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Hey Everyone,
Ok I'll throw this out. I've done some measurements and it looks like when I open the back of my future X, the rear hatch will hit the top of my garage
. So I've been thinking... most time's I'll just be reaching in to get some groceries and/or the likes.
Has Anybody thought of trying to make the rear window into a lift up "hatch"?
The reason I ask is because I noticed a picture of a crashed X (see below) :-(
If you look closely, The "window" seems to be simply glued on to the SUV. If we could somehow replace the glue with a gasket. If you get a tight enough seal, noise should not be a problem. I know a buddy that can drill holes in the window and mount a hinge/locking mechanism. I need to figure out a way to deal with the rear windshield wiper but I believe it can flip down out of the way. Since I don't currently own an MDX. Could some one confirm the "flip down". Also the defrost mechanism is an issue and (of course) the lifter shocks.
I doubt this can happen without major cost/customization, but I thought I'd throw it out there. To see what everyone thought
Thanks,
Paidtoomuch
(well haven't paid yet, but one is on order White/Tan 02 base)
Ok I'll throw this out. I've done some measurements and it looks like when I open the back of my future X, the rear hatch will hit the top of my garage
Has Anybody thought of trying to make the rear window into a lift up "hatch"?
The reason I ask is because I noticed a picture of a crashed X (see below) :-(
If you look closely, The "window" seems to be simply glued on to the SUV. If we could somehow replace the glue with a gasket. If you get a tight enough seal, noise should not be a problem. I know a buddy that can drill holes in the window and mount a hinge/locking mechanism. I need to figure out a way to deal with the rear windshield wiper but I believe it can flip down out of the way. Since I don't currently own an MDX. Could some one confirm the "flip down". Also the defrost mechanism is an issue and (of course) the lifter shocks.
I doubt this can happen without major cost/customization, but I thought I'd throw it out there. To see what everyone thought
Thanks,
Paidtoomuch
(well haven't paid yet, but one is on order White/Tan 02 base)
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