Life after crack?

[dgorsett]

Don't mind - $750 for the top

Looks nice. I'm actually real happy with the look and performance of my '21 MIC so far. But if issues arise I would look at a wrap or Rhino lining. Does anybody have long term experience with Rhino Lining? And I'm a bit torn, I really like the color of the MIC (and your wrap looks great) with my Area 51, but if I ever get Rhino it might be an opportunity for Wimbledon White.

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[GA2Dr]

Thanks, I'm very happy with it. The black came out nice but it's thin so you can see the texture underneath. I mention that because I'm not sure how the white would come out on a vinyl wrap.

 

[KTM300]

I have been looking at purchasing a 24 or 25 Raptor with a painted top. Are those tops having problems with cracks?

 

[GroovyGeek]

Why not ask to join the looming class action? 2021-2024 Ford Bronco Leaking/Cracked Roof Class Action Investigation | Migliaccio & Rathod LLP

I am torn on class action. The only people who do well are the lead plantiff and the lawyers. On the other hand, Ford's balls clearly need to be put in a vice over this. The most likely outcome is that they do what they should have done years ago - ditch Webasto, stop trying to provide a solution nobody is asking for (somewhat lighter shell and panels), and go to the tried and true solution - a Wrangler style top that has proven to be bullet proof. Unfortunately that probably benefits only new buyers.

 

[GPPBronco]

Added to original post as well, but here are a couple photos of the hairline cracks starting on the rear shell. There are more - basically extending across the top/side edge above the rear side windows the entire length of the rear shell.

 

[zyglyrox]

Cover it in flexseal or some sort of sealant. You don’t want water getting inside.

 

[GA2Dr]

Those cracks are very similar to what I have

 

[dpAtlanta]

As promised, here are the cracks in my MIC top.
I took delivery in August of 2024, but it sat on a dealer lot in Mississippi since April of 2024... good Southern summer sun for sure.

The cracks looked like this when I took delivery, and have not changed in 14 months since I have owned it.

The top has absolutely no issues.

I did have to use strong lighting to see the cracks depending on ambient lighting,

The cracks are only on the lower portion of the leading edge of the side windows on both sides.

DRIVERS SIDE:

With extra lighting:

PASSENGER'S SIDE:

No extra lighting needed since the I-Phone compensated do to ambient lighting:

Extra Lighting... but not needed:

 

[dpAtlanta]

I hate to put a LIKE on someone's photos of a cracked top, but the like is obviously for sharing your images.

 

[TheSquatch]

Don't mind - $750 for the top

What brand vinyl and color name? Looks good!

 

[GA2Dr]

Local guy - 3M vinyl film, satin black. If you're in GA I can give you his info. He is great

 

[MachingBird]

I am torn on class action. The only people who do well are the lead plantiff and the lawyers. On the other hand, Ford's balls clearly need to be put in a vice over this. The most likely outcome is that they do what they should have done years ago - ditch Webasto, stop trying to provide a solution nobody is asking for (somewhat lighter shell and panels), and go to the tried and true solution - a Wrangler style top that has proven to be bullet proof. Unfortunately that probably benefits only new buyers.

Webasto makes the MIC tops for the Bronco. It’s not them, it’s Ford’s design and spec that sucks.

 

[joeman]

It's a problem, not with all of them, but a lot of them, as Webasto can't seem to manufacture them with any consistency whatsoever. A gallery for your viewing pleasure:

https://fixourbroncotops.com/ford-bronco-mic-top-issues-gallery-real-owner-photos/

 

[TPadden72]

It's a problem... A gallery for your viewing pleasure:

I think the OP is trying to find out if if has become more than a cosmetic problem for anyone "living with cracks". So far I haven't seen any cases that reach the rag top requiring duct tape solution point.

Tom

 

[StinkBug]

My 2-door top has had those cracks around the windows from day 1. I'm just now coming up on the end of the warranty and finally getting around to having it replaced, but honestly the cracks haven't gotten any worse in the last 3 years and aren't noticeable unless you're looking for them.

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