Thanks for the heads up. Just ordered. I was wanting this but then was going to get the Lange hoist but Quadratec didn't have them in stock and Lange wouldn't do a discount so I was waiting. Glad I waited.
From what I read, add both of these from Topsy and you are good to go.
pipe wrap from Home Depot / Ace works well too.The wind was fierce today (30+ mph), but I went for it anyway. The hoist worked flawlessly. I had some old carpet that I used for protection until I get the pool noodles.
Just ordered the steel cable cam drivers. Do I need to install them before I install the hoist?
The platform is square, so it doesn’t matter as long as the frame is lag bolted to the joists and you have room at the rear of the Jeep to attach the winding rod to the gear box. It is easier from the side though. Also, be sure the platform is oriented so the larger cross pieces are fore and aft for attaching the Topsy straps.
It won't be ideal. Taking it off will be easier than trying to get it back on. An alternative for you might be to fasten the Racor frame to 2x4s and then you can place the 2x4s across the joist at the location that is ideal for you. This, of course would lower the whole rig and in some situations would create a clearance issue when raising the top. In my garage I have enough height to raise the hardtop and still be able to back in the Jeep under it with the soft on.
Mine is off center due to the joist placement. I didn't adjust with 2x4's because it wouldn't leave enough room. As it is, the rear glass doesn't quite clear the spare in the closed position.
Is it hard to take on and off? I will always have someone to help at least push it over to line it up as long as it doesn’t take much effort. It would be my wife.Mine is off center due to the joist placement. I didn't adjust with 2x4's because it wouldn't leave enough room. As it is, the rear glass doesn't quite clear the spare in the closed position.
I hope that helps!
Edit: Added pic
