I live on the coast so had to have the soft top. So much easier to use than my TJ. Does look a bit odd unless taken all the way off, but that's the trade-off for convenience...
We name all our Jeeps. My red Gladiator Rubicon is "Rubi" (not necessarily original but it fits). My wife's red Grand Cherokee is "Scarlett". My white '02 Wrangler is "Seka" :)
I was able to pull it out with a pair of channel locks. Hard to get out though. I will now remember not to close the door before putting screw back in...
I bought my Gladiator Rubicon with no hitch. The dealer tried to add and aftermarket hitch but it would not fit correctly. Not sure what the issue was. I ordered a hitch from another dealer and was told that the Mopar hitch is on back order until May or June. We'll see how it goes...