Has anyone actually tried installing this over the lowered soft top? Instructions say it's "recommended" to remove it, but I live in rainy Oregon.
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I live in Illinois as well, so i understand it's unpredictable. I took off the soft top the first time. But it's the second time and so on I didn't want to bother with it and it worked just fine with the soft top still on. Looked fine to me and all the compliments kept coming. So yes. Yes you can.
649067
i put my top down and if fits over without removing it. been doing this all somer no problems
586110
Yes, I did a similar installation. I put a little clear RTV under the boot to insure it was water tight. That was almost a year ago and no problems so far. Rigid sells good stuff.
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I have a 2001 and I didn't have to remove my soft top at all. In fact I can easily put my top up if needed with it on. I just have to unzip and pull off the side and flip up the top if it begins to rain...no worries at all!
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I purchased a conduit clamp the size of the roll bar and made a wood wedge for the spacer between the clamp and the top and {2} 1/4" bolts, flat washers, and self locking nuts. I installed this in the middle for safety. Very similar to the other clamps that hold the top down. You will need a rubber washer under the top washer to stop the water from dripping when out in the rain. I did 2 other things that I don't think I can explain here. I can send you some pics. if you want. I have pulled mine 60 miles per hour with no problem. Wind shield beware.
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I think it will mine was a 94 but make sure this is what you want. Its not that easy to put on and off if you plan on doing it that way. I concept was good but i like being able to pull the soft top back in the summer time and close it when im not around it. If you plan on keeping it on all the time then it may work for you. Just my two cents
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I had the same thing happen....when u slide it on,u have to tilt it forward some. It's an awkward fit but it will go all the way down.
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Yes mine never hit it or moved it you should be fine. I installed mine just a little lower than normal. Just disconnect it when you get a state inspection it won't pass.
886272
I've read that others have had trouble with the top, but I have not. It's always very easy for me to put on securely and it stays in place. Perhaps you have one that has been manufactured improperly? You might want to return it and ask for a replacement.
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When I ordered the windshield the company called us to verify if we had a soft or hard top. Ours has the soft top but apparently they have one for the hard tops also. It was a little difficult to install ours but it works nicely. Directions are a bit skimpy.
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There is a lip at the top that rests on the top step or porch. Ours has been in place for at least 2 months, I never pick it up even in the rain!
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are you serious? what happen when I just leave it ON- wet?I have never tried to take it OFF, I paid the dealer to put it on.
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If you are talking about installation I always push the bottom part into the hole then push the top cap down. For removal I have pretty much always had to pry the head up which oftentimes just broke the clip. I just always used new clips. I rarely reuse one.
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So glad you asked that question. I just got my unit and have been trying to take the top off for the past 15 minutes. Finally looked here and was relieved that it's not just me. Finally I got it off - no secret - just brute strength. :-)
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I saw some reviews that said it was fine with the restrictor in place and others that said it wasn't. It kind of depends on your local water pressure. It was not difficult at all to remove the restrictor.
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If you are using the extension you probably want to remove it. Also, since your unit came with two suction cups, you might want to have them in line with the direction of travel. You could also place the mount on the windshield rather than the hood. Since that is a long piece of flat metal, it may actually be flexing. Just some thoughts.
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I would not install this over the roof top exposing it to exterior elements. run it through your addict if possible.
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Since they both have to be secured in the channel above the fenders, you couldn't put both on at the same time. I actually keep my soft top on, put it down, then put this over that. When the normal soft top is down, the windows aren't using the channel above the fenders, so it fit's fine.