Should I keep the fixed mounts on my targa roof? Options

[morehills]

My 914-6 GT Clone came with some pretty difficult to use fixed targa top mounts. They bolt the rear of the top to the targa bar where the factory latches once were. I have all the original hardware to return the latches, which I'd like to do especially after installing a GT roll bar where access to the bolts is limited.

Before I swap back, is there any significant structural reason for these fixed mounts I should consider. I don't mind loosing a bit of rigidity in the top mount for the convenience of being able to remove the top easily. My car is mostly a street runner but I do take it to Lime Rock occasionally. I presume that the GT roll bar I added has also strengthened the targa section of the car and may mitigate any flex in the car from the factory top set up.

Thanks,

John

[morehills]

Thanks,

The roll bar does bolt to the shoulder belt mount. But works fine with the side bolster in place.

I'm going to finish mounting the roll bar and harnesses and put one of the latches back on to see if I have proper clearance to use them. I'd prefer to have the latches if they will work.

John

[bkrantz]

Thanks,

The roll bar does bolt to the shoulder belt mount. But works fine with the side bolster in place.

I'm going to finish mounting the roll bar and harnesses and put one of the latches back on to see if I have proper clearance to use them. I'd prefer to have the latches if they will work.

John

Then it should provide some stiffness. Of course a full cage would add more. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Good luck with the latches.