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Daytona · 03-03-2004, 05:20 PM

Actually, the convertible will run high 15's or low 16's due to the fact that convertibles are actually always heavier than hard tops. This is because you lose structural rigidity when you lose the columns, roof, and c-pillars. The engineers then need to add alot more structural reinforcement underneath the car to keep it from flexing. The only time this is not true is when you take a hard top and simply cut the roof off with a chain saw (or other implement of destruction).

03-03-2004, 05:20 PM	#3
Daytona ALEROMOD RAPIST Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 7,971	Actually, the convertible will run high 15's or low 16's due to the fact that convertibles are actually always heavier than hard tops. This is because you lose structural rigidity when you lose the columns, roof, and c-pillars. The engineers then need to add alot more structural reinforcement underneath the car to keep it from flexing. The only time this is not true is when you take a hard top and simply cut the roof off with a chain saw (or other implement of destruction). __________________ 2008 Summer Sport Compact Slam - ET Bracket Class Event Winner 2006 NHRA Sport Compact FallNationals - ET Bracket Class Event Winner 1990 Sunoco Super Challenge Points Series - Trophy Stock Points Champion