Well done! Do you have a link for the sliding door rails?got a hoist-a-top and build a custom rig for it, and mounted to some sliding door rails to get it out of the way.
With the top just pulled, as close as I can pull the truck to the wall:
Do you have any pictures of them pulled down? Those are interesting... How strong are the springs holding them up?Just have not found a side rail and step combo to fill my needs (Doesn't hang lower than the stock Rubicon Rails, can be used as a step and looks symmetrical to the vehicle) Installed these Retractable Steps from MORE Off Road in Colorado.
They come powder coated black, lower the step 11" and are spring loaded to retract
Also removable when off roading big obstacles
Hey Brother!Do you have any pictures of them pulled down? Those are interesting... How strong are the springs holding them up?
This has become a spring project for me as well. I have a carport and just don't trust the support of having the top hang up there, so I'm building a hoist myself with 2x6 support beams. I'm modeling it after the Hoist-A-Top and Lange combined. I'll try to set up a Do it Yourself at some point, but it will have hopefully the best of all worlds.I've got a shorter garage, and wanted a top lift so I can pull it off by myself, but also didn't want to hit my head on it constantly in the middle of the garage (I'm 6'4"). So got a hoist-a-top and build a custom rig for it, and mounted to some sliding door rails to get it out of the way.
Rig before mounting:
With the top just pulled, as close as I can pull the truck to the wall:
Pushed back to the storage spot (ignore the mess that is my garage right now):
Finally topless!
So they are John Stirling R-BYP-100-2D6 . I had 2 sections on each side since I needed 12 ft. The model I got from menards says its rated for 100lbs / door. The one on their website looks different and says 100 total. The one on this PDF (under 100lbs) is the one I have https://www.knapeandvogt.com/sites/default/files/OL2522_JS_SDH_BuyersGuide_0914.pdfWell done! Do you have a link for the sliding door rails?
I’m doing something similar (size & casters). How are you lowering it? My experience with Ratchet Straps is when you release them they GO And it would be hard to keep all four corners level. Thanks for your guidance.I built a suspended storage rack for my hard top and freedom panels. Made the frame out of 2x4’s and 3-inch #9 construction screws. It is 68-inches wide x 45-inches wide.
I used 1/2 x 6-inch eyebolts:
Added a support in the front for the top to rear on - there is garage door rubber seal where the top rests.
Added casters so I can move it around when on the ground and a few stops on the side and rear to keep the top from sliding off the platform. I had the netting from a past Grand Cherokee so I rigged that up to provide light downward force on the top in the front and act as a drop of the freedom tops shifted forward
Suspended the platform from the ceiling with ratchet straps rated for 500 lbs each. The ceiling mounts are rated for 400 lbs each.
Used foam under the rear to support the top off the platform:
I only need it high enough that I can pull my Z4 under it. Going to let it hang overnight and put the Z under it tomorrow....
The fatal flaw of the design..... As soon as I started lifting it, I realized my mistake. I was too far along to stop. In fact, I had to do this in three lifts thanks to adjustable saw horses and the ratchet straps cannot accept all 12 feet of strap.... Yes - the ratchet strap ratchets up but not down. The down is a 100% release.I’m doing something similar (size & casters). How are you lowering it? My experience with Ratchet Straps is when you release them they GO And it would be hard to keep all four corners level. Thanks for your guidance.
Nuts, was hoping you had a solution I wasn’t aware of.The fatal flaw of the design..... As soon as I started lifting it, I realized my mistake. I was too far along to stop. In fact, I had to do this in three lifts thanks to adjustable saw horses and the ratchet straps cannot accept all 12 feet of strap.... Yes - the ratchet strap ratchets up but not down. The down is a 100% release.
I am planning to switch over to a rope and pulley design. I found this interesting thread on the internet:
https://www.instructables.com/id/An-Elevator-For-My-10x12-Storage-Shed/
I am looking at doing something very similar to mine.
Is that ham radio or gmrs?Just starting my "mild" Jeep project list. Mostly cosmetic upgrades (sill guards, console covers). The next couple of days will be the more substantial upgrades. Yesterday was task 1-3 of 7:
DONE PRO- 1. Install Rhino raptor bed liner (THANKS to the team over @ Axleboy Offroad)!!
DONE DIY - 1A. Install 115V weather proof "pigtail" outlet with Kydex cover (you'll see why in task 5)
DONE DIY - 2. Install Oracle auxiliary LED bed lighting (tie into existing bed lights)
3. DIY Install ZROADZ mini 3" LED floods.
4. DIY install JCR Offroad Overhead MOLLE Panel (along with BTECH 25x4 VHF/UHF Radio)
5. DIY install DECKED full bed cargo management system
6. DIY install JCR Offroad FULL height bed rack (and run VHF-UHF antenna cable)
7. DIY install ROTOPAX mounts.
Hope you enjoy
I know what you mean!Having a local Northridge 4x4 is dangerous to my wallet. New adjustable Falcon steering stabilizer ordered. Plus side, added another 13 entries to their Gladiator giveaway.