too) are getting old and lazy. Too many times we do not open the top because it is too laborious, especially if it's a short trip. But I love driving open air! Modern convertible cars have automatic opening for their top, but I don't want to replace my bug. Therefore ... Is there a way to have an automatic opening system for my convertible top? A kit, an all-new top, any system anywhere anyhow?
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PostPosted: Sun Aug 16, 2020 3:03 am    Post subject: Re: 1970 1302 convertible electric top? Reply with quote

I'm actually working on such a system, especially for the 60-71 roof.

The first prototype will get its cover at the end of august and should be ready in september. If everything works like it should I will offer a "no welding required" kit at the end of this year, so stay tuned.

Kits for the 72+-roof are currently available, but require slight cutting and welding. I will redesign these and offer a non-welding kit too.
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PostPosted: Sun Aug 16, 2020 5:35 am    Post subject: Re: 1970 1302 convertible electric top? Reply with quote

Happy to read about yr project. I hope you will show the prototype on the forum when ready. Keep me informed, I am really interested.
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PostPosted: Sun Aug 16, 2020 1:44 pm    Post subject: Re: 1970 1302 convertible electric top? Reply with quote

Shure I'll do.

You may follw the project on:

https://bugfans.de/forum/restaurationen-und-umbauten/66er-cabriooohohohoh-t13810.html
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