ZoMojave
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So, today I decided that it was the perfect day to remove my JTM Freedom Top and install the Mopar Hardtop Headliner I had stashed since the cold months of winter. Looked at this video to see what I was in for the R&R as I was doing this by myself:
Removing the hardtop on a Jeep Gladiator and getting ready for a JTops Sun Shade - YouTube
I had stated before in an earlier post that I left the Hardtop Headliner option off my order to add later and save a hundred bucks (also to add Kilmat sound deadening before the headliner install). All went well. I really took my time to make sure I didn't hurt myself or drop the roof, but I highly suggest another person for the removal and re-install. The poster of that video thought that it might be 40 pounds? More like 60-70 pounds of bulky, cumbersome fiberglass (and glass window). Plus, a bit heavier install after adding headliner and sound deadening. It's a good thing I have long arms!
In hindsight, I would opt for the factory installed choice. Overall, the project was a success, and I can definitely tell the difference already. Really quiets the road noise down and the sound system sounds better.
It may be time to rig up a roof hoist!
Removing the hardtop on a Jeep Gladiator and getting ready for a JTops Sun Shade - YouTube
I had stated before in an earlier post that I left the Hardtop Headliner option off my order to add later and save a hundred bucks (also to add Kilmat sound deadening before the headliner install). All went well. I really took my time to make sure I didn't hurt myself or drop the roof, but I highly suggest another person for the removal and re-install. The poster of that video thought that it might be 40 pounds? More like 60-70 pounds of bulky, cumbersome fiberglass (and glass window). Plus, a bit heavier install after adding headliner and sound deadening. It's a good thing I have long arms!
In hindsight, I would opt for the factory installed choice. Overall, the project was a success, and I can definitely tell the difference already. Really quiets the road noise down and the sound system sounds better.
It may be time to rig up a roof hoist!
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