Doors off and top on -- pros, cons and pics

[mlugb6ro]

I liked my doors off and top on with my 2dr jeeps. I didn't like the sun beating down on me. I'm not sure how I feel about it yet with my bronco.

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[broadicustomworks]

Same vibe.
It is cooler (temp wise) to run safari-style until you get a mesh top, then it's really great open-air riding without getting burnt (especially those of us with shaved heads).

But riding like you asked about between a Jeep and a Bronco, virtually same feel.

 

[thatspecialbeat]

I was surprised how much I enjoyed doors off top on. Mesh top is also great.

 

[Blackcat]

Haven't had my top off yet, but have run doors off and love it.

 

[RYD003]

Same vibe.
It is cooler (temp wise) to run safari-style until you get a mesh top, then it's really great open-air riding without getting burnt (especially those of us with shaved heads).

But riding like you asked about between a Jeep and a Bronco, virtually same feel.

ok, so newbie question here.... what's the difference from the safari top to the mesh top?

 

[Blackcat]

 

[Ground_zero298]

I liked my doors off and top on with my 2dr jeeps. I didn't like the sun beating down on me. I'm not sure how I feel about it yet with my bronco.

Best setup I’ve found is doors and back off. Leave the front 2 panels on. You get all the breeze and it keeps the sun off you.

 

[Dro]

Best setup I’ve found is doors and back off. Leave the front 2 panels on. You get all the breeze and it keeps the sun off you.

How do you do this if the front panels latch onto the rear shell?

 

[Ground_zero298]

How do you do this if the front panels latch onto the rear shell?

Those 2 don’t need to be latched. No play on the panels even at 100 with a head wind. I’ve put over 3000 miles on in that configuration.

More will post up the same response. I’m not the only one running this setup.

 

[Tricky Dick]

Doors off, mesh on is my favorite. Open top, no mesh leads to a quick frying.

 

[broadicustomworks]

ok, so newbie question here.... what's the difference from the safari top to the mesh top?

I refer to “safari style” as the soft top on and latched with the doors and all windows removed.
There are several iterations of mesh top one can buy.
I have the cheaper one from @Tricky Dick distributing that lasted all summer last year, all winter with two sleeping bags piled on top of it (for some insulation from sound and cold), and zero issues.
For the price I can buy 5 or more of them for one of the higher end ones, but as with anything, your expectations and product desire may vary.

 

[Dro]

Those 2 don’t need to be latched. No play on the panels even at 100 with a head wind. I’ve put over 3000 miles on in that configuration.

More will post up the same response. I’m not the only one running this setup.

Great, thanks! I've wanted to try it but haven't yet. Glad to see it works! You obviously need to take off all front panels, then remove the rear shell and put the front panels back on, right?

 

[Ground_zero298]

Great, thanks! I've wanted to try it but haven't yet. Glad to see it works! You obviously need to take off all front panels, then remove the rear shell and put the front panels back on, right?

Yes. Not sure if they are running the mid panels on a 4 door. My recommendation is for my 2 door. I’m sure someone will chime in on the 4 door.

 

[RYD003]

I refer to “safari style” as the soft top on and latched with the doors and all windows removed.
There are several iterations of mesh top one can buy.
I have the cheaper one from @Tricky Dick distributing that lasted all summer last year, all winter with two sleeping bags piled on top of it (for some insulation from sound and cold), and zero issues.
For the price I can buy 5 or more of them for one of the higher end ones, but as with anything, your expectations and product desire may vary.

thanks!

@Tricky Dick no 2 door mesh top avaiable?

 

[Tricky Dick]

I have the cheaper one from @Tricky Dick distributing

I'm a bit biased I suppose but it's proof you don't have to spend a lot to save your scalp.

thanks!

@Tricky Dick no 2 door mesh top avaiable?

Unfortunately I don't have a specific 2dr version but I use a 4dr one on mine and it actually fits pretty decently.

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