In need of advice how to buy a new roof

Post by **bardellson** » Sun Jul 12, 2009 5:16 pm

Hello,

I have currently inherited a Morris minor from my late grandfather, this has always been a machine i have been fascinated with and loved.

It is the convertible version and the original roof needs replacing, unfortunately my knowledge on minors is very limited. And im in desperate search for a new roof.

Can you please help me or give me advice on where to locate a new roof, what one is best and prices

Much Appreciated, Thanks

Post by **d_harris** » Sun Jul 12, 2009 5:27 pm

There are many traders about who can offer roofs.

Bull Motif,
East Sussex Minors (ESM)
Canterbury Convertibles

all come to mind. A quick google will give you their sites...

Post by **Judge** » Sun Jul 12, 2009 5:27 pm

Try ESM. Due to a 'mishap' I have just had to buy a complete new roof from them myself. Just got to fit it tomorrow

Post by **bmcecosse** » Sun Jul 12, 2009 9:04 pm

Take some pics as you go - and then upload the thread as a 'how to' sticky!

Post by **Judge** » Mon Jul 13, 2009 8:52 am

I will try bmc, but it might prove a little difficult trying to stretch the material, tack it, and take a picture at the same time

Post by **bmcecosse** » Mon Jul 13, 2009 10:25 am

It can be done - I fitted a new top to my TR7 last summer - with considerable assistance from my wife - and a huge array of clothes pegs. No 'tacking' on a TR7 - lots of 'sticking'.

Post by **Judge** » Mon Jul 13, 2009 10:40 am

Oh don't worry I've fitted one before. It's just having enough hands to hold a camera as well

Post by **bmcecosse** » Mon Jul 13, 2009 11:54 am

Each time you stop for a cup of tea - take another set of snaps!

Post by **Judge** » Mon Jul 13, 2009 6:51 pm

Here you are bmc.

Thanks to Ray, my convertible is now ready for MOT-UK again.