Forbidden-USA OEM Style Hard Top
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05-07-2012, 10:11 PM
#318
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Everything is golden right now. We are finalizing prices this week.
We are picking up the 1x1 and 2x2 double sided tops. Once we have them and we get pictures of them, we will start the group buy.
Check facebook for pictures.
http://www.facebook.com/ForbiddenUsa
We are picking up the 1x1 and 2x2 double sided tops. Once we have them and we get pictures of them, we will start the group buy.
Check facebook for pictures.
http://www.facebook.com/ForbiddenUsa
05-07-2012, 11:41 PM
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OK people...
I took a trip down south and stopped by the shop where the hardtop is being birthed. All I can say is: WOW. Unfortunately, I was unable to meet up with Alberto because of the damned LA traffic during rush hour AND it being the day before cinco de mayo (even though I'm not sure if that played into it, but it was FRIDAY!) but I did meet with his business partner who was nice enough to test fit the top on my ap2.
First, he put on the genuine oem so I can compare the fitment. Then came their replica. It's DEFINITELY lighter and the inside looks GREAT without the lining or the "holes" to the top's frame. Also, he showed me that they molded in a part of the top where a portion of the seals would be exposed and it looks REALLY clean. Fitment was 98% without the seals and the window, but I'm confident that with minor tweaks, the window being installed and the seals in, NO ONE will be disappointed.
As much as I was excited to be the first to have the top test fitted on my car, it didn't compare to the awesomeness of Alberto's partner (it's unfortunate I didn't get to meet THE MAN), but I'm really glad to have met the "other" MAN. Really, really good peeps. I'm pretty sure he would have let me take pictures, but I didn't want to impose and would rather see the FINAL product, painted and installed on a much more quality ride than mine. Believe me, though, I was giddy with excitement when he asked "wanna see what it looks like on your car? It's never been test fitted on anyone's car, not even mine, so you'll be the first one." I was pleasantly honored. I was even invited over to his house and gave me a ride in his 2k to help me decide on other mods that I'm definitely putting into consideration. I'm really glad that i got to meet him and hope that next time, I'll get to meet Alberto and pick up a top
I took a trip down south and stopped by the shop where the hardtop is being birthed. All I can say is: WOW. Unfortunately, I was unable to meet up with Alberto because of the damned LA traffic during rush hour AND it being the day before cinco de mayo (even though I'm not sure if that played into it, but it was FRIDAY!) but I did meet with his business partner who was nice enough to test fit the top on my ap2.
First, he put on the genuine oem so I can compare the fitment. Then came their replica. It's DEFINITELY lighter and the inside looks GREAT without the lining or the "holes" to the top's frame. Also, he showed me that they molded in a part of the top where a portion of the seals would be exposed and it looks REALLY clean. Fitment was 98% without the seals and the window, but I'm confident that with minor tweaks, the window being installed and the seals in, NO ONE will be disappointed.
As much as I was excited to be the first to have the top test fitted on my car, it didn't compare to the awesomeness of Alberto's partner (it's unfortunate I didn't get to meet THE MAN), but I'm really glad to have met the "other" MAN. Really, really good peeps. I'm pretty sure he would have let me take pictures, but I didn't want to impose and would rather see the FINAL product, painted and installed on a much more quality ride than mine. Believe me, though, I was giddy with excitement when he asked "wanna see what it looks like on your car? It's never been test fitted on anyone's car, not even mine, so you'll be the first one." I was pleasantly honored. I was even invited over to his house and gave me a ride in his 2k to help me decide on other mods that I'm definitely putting into consideration. I'm really glad that i got to meet him and hope that next time, I'll get to meet Alberto and pick up a top