How are you guys storing your hard tops?

[DrewBronc21]

I set it in the grass next to the driveway lol.

I may do this. Just store it outside But I will probably just put it on a dolly and roll into the garage. Ceilings are too low for a pulley system being a basement level garage

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[Rex21c]

Gotta say it,

Mine is stored in digital blueprint only as it is modular painted. Now if I had the blueprint and a big enough 3D printer....

I wonder if we could make a top out of lego?

 

[The Beaz]

This is probably the way I will go. Just worried that my garage ceilinf ia too low. It's only 8 feet.

My ceiling is only at 7'-9 1/2", here's a shot with the bronco underneath. It'll be a bit tight for driving & maneuvering under to put the top back on (will be a bit better with non-sas), but storing is no problem.

 

[Gbowles]

I use the same garage ceiling hoist I used for my JK top. I got it on amazon, but they don't seem to be available currently. Zip tied pool noodles to the bottom of the lift. Remove top fastners using handy Bronco tools.. Lower the lift on top, run straps under and snug. Place front panels on top of lift, and crank it up. I use a drill. Removing the top is a one man job.

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I love this setup. Do you know how far down is the bottom of the top from the ceiling with the middle roof panel on it? Is your garage a 9' garage? Thanks!

 

[Amcole1984]

Anyone do this? This looks hella easy to install. And for $30 all in, price can't be beat.

 

[Hoss360]

I'm in Ohio... I'll be storing my hardtop on my Bronco until Spring at the earliest

 

[Trilifter7]

I plan on doing mine the same way I do my Jeep top. Takes about 15 min to get it off and about the same to get it on.

I followed these instructions but made my own kit from just pull straps and eyelet hooks in the ceiling. I used there measurements for the most part and like the idea of supporting the top thru it on each side rather than hooking to the bottom of the sides.

 

[Amcole1984]

I plan on doing mine the same way I do my Jeep top. Takes about 15 min to get it off and about the same to get it on.

Just watched a video on this. Easy and cheap. I was looking into the harken hoist. But it looks way more difficult to install than it needs to be.

 

[Ksjrb03]

My ceiling is only at 7'-9 1/2", here's a shot with the bronco underneath. It'll be a bit tight for driving & maneuvering under to put the top back on (will be a bit better with non-sas), but storing is no problem.

Can’t say I’ve ever seen a 2 door I thought looked good, but that FE with the Bestop looks great.

 

[Trilifter7]

Just watched a video on this. Easy and cheap. I was looking into the harken hoist. But it looks way more difficult to install than it needs to be.

I added the video I got the idea from. I was looking at the Harkin as well until I found that idea and it’s much easier I think.

 

[DFNMAN]

RollNJack works great and stores over the hood when you pull back into the garage. Works even if you have the cargo enclosure. https://www.amazon.com/RollnJack-Hard-Removal-Lift-Jeeps/dp/B08BP5KDHG/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1MYSXXA0WQ1RW&keywords=rollnjack&qid=1644420702&sprefix=rollnjack,aps,83&sr=8-2

Doesn't work on the 2 Door, the cross bar is too close to the back of the top.

 

[Benzo]

Anyone do this? This looks hella easy to install. And for $30 all in, price can't be beat.

I did this for one of my EB's hardtop and it's still in use. I used 2, 2x2s with eye bolts on each end. I ratchet strapped up to eye bolt lags that are screwed into the ceiling joists.

The only bad thing about this setup is, it is not as easy to lower the top down. If you remove and replace often, I suggest installing a pulley system.

I don't put the top on and off often, so this is not an issue for me, but it may be for some. I use the space underneath as storage for holiday decorations and also I parked an old car underneath it.

 

[MyBHinds]

Doesn't work on the 2 Door, the cross bar is too close to the back of the top.

I understand they are working on a solution for the 2 door.

 

[Ares]

when the weather warms up and topless is an option, gonna need to get pretty creative.

Seems like you could rig up one of these simple pulleys with the low profile, and let the winch pull on the cables from the side for the best of both worlds.

 

[Kekov721]

Spent about an hour tonight getting this up. Looks great right? Too bad I’m getting it exchanged on amazon cause once i plugged it in and Hit the button- nothing. 🥲

Checked the power from the outlet and wired remote- both giving/getting juice.


Opened up the wiring box, nothing loose or unconnected.

At least I have the bracket up now- quick switch when the new one comes in…

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