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Old Jan 20, 2008 | 11:23 PM
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Sun Roof removal

Has anyone removed thier sun roof from their touring model and replaced it with a solid piece and new head liner?
Is there a write up anywhere?
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 10:11 AM
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dout it why would you do that?
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 10:29 AM
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cant fit my head with a helmet on.
plus the sunroof leaks.
doesnt close all the way.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 11:42 AM
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I would imagine it would be rather difficult to match the concave dip in the middle of the roof line with the new piece.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by stubble88
Has anyone removed thier sun roof from their touring model and replaced it with a solid piece and new head liner?
Is there a write up anywhere?
thanks
To make any real difference, you'd need to replace the entire roof. You are better off with one of the following suggestions:

1. Sell your car and buy one without a sunroof
2. Get an aftermarket seat which can give you some additional headroom

You might keep an eye on this thread:
https://www.rx7club.com/interior-exterior-audio-26/aftermarket-stock-seat-headroom-tall-people-722878/
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 11:34 PM
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i realize this quite an unrealistic request.
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Old Jan 22, 2008 | 03:43 AM
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Best to find a wreck and go to town with the spot-weld drill and grinder to get a non-sunroof top. As well as the added headroom, we found the sunroof was in the region of 15kg. You'll be up for a new liner and switchgear if you are concerned about aesthetics.
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