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tidester, host
Thanks for you help!!
Thanks.
tidester, host
-Paul
Thanks.
I have a few questions.. first it's a 4 cyl and an automatic. I use it locally so don't mind any lack of power but I was wondering if there were any issues/problems with this set up that I should be aware of.
Second, I've got the top pretty much on but seems I can't get it zippered completely in the rear side. Any hints on how to install these types or any web sites that address this issue.
Thanks
http://www.links4jeeps.com/writeups/softtop/">
Hope this helps,
paulp575
-Paul
I replaced my TJ top, which was OEM, with a Bestop sailcloth Replace-a-top and it has been wonderful. IF you can go with Bestop, that is who I'd recommend.
-Paul
What is important is following the instructions and working left to right. First you remove the front panels and reinstall them by laying the left side in first then the right. You then clamp the front to the windshield. Next you screw the rear down, keep going left to right. Then you clip the back corners and finally the middle clips and you are done. This should fix the leak.
I suggest you do this yourself as I have heard horror stories of some dealer service centers being unable to fix this after repeated visits because even they reinstalled the top improperly. If you do take it by the dealer keep in mind they most likely have never worked on one of these before so they are about as in the dark as you are before you read this. I hope this helps someone especially those who are complaining without even looking at the top to see what could be wrong.
It's PERFECT, especially if you take your doors off too.
Yes, I have one, too. Can't help with the hard top, as I don't have one.
One of those hoist systems, where you store it hanging up in the garage may be an option, but not sure what stresses/distortions that may cause.
-Paul
You can attach the hoist to the 2x4s mentioned earlier.
I see some Jeep covers at the site above for half the price of those at jeepcovers.com.
Is the quality that much of a difference? The one at jeepcovers is over 100 dollars and around 57.00 at the site listed above.
How about some of the ones listed here? Thanks for your time. I just want to get a quality cover for the best price.
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/Browse/tf-Browse/s-10101/N-111+10208+60001405- 8/c-10108
Can't help with the actual question, but from previous experience I'd guess that the cheapest covers would be best for keeping dust off the vehicle while it's stored inside a garage.
-Paul
Cover works good and takes a lot of the worry out of leaving the Jeep some place with the top down or off, like when I take it to bicycle riding trails and am gone for several hours. I carry it folded in a small sports bag. Takes less than a minute to put it on.
Terry
Was if water proof or water resistant? TIA
I'm tempted, very tempted................but no, I'll be good. :shades:
Oh.......why not?
Well, you did ask. :P
A hat is an object usually placed on one's head to protect it from sun, wind, rain, etc. They come in many forms, such as baseball, tophat, helmets, fedora, sombrero, etc.
The one I got a year or so ago from JeepCovers is a baseball variety.
When the cover is on, no water gets in, so I guess you'd say it is waterproof. Check on their site and ask if you want clarification though. They'd know best.
-Paul
Not sure why you mentioned that you got one with your Jeep cover because its not like...oh gee I must now buy one of those covers because I cannot do without that cap. Thanks for the other info. A cap could also be a bullet...as in bust a cap... I will probebly get my cover from jeepcovers and just tell them to keep the cap.
I dont seem to be able to find the fliptop soft top for the unlimited and wondered what you all have found....good or bad.
Thanks!
1. which model, if either is better(more reliable)
2. would it be a mistake to buy used as opposed to new(I have found a dealer that still has some 06's on the lot).
3. Are there any inherent problems with the Wrangler Unlimited that I should be aware of.
Thanks for your input.
You need to decide if you want the older TJ style or want the newer JK style. I have a TJ, so I'm biased.
All that said, aftermarket support for the TJ and Unlimiteds is HUGE. If you can't get it from the factory anymore, I guarantee you that you can find the parts you want from OEM sales like jeepsareus.com or via the gazillion aftermarket suppliers (bumpers, fenders, winches, armor, interior accessories, electronics, etc).
The JK's market just isn't that big yet, and honestly, the aftermarket prices for things like bumpers and armor are quite high right now.
Personally, I'd opt for the 05 Unlimited, save some $$, and put that into some mods (bigger tires, lift, etc). Those Unlimiteds just beg for a 3" lift and bigger meats to look perfect.
But this is all just my opinionated opinion.
-Paul
CJ-7 and the snaps were never this difficult.
Another note, I did get one of those garage hoists, it works great though I think I will do some small modifications to ensure that there is no damage to the hard top. It was easy to remove the top and now it is stored out of the way, I recommend this option.
-Paul
I looked at the new JK recently and am not impressed. Where did the tip and fold front seats go? About to have my first child soon and can't see getting to the backseat with any ease on the '07. The 4-door is not my bag. The one at the dealer was on dubs :confuse: .
IMHO go with the LJ, classic Scrambler look, nice ride, extra space, bulletproof engine, aftermarket, all in all loads of fun. I still give her a second glance as I walk away.
Good luck
Very recently - yesterday - purchased a used Wrangler Soft Top. Noticed the interior lights wouldn't function upon opening the doors. Owners manual says they should.
Found this discussion board, and got the answer.
At the fuse box, behind the glove compartment, check for the #4 (bottom right hand side of fuse box, Red 10 Amp Mini) fuse.
In some cases, the fuse is removed - in order to disable the auto function of the interior light functioning in the event you want to remove the doors; the light would be on ALL the time if the doors were removed if the fuse was in place.
In my case, there was no fuse. Put the fuse in, interior lights function as they should when the doors are opened/closed.
Thanks for all the posts on this subject. Wanted to create a title to be searched on, so the next person doesn't have to dig.
-Paul
Anybody have any ideas?
I would like to have the 2-peice for the trails but it is nice to have the full metal for highway driving.
I do not want to buy a top that does not allow me to use the metal doors or causes an area for water to get in.
Please advise, any information will help. I would like to head up to the trails next weekend and would like a soft top in case of rain.
It's only a guess though. Why don't you contact Bestop for the definitive answer (then let us know what they said)?