Ideas on how to make convertible boots?

[Tommy124]

Hi there,

it's not the first time that I am thinking of making a hardtop into a convertible. 

The problem so far has been how to source a fitting boot.

I am thinking of something more complex than a piece of Evergreen sheet with a piece of masking tape on it (although for some cars that would work). Something with a bit of height, structure, but that should also be "uneven" in a realistic way. See the example below:

I have yet to do some testing, but I would like to feel out what you guys think.

Wouldn't be the first time that I could explore some good practical ideas on this forum!

Thanks ahead for any feedback!

 

[mcs1056]

[Perspect Scale Modelworks]

Good question. I've been wanting to convert the Entex Rolls into a drophead coupe for years. The hold up has been trying to figure out how to replicate the boot. 

[Ace-Garageguy]

7 minutes ago, Perspect Scale Modelworks said:

Good question. I've been wanting to convert the Entex Rolls into a drophead coupe for years. The hold up has been trying to figure out how to replicate the boot. 

 

mcs1056, above, has the right idea.

The front top bow and the folded side members are readily apparent in the photo of the booted Bentley drophead.

Make up some pieces from styrene to suit, then form the cover as discussed in the 'tarp" thread.

Tiny solder beads are available that can be used to represent the snaps very effectively, as are resin rivets.