Soft Top <--> Hard Top Swap : Tips & Lessons Learned - UPDATED

[JCdrivesPA]

No idea what the hell that is but there's a national stop sale and nearly 160 on back order. For that price I'd almost have to believe it includes the trim panels but wouldn't rule out their pricing is way off.

Thanks, Flip. I almost assumed it was something like that and am hoping it will come back down when some stock comes in. In the meantime my soft top will have to sit in the garage. But still hoping someone has a couple sitting around.

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[flip]

Thanks, Flip. I almost assumed it was something like that and am hoping it will come back down when some stock comes in. In the meantime my soft top will have to sit in the garage. But still hoping someone has a couple sitting around.

I just checked our inventory because I thought we stocked a few but guess not. Looks like Ford updated our listing to show the new price and part number too.

 

[JCdrivesPA]

I just checked our inventory because I thought we stocked a few but guess not. Looks like Ford updated our listing to show the new price and part number too.

Very Much appreciated that you checked. I’ll keep my fingers crossed something changes.

 

[BroncoBoy22]

Put them back in so I wouldn't lose. Soft top will go back on when it's time to sell.

As usual, you’re the man FLIP THANK YOU!!!

 

[GRONKO]

Does anyone have the two tailgate latches for a soft top from a dual top bronco available? I need these 2 brackets to convert from a hard top to a soft top.
Thanks
Part number M2DZ-78515A54-C. Or (B)

I was waiting as well, but found them at mountains 2 metal.
Tailgate Window Catch Set (mountains2metal.com)

 

[JCdrivesPA]

I was waiting as well, but found them at mountains 2 metal.
Tailgate Window Catch Set (mountains2metal.com)

Gronko, you are a legend. Thanks very much!

 

[GRONKO]

It is very strange for that part to be so limited. Also crazy prices when you search for the updated ‘d’ part number. The m2m brackets are steel and include bolts. It appears the ford parts may be plastic, but I am not sure.

 

[cbrenthus]

I'm in the same situation, bought a soft top last week and didn't realize how many parts were needed. I knew I was going to need the rear window brackets, but didn't think there was anything else. I texted the seller and explained there are several parts they no longer need, and offered more money plus my trim panels, and sounds like they are cool with that and we just need to find a time for me to head back there and swap everything out.

However, I thought I share my comprehensive list for everyone:

Edit: I wanted to add that the prices are ROMs I got quickly from various sites, mostly so I'd know how much to offer the seller:

Group	Part Number	Description	QTY	Unit Price	Total Price
Rollbar Bracket	W707288-S442	Bolt for Rollbar bracket	4​	$ 4.00	$ 16.00
Rollbar Bracket	M2DZ-78515A53-B	Rollbar Bracket Left	1​	$ 30.00	$ 30.00
Rollbar Bracket	M2DZ-78515A52-B	Rollbar Bracket Right	1​	$ 30.00	$ 30.00
Side Window Channel	M2DZ-78255A35-BA	Left C pillar window channel	1​	$ 35.00	$ 35.00
Side Window Channel	M2DZ-78255A34-BA	Right C pillar window channel	1​	$ 35.00	$ 35.00
Side Window Channel		*Bolts not needed because they already are there
Quarter Panel Brackets	M2DZ-7829452-A	Left and Right Brackets for Quarter Panel	2​	$ 25.00	$ 50.00
Quarter Panel Brackets	W721070-S450B	Bolts for Bracket to 1/4 panel	4​	$ 3.00	$ 12.00
Quarter Panel Brackets	W721070-S450B	Bolts for soft top to brackets	6​	$ 3.00	$ 18.00
Quarter Panel Brackets	M2DZ-7831289-BA	Trim panel with bracket cutout left	1​	$ 50.00	$ 50.00
Quarter Panel Brackets	M2DZ-7831288-BA	Trim panel with bracket cutout right	1​	$ 50.00	$ 50.00
Rear Window Brackets	M2DZ 78515A54C	Rear Window Brackets	2​	$ 35.00	$ 70.00
Rear Window Brackets	W721070-S450B	Bolts for Brackets	2​	$ 3.00	$ 6.00

 

[cbrenthus]

And I think the bolts for the rear window brackets might actually be W707288-S442

 

[Snake_venom]

So I’ve read the whole thread and I think I’ve got most of it figured out. I’m working to buy the soft top from a forum member that ordered dual tops and never installed the soft top. So in addition to everything that came on the pallet I need him to take off the two pre-installed latches in the cargo area and to take off the side window panels (will he need my hard top panels?). And do I also need to swap the roll bar or just the two parts above?

im fine with just leaving the cargo cover exposed or cutting my panel later for that plastic piece.

I just want to make sure I’m super clear and let them know in advance any parts that are pre installed that I’d need taken off their dual top config.

any help on exactly what to ask for?

 

[Papa Smurf]

So I’ve read the whole thread and I think I’ve got most of it figured out. I’m working to buy the soft top from a forum member that ordered dual tops and never installed the soft top. So in addition to everything that came on the pallet I need him to take off the two pre-installed latches in the cargo area and to take off the side window panels (will he need my hard top panels?). And do I also need to swap the roll bar or just the two parts above?

im fine with just leaving the cargo cover exposed or cutting my panel later for that plastic piece.

I just want to make sure I’m super clear and let them know in advance any parts that are pre installed that I’d need taken off their dual top config.

any help on exactly what to ask for?

You’re pretty spot on. Seller will not need your window channel panels- they unbolt off of the hardtop pieces.

Quick run down of everything that you need to leave with-
soft top
Roll bar brackets- left and right
Window channel c pillar plastic moldings- left and right
Cargo latches and bolts- left and right but they are the same
Cargo supports (the black bars hidden behind the trim)- left and right but again interchangeable.
4 bolts for cargo supports
6 bolts for soft top
4 bolts for roll bar brackets
If you can get the foam skid that the soft top is delivered on, take it. It makes storage of the soft top much easier.

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