Hard Top Headliner - Hinge Gate

[MikeHoncho]

The question is the OEM Hard Top Headliner worth the $525?
Is there an aftermarket option equal to or better that is less expensive?
I have found plenty of aftermarket options but I am not sure about the quality so if you have knowledge shed some light.

On the same note

Hinge-Gate Reinforcement by Mopar is this worth the $675?
I don't plan on running anything larger than 35 so would the original hinge hold and support that weight?

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[AlamedaJeep]

I can only give you my opinion on the OEM headliner. When I first started roughing out an order, I really I thought I needed the headliner. Then as time went on, I decided to put that option money toward something else.

I was happy without them, and actually prefer the white on the inside of the roof over the black - it seems lighter to me. Road noise really wasn't a problem.

Now I've purchased the Sunrider for the Hardtop, which I love, which would have made my purchase of the headliners a waste.

Just one person's perspective.

 

[rockadile]

Hotheads headliner over the OEM headliner is my preference. I'm not sure on the gate reinforcement. I believe I read that, for 35s, it wasn't needed.

 

[robaw]

The question is the OEM Hard Top Headliner worth the $525?
Is there an aftermarket option equal to or better that is less expensive?
I have found plenty of aftermarket options but I am not sure about the quality so if you have knowledge shed some light.

On the same note

Hinge-Gate Reinforcement by Mopar is this worth the $675?
I don't plan on running anything larger than 35 so would the original hinge hold and support that weight?

I have the OEM headliners and I think they're OK, no basis for comparison though.

I'm really just replying because I saw in your profile that you have an '09 CBR600RR. ME TOO!!

 

[MikeHoncho]

I can only give you my opinion on the OEM headliner. When I first started roughing out an order, I really I thought I needed the headliner. Then as time went on, I decided to put that option money toward something else.

I was happy without them, and actually prefer the white on the inside of the roof over the black - it seems lighter to me. Road noise really wasn't a problem.

Now I've purchased the Sunrider for the Hardtop, which I love, which would have made my purchase of the headliners a waste.

Just one person's perspective.

Thanks for your input Jim. Road noise to me is not an issue after having a TJ rag top lol. I don't think the headliner provides much of an insulation either in cold weather. I think I will save the money and get something less expensive. I will look into HotHead as Rockadile suggested. Thanks for the input guys.

 

[MikeHoncho]

I have the OEM headliners and I think they're OK, no basis for comparison though.

I'm really just replying because I saw in your profile that you have an '09 CBR600RR. ME TOO!!

What color is your CBR?

 

[robaw]

What color is your CBR?

Mine is red, sorry I don't have any recent pics. I'd snap a quick one, but it's in storage until it warms up a bit.

 

[Rahneld]

Thanks for your input Jim. Road noise to me is not an issue after having a TJ rag top lol. I don't think the headliner provides much of an insulation either in cold weather. I think I will save the money and get something less expensive. I will look into HotHead as Rockadile suggested. Thanks for the input guys.

If it were my call.....it's not.

You don't want headliners for insulation and your summers in NE are not as hot/as long as those in Texas etc., so we're left with appearance reasons....

It's the right decision for you for the right reasons I think.

 

[Columbus104]

I have the Mopar headliner, but only because it came as an unremovable part of the Moab package. IMO it isn't worth it for $500. I don't hear a significant difference in wind noise. It does seem to make a big impact in rain noise on the hard top, but are you willing to pay $500 just for your Jeep to not be as noisy when you're driving in the rain? If you are, then it's worth adding. Otherwise I don't think it's necessary.

 

[Maverick909]

i dont think the extra head liner is worth it. its never gonna be super quite either way. myself i have always loved the sound of rain on top of my trucks and the sound of the mud terrains on the road.

 

[MikeHoncho]

You all have valid points. I agree $500 is to much for the factory headliner. I will go without one for now and down the road if I really feel the need for one I will go with an aftermarket option which is far less than $500.

Its been raining Championships here in NE Kurtis LOL

 

[Gremluc]

The question is the OEM Hard Top Headliner worth the $525?
Is there an aftermarket option equal to or better that is less expensive?
I have found plenty of aftermarket options but I am not sure about the quality so if you have knowledge shed some light.

On the same note

Hinge-Gate Reinforcement by Mopar is this worth the $675?
I don't plan on running anything larger than 35 so would the original hinge hold and support that weight?

I have the OEM - after a year I'd say they are ok. That said, they're not worth $525.

 

[tlmacson]

I have the OEM - after a year I'd say they are ok. That said, they're not worth $525.

Are the Mopar headliners removable or are they permanent once installed?

 

[weeitsmikelee]

If you just wanted to change the color, I’ve dipped mine and some members have painted theirs. The plasti dip actually traps heat quite a bit.

 

[Onward4x4]

I have the OEM which I purchased on eBay for less than the regular price--If memory serves, it was from a dealer out in Arizona and sold it for $325 new. Truthfully, I didn't see that much difference in noise level (in fact, I did not notice any) nor did I notice any difference in heat retention (I live in Chicago). I think they were over priced at $325... they do look good once installed--but that's about all they have going for them. If I had do over, I would simply paint the interior and call it a day. IMO.

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