JK SUT build AKA Bobbed top

Aight so heres my newest build... I was wanting a truck type look and be able to take the dogs with me with out having them in the jeep with me. So heres the attempt . It started with a damaged hardtop i picked up for cheap. from there we set the jig for cutting the top half. We used a router and it worked like a champ. from there we ran into our problems..... I thought the top was very symmetrical... its not exactly. But this was a minor hiccup for a do anything POP's, from there we pieced this top back together , with out sacrificing strength or looks. For the reassembly of the top i used west system epoxies. We were recommend with GFLEX 650 system, great for plastics and SMC. Pretty awesome stuff check out there site (the Kayak challenge). Didnt need to use fabrics or any other materials. From there i started on the repair of the damage corner, just using pieces of left over SMC. Then came the oh shit moment, I hope this worth it.... I cut the role bar!!!!

So now this project isnt done yet but ive made major headway....

Things to come.

body work
Upol raptor liner the entire top
custom build the bulk head
Install the rear sliding window
customize the roll bar

Here are some photos of the process!


I hoping to have the SUT done by the end of the month but will see.
prepped top for cutting and epoxy



pops making the CUT



the assembly











just wondering what it would look like with stock window..... but its a no go





Dont make fun of me, I know I know the rear tires dont match !!! what can I say, im cheap!!!

is right on cutting the roll bar. Meh! I've heard they aren't really all that tough anyway. I'm sure your customized version will be better than stock.

I gotta say, that shortened top looks pretty cool. I look forward to seeing the finished result -- especially the liner.

haha scary but the new custom roll bar will be awesome....I think and hope!

Way to go Brian. Awesome built, can't wait to see the finished result.
Are you changing out the rear glass? I think you mentioned putting in a sliding glass window?

Thanks! Yep i order a sliding rear window so hopefully it looks and works good!

looking like its off to a good start!

looks good so far. Kinda small space for your huge a$$ dog tho


I really like this tho. can't wait to see the finished product. I've been thinking of doing the same thing but also extending the rear a few inches while doing a stretch in the rear. Just need more $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

SSSWWWEEEEET!

I have been following a thread over at Pirate4x4 that MBRP is doing...kinda similar

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=946856

hahahah huge ass dog is right , maybe i should have just bought a truck or maybe cut the dog in half.......

as for the MBRP im watching there build as well! that things gonna be sweet! I personally like river raiders jeep truck the best!! Its sick

Sweet!

Wow, that looks awesome, good work!!

thanks yall! This is the project that made miss canyons!! but im itching to go do some wheeling soon!

Looks nice!

It amazing what a person can do with a little time and some power tools.

Looks good.

Thanks its work in progress!

Here are some pics of the bulkhead being built, we went with wood but i have found out the hard way already that if it aint sealed its warping......:eek2: But all in all looks pretty good. Im kicking myself for buying a small window but its hard to know what to get with out seeing it in person ....(live and learn):thinking: But heres what ya want pictures!

Had to split this corner for fitting issues


Chopped the roll bar completely


framing process.






Covered the hing area


U POL raptor liner! Pretty sweet stuff I was a little hesitant , but the products is nice.






Gotta get to work on the CAGE


Installed the window! Great fit and pretty clean look!



bottom bulkhead to be built soon.


Built some bed rails to give a even look in the back... I tried to stay level with windows for a nice line, Gonna finish welding them and paint today.




ENJOY:beer:

SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Very Nice

SEXY!!!

Awesome!

Big cajones dude for taking on the project.

It's always good to see some and !!!

Very NICE!!!

Almost there....

Awesome job, Brian! It's coming along quite well. Are you gonna U-Pol the rails and rail tubes too? That will be a nice touch. Looking forward to how you:

• Finalize cage
  
• Close in the cab area

Waiting for the next update.

Thanks yall!! Ya I wanna spray the rails as well as the bottom portion of the bulkhead once done. Also I think I want to spray the cage as well !!!! I need to get work on this thing!!!

Damn man...that is sweet!

When I cut the top my old JK two years ago everyone thought I was crazy. Now I really I realized I just lacked the vision to finish the job after making the cuts. Looks great.

Maybe I missed it, but why not leave in the factory rear glass. Simpler and would keep the defrost, wiper, etc....