What do you use to take your Jeep hard top off

[Gregodav]

I just use a manual Harken hoist type of system.

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[JRV]

What is the weight of the JL 4 door hardtop?

 

[rep23jr]

Does anyone know the dimensions of the hard top for the JLU, or know where I can get them? I’m expecting delivery within 3-4 weeks (KZ status!) and would like to get a head start on building a storage shelf in my garage. Apologies in advance if this has already been covered. Thanks!

 

[RussJeep1]

Can these tops not be lifted on and off with pure will power? (Honest question) I wouldn’t put it down on the ground like this guy, but seems a lot faster, cheaper, and practical than everything else on this thread....

I think that's (at least on the JKU) about 100 - 120 pounds above your head, that height, strength and balance all play a role in achieving.

I'd like to see one "light weight" on youtube doing this--especially on an Unlimited. And while the JLU's hardtop will weigh less, it will still be cumbersome.

 

[Renegade]

Can these tops not be lifted on and off with pure will power? (Honest question) I wouldn’t put it down on the ground like this guy, but seems a lot faster, cheaper, and practical than everything else on this thread....

Yes, but the hoist will hold it up, out of the way, and ready to reinstall. If you have a garage, you back in, unbolt it, and raise it. Super simple, especially if you have a cordless impact with the correct torx bit.

 

[wanderer]

It is not so much the weight but rather the bulk. And boy if you drop it.

 

[PavementWarrior]

It is not so much the weight but rather the bulk. And boy if you drop it.

Its like wrestling a fat chick in a water bed

 

[Jcsieman]

Yes, but the hoist will hold it up, out of the way, and ready to reinstall. If you have a garage, you back in, unbolt it, and raise it. Super simple, especially if you have a cordless impact with the correct torx bit.

I get the storage aspect vs leaving it on the lawn or losing the floor space in your garage for some sort of table/shelf (especially if you are limited in garage space). I was thinking more like take the top off for a day and put it back on at night. But in nicer strings of weather it would be nice to leave the top off for days/weeks at a time, and then you would need a better storage option. I’m 6’3” and have a 3.5 car garage so saving the hassle/money on the pullies is a realistic option for me. I also saw where some had concerned about how hanging the certain parts of the top on straps could impact the seals(?). If I knew that wasn’t a problem, and found a pulley system that was clean looking and didn’t break the bank, I suppose I would go that route, too. I’ll keep following this thread for that reason, but worst case my neighbors are going to see the top in my side lawn ha

 

[wanderer]

No what you do is build a hanging shelf that occupies the void space above the level of your hood. First rig up the hoist So you can back in unhook the top and lift it off. The hoist should be high enough to get the top up to as high as practical above the the level of your hood. Be sure to have it far enough back to you can pull the jeep all the way in. Secure it there.
This is why a boat winch works really great. Now when you know where the top will be when suspended from the hoist. Mark four corners on the ceiling about 6 -10inches larger than the top. Use some decent eye bolts. I think the 1/4 inch ones were 800lb capacity and put them through the rafters in your garage.
next cut a 1/2 ply wood board to match. Reinforce the perimeter with 2x4s. And add eye bolt at each corner. Get 4 sections of chain each long enough to connect the upper eye bolt with screws links ( you will need 8 4 up and 4 down) to the lower eye bolts connect 2 on 1side then while the top is hanging swing the shelf base up under the top. And connect the other side now lower the top a few inches so it rests on the hanging shelf.

now the hanging shelf is complete you can lower the top on to it . Store the 2 front panels inside the top on the shelf and the top does not hang from the straps. It is secured by a hanging shelf and by the. Hoist. If you hung it high enough then you pull in with the hood under neath the shelf. No loss of garage space. No worries about parking out side top up or down. When you switch back you can store your soft top flat.

 

[RussJeep1]

I'm still trying to get this worked out..for us garage roofless Wrangler owners with trailer hitches

http://notjustahobby.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/best-hardtop-hoist-for-jeep-wrangler-jku.jpg

By the way, the idea is US Patented (not my patent).

 

[Revelation17]

I'm still trying to get this worked out..for us garage roofless Wrangler owners with trailer hitches

http://notjustahobby.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/best-hardtop-hoist-for-jeep-wrangler-jku.jpg

By the way, the idea is US Patented (not my patent).

That’s pretty slick. I’m still trying to figure out how to handle this aspect of the hardtop assuming I go with dual tops.

 

[Kentonator]

Just curious to see what you guys are using to remove your hard tops. I am looking at the hoist from Liftop Pros. It’s pricey but looks very sturdy.

https://www.topliftpros.com/

I have a Toplift Pro and love it. Very easy to remove and replace top, takes about 2 minutes, if that long. I used it in a small one car garage (have since moved to bigger house), and it fit with the jeep in the garage. Extremely sturdy and safe, easy to move with the rollers and they lock into place.
Yes it’s expensive but the ease of use and convenience became well worth the $$ after I used it a few times, and I use it often.
I’m happy to answer any questions.

 

[uudog]

If you are looking for techy, here is a hoist system you can control with your phone....


https://garagesmart.com/collections/mylifter-accessories/products/mylifter-jeep-hardtop-kit

 

[zodleviton]

I'm looking to set up with the Harken Hoister. It's pretty cheap, but more importantly, simple...and it leaves room to park the vehicle underneath. I've asked this question on a couple of different threads already without an answer...But will the Harken Hoister for the JK work with the JL? It seems so simple, why would it not????

As for the seals issue that JCSIEMAN raised, I read another thread that there are some people, who purchase the "pool noodle" rafts...They slice them down the middle, place them over the seals, and it acts to "protect it" for lack of a better term.

But again, if anyone has used the JK Harken Hoister for their new JL, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let me know.

 

[Matthew/E36]

Can these tops not be lifted on and off with pure will power? (Honest question) I wouldn’t put it down on the ground like this guy, but seems a lot faster, cheaper, and practical than everything else on this thread

Sure, you can. The hoist concept is to lift it up and out of the way for storage in a garage type space presumably being able to park back underneath it. If you can leave your top out somewhere else, then yes certainly lift it off and set it somewhere.

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