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Old 06-02-2004, 03:54 PM
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3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

Hey guys just wanted to let you drop top guys know we have just finished a custom Light bar in our 350 GTA convertible we have spoken to a manufacture and we can prosume with production if we get 15 people to commit to doing this we should have bars ready to ship in 6-8 weeks the retail price is going to be 499.00+ shipping and a 200.00 deposit is required you guys have asked for it and here it is please call Bruce for more details. The bar will come complete with the third brake light. Due to being very busy this time of year please call with any questions you may have ask to speak with Bruce regarding the convertible light bar hope this works out well for everyone.
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Old 06-02-2004, 03:55 PM
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PS Check out the website for more info and pics.
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Saw this bar at the fbody gathering this past weekend and it looks top notch. Thinking of getting one for my 91 TA. Hawks has great parts and is awesome to deal with so if you want a great addition to your car check this out.
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Is this a cosmetic light bar or will it actually intergrate into the chassis and be a structual point/support like a regular roll bar?
Old 06-04-2004, 07:22 AM
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Hi,
This is not a structural roll bar it is more for cosmetics.
Thanks,Bruce
Old 06-05-2004, 10:55 PM
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Yes, I too saw it at G8 and really liked it. Nice work and I agree, Hawks is a good source to purchase from.

After seeing the prototype I would like to have one. Bruce count me in when your ready to order.

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Old 06-14-2004, 06:29 PM
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Once you have the final product, please post all pics so we can make a final discision!
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How sturdy is it? I would hate to drop 5 bill's and have one of my drunkin friends break it the first night! If its just screwed on into plastic I would be worried.
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I'd rather spend $500 on a 8 point roll bar, installation and a 5 point harness. But that's just me. Lightbars look cool...I guess.
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I saw the bar at the G8 F-body event. The bar was mounted with two steel plates per side. One plate mounted under the shoulder belt mount point. The second was an angle steel piece that bolted to the steel support structure. The plastic trim piece that covers the shoulder belt mount are needs to be trimmed at the bottom for the plate to clear. If you're concerned about trimming an OEM plastic piece Hawkes has aftermarket trim pieces available. It is definitely solidly mounted.

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I'd rather spend $500 on a 8 point roll bar, installation and a 5 point harness. But that's just me. Lightbars look cool...I guess.
where did you get $500 at? or you talking chromolly and install price?

my 8point was right around $200 but a buddy and I are puting it in ourself so.
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I just meant that for the same price of that lightbar, you can get an 8 pt, have it installed, and get a decent 5 pt harness to go with it. I don't have a tubing notcher so I'll have to wait and have someone else install mine.
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

I wish they still had these I'd buy one in a second if anybody knows of one let me know thanks, AARON
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

I'm looking for one also. Anybody have one or know where I could get one?
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

I'd love to see pics of the linkage and how it attaches.
Edit: I know how now. Just research for my future project.

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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

Revival thread. Bruce lost their supplier. Virtually impossible to find another let alone for $499
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

I know Hawk's doesn't make them any longer, but figured maybe somebody had one laying around somewhere.
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar


I bought it when they first came out with them. I was hesitant because of the steep price but now that they aren't available anymore, I am glad I picked it up when I did.
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

I've never seen a good picture of one. Do they exist? Why not just fabricate one? It's not hard to do.
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

Classic Industries is getting ready to make these available again!
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

Good to know! I will keep that in mind...
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

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Classic Industries is getting ready to make these available again!
That's awesome news. Where did you get the inside information?
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http://www.classicindustries.com/product/1987/camaro/parts/14646.html

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That's awesome news. Where did you get the inside information?
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

I'm not sure that this is current. When you click to order it says discontinued. I'm going to call Classic Industries today
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Re: 3rd Gen Convertible Light Bar

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http://www.classicindustries.com/product/1987/camaro/parts/14646.html
I just called Classic Industries. DISCONTINUED. Not available soon or later
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