I second the Harken, I have been using one for about 10 years now. Works great.I picked up the Harken hoist when it was down to about $125, but it's worth the $150 it's often at (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KH4CTRK). I can easily take the top on/off by myself in almost no time.
I helped a buddy with his garage ceiling mounted hoist and hated it...and I hated the cost of a top lift pro even more. So I decided to fab my own.
Don't I had mine on the old JK Lange and the "J" binded with the window and the it busted, then the weight was off and the whole top crashed to the ground. Not fun and the rear windows were on back order not to mention they are 1k.Sorry in advance for hijacking the thread a bit, but has anyone on here re-purposed a JKU t-bar for a JLU? I've got one I made way back in 2008 out of channel strut and cut-off u-bolts that I've used for 2 different JKUs; I'm guessing the hardtops are similar enough that it should work but I'd like to know for sure...
OP:I'm looking for a roof hoist...many options but what's your experience? I did a search as I'm sure it's been addressed but opinions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
And I know...roof not rood!
I had 3 Jeeps when I lived in Boston, all with soft tops. They hold up well over the winter and are pretty warm and quiet now.I'm in New England...need the hard top my friend...if I lived where you are soft top is the way!
Sorry, no link, no plans. Just scribbled down some measurements on paper and went to cutting and welding away. Trial by error, but didn’t make too many mistakes. Been thinking of trying to sell them, but apparently Top Lift Pro’s can be assholes when it comes to any competition to them.hi, can you post a link for this