ADV Prototype Hardtop - Detailed Pictures & Videos

[ADV Fiberglass]

That does look really good.

I do prefer the OEM mount of the wiper component on the bottom of the window so that big component block isn't in the rear view as much, but maybe there is a performance reason or legal reason to do it that way.

Is there a rear glass defrost option for those not in a nice climate like this?

All production units will come standard with a defroster. Our prototype did not have the defroster built into the glass. The reason that we put the wiper on the top is performance reason. By putting it at the bottom of the glass, it makes it more difficult to allow it to wipe. For example, if the wiper is at the bottom of the window and is covered in a lot of snow, it will be difficult for it to move. Ours will simply drop the snow and continue cleaning the window because of the position.

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[ADV Fiberglass]

I know it's just your prototype so far, but have you guys done much R&D/ramrod idiot-proofing for durability? Like for those folks that have dropped pieces of their top/doors taking them off, or opened up the rear door and ripped the prop rod out? It looks like its definitely worth the price you put on it!

Yes we have beat it up to test durability and it is VERY strong.

 

[ADV Fiberglass]

I’d be curious how wind noise compares to the OEM hardtop

We will do a decibel test with a production unit on a fully stock bronco. Our shop bronco is WAY too modified to provide the correct decibel reading.

 

[ADV Fiberglass]

Since I really like the soft top, I am really glad that you made a one piece! I would love to have a one piece for the winter when I won’t want to have top down. I will probably buy one next year.

We look forward to doing business with you!

 

[Bjj101]

Winters here in IL can be brutal. Your one piece is the perfect fit. And it will help prolong the life of my soft top. I think I'm definitely in! Looks like if ordered now delivery in Dec? That sounds like a great Christmas present to myself!

 

[mattymik]

We look forward to doing business with you!

Still curious about the white — do you have a picture of the material, particularly one compared to Oxford white? I’d love to get a white top that matches my truck, and would hop right in line for a maxed-out white modular top if it looks right!

 

[broncobase1]

I agree 6k just for a top is a little much. I don’t see too many people getting this

Well considering we will be buying them with Monopoly money, its not that bad.

 

[ADV Fiberglass]

Winters here in IL can be brutal. Your one piece is the perfect fit. And it will help prolong the life of my soft top. I think I'm definitely in! Looks like if ordered now delivery in Dec? That sounds like a great Christmas present to myself!

Yes that is the current timeline for one-piece orders. We look forward to doing business with you!

 

[ADV Fiberglass]

Still curious about the white — do you have a picture of the material, particularly one compared to Oxford white? I’d love to get a white top that matches my truck, and would hop right in line for a maxed-out white modular top if it looks right!

We will not have any picture of the white top until the production units arrive later this year.

 

[mattymik]

We will not have any picture of the white top until the production units arrive later this year.

Thanks for the reply.

Could you do this with a sample of the material, though? It doesn’t have to be the full top — just a piece. I think this would help a lot of people, whether they are Oxford-white owners or otherwise.

As anyone who’s been to Sherwin Williams knows …. “White” isn’t simply “white”

 

[Seacat]

Decisions, decisions!

Are you going to make sue the glass tint matches the Ford glass in the rear doors? It does not match now and that's a huge problem.

 

[ADV Fiberglass]

Are you going to make sue the glass tint matches the Ford glass in the rear doors? It does not match now and that's a huge problem.

The rear hardtop glass is tinted the same as the factory hardtop. Our Bronco has darker rear seat window tint which is what might be what you are seeing.

 

[Broncosx2]

I think you mentioned this somewhere before, but did you modify the hinges so the back window goes up further? I may hit my head on that in the image.
Thanks.

 

[Bruno]

Looks kinda "horsey" like a bar of soap
& like it was sprayed with Line-X or Rino bed spray.
Always looks weird when people cover their trucks in that stuff.

 

[Seacat]

The rear hardtop glass is tinted the same as the factory hardtop. Our Bronco has darker rear seat window tint which is what might be what you are seeing.

Ok, was worried after seeing it on your Bronco.

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