Visium Unboxing!

[IslandRoadster]

Got my Visium hardtop on Friday. Today was unboxing and installation day. Here are a few photos with some descriptions.

here it is in the shipping box, which is made of thin plywood.

Here’s what’s included in the box. The hardtop, a small box including a cloth, polish, instructions, and a 5 mm Allen wrench.

The hardtop is packed in bubble wrap and under this protective plastic wrap.

The storage bag that’s included.

Front pegs and bolts.

Rear hooks (sorry for things being upside down)

this is a trim piece that conceals the rear hooks.

here’s what it looks like installed.

And here’s the view skyward!!!!

 

[Bunnak]

I love the cleartop! You're lucky yours seem to fit snug...most do. Mine had a little step off but barely noticeable.

 

[IslandRoadster]

I love the cleartop! You're lucky yours seem to fit snug...most do. Mine had a little step off but barely noticeable.

it did fit. Needed to push and prod a bit. The rear brackets were about two to three millimeters to narrow, creating a bit of a bind when tightened, but I did manage to get them tightened. But it does change the entire car inside!

 

[GJVR]

Congrats and welcome to the Visium club!

Roadster drivers with the least neck and shoulder problems.

Unless they can always drive topless or live in a place without traffic lights.

 

[Steve in SLO]

Congrats on your Visium! I have had one on my car for the last 2 months and it has been a great addition. A bit hot in the sun, especially after parking in the sun, but that’s a minor inconvenience.
One thing I did notice with mine is that the front bolts loosened a bit over time and steadily made the wind noise worse, and made the top creak and pop a bit while driving. A quick loosening of the allen bolts then retightening while pulling down on the leading edge of the top while seated in the car decreased both the creaking and wind noise significantly. FYI, I used my fingers to pull down on the top and thumb to push up on the silver bolt surround while tightening. I bet this is something that might be considered “periodic maintenance“ with the top.

 

[IslandRoadster]

One thing I did notice with mine is that the front bolts loosened a bit over time and steadily made the wind noise worse, and made the top creak and pop a bit while driving. A quick loosening of the allen bolts then retightening while pulling down on the leading edge of the top while seated in the car decreased both the creaking and wind noise significantly. FYI, I used my fingers to pull down on the top and thumb to push up on the silver bolt surround while tightening. I bet this is something that might be considered “periodic maintenance“ with the top.

Thanks, @Steve in SLO! Very helpful. I did notice that they suggested retightening the bolts ever couple hundred KM. No I understand why. As for the hotness, noticed that right away. But honestly, it reminds me of the glass roof in the 2015 Model S I previously owned. Top of my head frequently felt hot in that car as well. Time for a hat!

 

[gregd]

Looks good!

I got mine shortly after getting the car. I use it every winter; in the summer there's too much solar gain here, so the soft top goes back on (or off, as appropriate). I just did the switch last week.

I kept the wooden box to store the top in, when not on the car. It takes up a bunch of space in the garage, but keeps the top safe.

 

[Matteni]

Mine should be here in the next 10 days - excited and thank you for posting.

 

[IslandRoadster]

Mine should be here in the next 10 days - excited and thank you for posting.

Love to see photos of the car with it on when you get it!

 

[Matteni]

Just got mine yesterday. Will probably try it this weekend when I install my new rotors thanks to Titanium Dave!

 

[im4uttx]

Love it...here is mine from install day back in January...

 

[IslandRoadster]

Love it...here is mine from install day back in January...View attachment 550273

looks sharp!!!

 

[#899]

I have ad a visium for a bit over two years now and there is just one minor challenge.
The gap between visium and windshield frame creates a turbilence. This makes a lot of noise. My quick fix was to use electrical tape and close the gap. If you do a nice job people will only notice upclose.

 

[Electric Swede]

I went to their web site but they don't list the price. Can you give us a 'balpark' of what this roof costs?

I love the soft top but wouldn't mind having some extra protection when the heavy rains come in the summer.

 

[im4uttx]

I went to their web site but they don't list the price. Can you give us a 'balpark' of what this roof costs?

I love the soft top but wouldn't mind having some extra protection when the heavy rains come in the summer.

$2500, give or take a little depending on what level top and if prices have changed...

 

[Logticom]

Seeking long term feedback from Visium owners.

 

[asimo3089]

Wow this is cool. I love glass tops. Had no idea this was an option for roadster owners.

Edit: Looks like it's plastic! Cool!

 

[Bunnak]

Wow this is cool. I love glass tops. Had no idea this was an option for roadster owners.

Edit: Looks like it's plastic! Cool!

You can also visit https://medlockandsons.com and purchase exterior carbon fiber accents for your car--such as spoiler, front lip, hood vanes, etc. I also highly recommend OVMS--it's an app that tells you the status of your car and more--also acts like a remote to. Since you live in Arizona I would just guy from Pete Gruber and have him install it. Visit Gruber's website to see what other things are available.

 

[Bunnak]

You can also visit https://medlockandsons.com and purchase exterior carbon fiber accents for your car--such as spoiler, front lip, hood vanes, etc. I also highly recommend OVMS--it's an app that tells you the status of your car and more--also acts like a remote to. Since you live in Arizona I would just guy from Pete Gruber and have him install it. Visit Gruber's website to see what other things are available.

 

[im4uttx]

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That was a scare...my VIN on a vehicle alert.