Convert the M1165 to a Slant Back

[Gamble]

Is it feasible to simply add a slant back roof and pontoons from a M1045A2 or an M1046 and add it to an M1165? Are there any differences in pillars or windshield etc. Will it all align? Is this even worth attempting. Should I simply try to acquire a stock slant back?

 

[Retiredwarhorses]

Everything will bolt right on....

 

[Gamble]

Everything will bolt right on....

Thanks. My concern was that the 1100 series is, I believe, 1 foot longer than the 1045. I didnt know if the slant back would reach the end of the truck or if it would be a few inches short on the back truck gate.

 

[Retiredwarhorses]

Thanks. My concern was that the 1100 series is, I believe, 1 foot longer than the 1045. I didnt know if the slant back would reach the end of the truck or if it would be a few inches short on the back truck gate.

no, the m1114 is a different roof, m1151 is aluminum. All the bodys are the same body...nothing is longer or shorter

 

[Gamble]

no, the m1114 is a different roof, m1151 is aluminum. All the bodys are the same body...nothing is longer or shorter

Thanks so do I need a different roof on the 1165 to successfully modify it to be a slant back?

 

[Retiredwarhorses]

Thanks so do I need a different roof on the 1165 to successfully modify it to be a slant back?

I have no idea what roof you have, if any...M1165 gets the M11xx aluminum roof. MSRP is about $3300

 

[Retiredwarhorses]

On top of the roof, you will need everything to support the roof, and you will need to install a turret or close out plug.
i have the correct turret with hand cranks and heavy bearing for the m11XX series trucks.

 

[Gamble]

On top of the roof, you will need everything to support the roof, and you will need to install a turret or close out plug.
i have the correct turret with hand cranks and heavy bearing for the m11XX series trucks.

I assume you mean the pillars to support the roof. I believe that would be the C Pillar (Third cross bar - Last one on the back. Closest to the trunk). Hopefully, I could find a roof without a turret hole cut in it. As for the hardware for the slant back, do you know a price point for that?

 

[smody]

Thanks. My concern was that the 1100 series is, I believe, 1 foot longer than the 1045. I didnt know if the slant back would reach the end of the truck or if it would be a few inches short on the back truck gate.

I have no idea what roof you have, if any...M1165 gets the M11xx aluminum roof. MSRP is about $3300

Where can a person buy the 1165 roof etc?

 

[Retiredwarhorses]

Where can a person buy the 1165 roof etc?

M11xx roofs aren’t terribly hard to find, it’s the rear wall and all the other parts...