[DaleM]

I assume (?) the 72 convertible frame is different from the hard top frame like earlier years where the convertible frame is boxed; am I correct?

Are there other structual differences between the convertible and hard top? Any structual crossbracing, etc.?

A gentleman wrote me asking this as he's contemplating cutting the top off a hardtop and turn it into, essentially, a roadster. Don't ask me why...

 

[Mike]

According to the Hollander Interchange ,the '71-72 2 DR.,H.T. & Conv. use the same frame.
Hollander # 1943 which is GM P/N 6263668.
That P/N has 14 applications.
You have an e-mail.

 

[DaleM]

Duh, didn't even think to look in the Hollander book. Anyone have thoughts on crossbracing the hard top body for rigidity if cutting off the roof?

 

[Mike]

I'd think that the Conv. body would have some additional bracing/support built in as the frame doesn't.
Does the assembly manual show any bracing/support/structures that would allow the same frame for everything but the 'Camino?

 

[1972convss454]

I may be wrong but I would say the frame for the conv and the HT are the same other than the boxed area.

 

[daveo1]

There are two more body mounts right at the cowl area on a vert.

 

[MrBreez]

Some good info here that might help you out- http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=168348

MrBreez