I could not bring myself to hang in from only the roof rails.
I used 2x4 lumber that supported the topper in the same way it sets on the Trail Rails in the truck bed (as shown above but you can't see the 2 2x4s on the inside), then lifted it to the ceiling with a Harken Hard Top lift system. I...
...some eye-bolts inside the rooftop rails?
I'm picking up a contour and would like to have the option of doing the same thing with a ceiling hoist I have. I will have the alucab load bars so I thought about just putting the straps under them and hoisting it up. I know these things are super...
Build my diy top hoist, then go topless again, and figure out the rattle in the tube doors. Tube doors are for the truck dog and the nieces. Also maybe figure out how to make the Sun Rider top work without the back cap. I think that would kinda best of both worlds, I've been marinating on that...
TopLift PROS Gladiator Pro Compatible with Jeep Gladiator Hardtop Removal System for Storage and Removal
This is 7 months old, only used 3-4x's last summer. Always kept in garage. Excellent like new condition. Works great, I've decided to go with a cap shell and won't be taking off the hard...
Has anyone just used a single line for the Lange Hoist-A-Top to lift the Gladiator top instead of the two steel cable runs? I have a HF winch already installed over my garage parking and would like to just use that and maybe combine the front/rear bars of the hoist-a-top with one carabiner, etc.
...mention I had an extremely hard time sticking my hand up in & under the winch to get the bolts started..lol only way I would do it is park under a big tree limb & hoist bumper with winch attached then under bumper bolts back the jeep up 1 ft. Switch grills then pull forward and bolt it back 😂😶🌫️
I'd say if you actually wanna do it right take the top off. It's hard enough to get that thing using the glue strips or glue spray with it removed I can't imagine trying to do it with the top mounted.
Looks less sketchy than my backing up to a hill. Definitely more planning on your execution haha.
I’m in the middle of moving but plan to put a hoist for topper or tent etc in my new garage. Going to look at property this weekend…5 bay garage. I don’t even care about anything else at the house 🤣🤣
We removed the roof and to be honest it was the best decision. My wife and I did it without a hoist, the roof really isn't that heavy, awkward but not heavy. Good luck.
...my truck that prevents the rear hard top from coming off.
Has anyone successfully installed CK headliners without removing the rear hard top? To those who’ve installed it, do you think it’s possible to do?
Unfortunately I don’t have a crane or hoist to remove the camper from the truck.
Thanks.
...Tazer mini is what you need. I have that too…😎 Is it easy to do? I know I have to buy the equipment but how difficult is it?
Hard top hoist - I had no idea about this. I didn't plan to remove the whole top, maybe just the roof panels. Is it that heavy?!
I started seeing random jeeps with...
...various other trucks….. I’ve had exhausts & CAI’s and stuff….. Not worth it. Save your $ for something else. Like…. get yourself a hard top hoist so it‘s easier to take the top off and go naked. 😉 Get yourself a door cart or build something to store your doors…gotta take the doors off...
$75 Shipped CONUS. This is part number 9806 for 10' ceiling joists. Here's the website link:
https://www.harken.com/en/shop/jeeptruck-tops/hoister-storage-systems-75-200-lb-load10/
You gotta do what you gotta do to make it work…. You’re thinking about it, which is good. You could be ready by the time the nice weather is here.
I have the EZ4x4 door cart and love it!
...two motorcycles and other stuff, so no room to back in truck. I'm half debating on using the post of my old outdoor basketball hoop to make a hoist on that. Or I'm just going to buy the EZ4x4 Lift...
...at options at removing your hard top & removing your doors. Because…afterall….. You can’t buy it and NOT get naked!! 😃
My husband built a hoist setup in the ceiling of our garage and we bought a ‘door cart’ for the doors.
Just enjoy it for what it is…. You’ll KNOW when and what types...
.../install tips -
The load leveler on Amazon works fine for pulling the motor. You don't need special brackets. BIG RED AT32100BR Torin Engine Hoist Shop Crane Accessory: Steel 3 Position Engine Leveler with Adjustable Handle, 3/4 Ton (1,500 lb) Capacity, Black...
...that hard top off, where to store it…. And those doors too!!! Gotta go NAKED when the weather gets nicer!
My hubby built a sweet hard top hoist setup in our garage. I bought a ‘door cart’ too. We don’t leave it naked for long…..If it’s calling for rain - we put it back together. Some...