Wanting feedback/review of Bestop Sunrider for 2 door

[Fat dog]

Installed my sunrider on a 2 door yesterday. Pretty awesome. Much more convenient than removing the hard panels. Worth the price. I was in a hurry to install it before work though, so I’ll have to check if I have the same figment issues stated here.

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[Harumph]

I installed my Sunrider this evening. Fit is perfect.

I did have to make an adjustment so the front edge of the top covers the midpoint of the seal above the windshield.

With all pieces in place, tighten the 2 bolts securing the Sunrider to the anchor. Wait to tighten the remaining 6 bolts until after the top is latched in place. Then tighten the 2 bolts anchoring the top to the Bronco cap. Now with the 4 bolts tightened from inside the cabin, unlatch and fold back the top. Finally, move to the top side and tighten the remaining 4 bolts.

I find the passenger side latch is a little tighter than the driver side latch. I'm expecting the twill fabric to stretch/relax under tension, over time. We'll see if the theory holds water. All edges and seals are consistent from side to side. No gap in the back.

Test drive put a huge smile on my wife's face. Worth it just for that alone!

 

[pony2bronco]

No gap in the back.

No gap with the spacer in place? Or did you remove like the others?

 

[Harumph]

No gap with the spacer in place? Or did you remove like the others?

I followed the lead of others on this thread by omitting the spacers.

 

[Beach_Bum]

I installed my Sunrider this evening. Fit is perfect.

I did have to make an adjustment so the front edge of the top covers the midpoint of the seal above the windshield.

With all pieces in place, tighten the 2 bolts securing the Sunrider to the anchor. Wait to tighten the remaining 6 bolts until after the top is latched in place. Then tighten the 2 bolts anchoring the top to the Bronco cap. Now with the 4 bolts tightened from inside the cabin, unlatch and fold back the top. Finally, move to the top side and tighten the remaining 4 bolts.

I find the passenger side latch is a little tighter than the driver side latch. I'm expecting the twill fabric to stretch/relax under tension, over time. We'll see if the theory holds water. All edges and seals are consistent from side to side. No gap in the back.

Test drive put a huge smile on my wife's face. Worth it just for that alone!

Can you followup with photos of the specific bolts that you reference above. I'm picking my Bronco up Weds and the Sunrider is waiting in the garage.

 

[Harumph]

Can you followup with photos of the specific bolts that you reference above. I'm picking my Bronco up Weds and the Sunrider is waiting in the garage.

The instruction manual you'll use for the install is going to be the easiest way to show the order to tighten bolts.

Follow the Bestop instructions. The order is important.
Section 2 - Tighten these bolts

Section 3 & 4 - fit all pieces and leave bolts a little loose.

Section 4 - now tighten the two bolts securing the Center Halo Bracket to the Hard Top. The other two bolts (shown with washers) should remain loose for now.

Close the top and latch it. Make sure the front edge of the top seals against rubber. Check for gaps. Adjust the top as needed to have consistent edges and corners.

From Section 4, Tighten the remaining two bolts (with washers) to lock the rear of the Sunrider Top in place. Now unlatch the top and lay it back.

Go to the top side and tighten the remaining 4 bolts.

You're done.

@Beach_Bum Since you have your Sunrider, take a look at the instructions and this will all make sense.

Good luck and enjoy!

 

[Roger123]

Hey, @Bestop_Team can you reach out to your CS reps and have them respond to tickets. I called on 3/28 about my issue, spoke to a CS rep, was told to send an email, I did, got an automated email response with a ticket number and silence from @Bestop_Team so far.

 

[Roger123]

Just another update on my top. Everything is A-OK, fit is good, operation is good, no leaks and the wind noise after removing the spacers and closing the gap went to nearly nothing. It's quieter than my Mic 2.0 HT panels were.

Glad ya'll got yours sorted as well. Now if @Bestop_Team would ever call me back I may be able to help them out!

One thing I did have to do was put a small bit of foam pipe insulation where the bow goes across the top. When the top was closed and the windows were open there was a large amount of buffeting on the top causing a pretty severe "flapping" noise.

I first tightened up the velcro around the bow and it didn't help. I then got some 1/2" foam pipe insulation (what you put on water pipes) and it made the noise disappear.

I took about a 3" section and put a piece on the driver's side, center and passenger side. The insulation is too thick to wrap the bow and re-do the velcro so cut about a 30 degree or so piece and used it. Just undue the velcro, wedge it in there between the top and the bow and re-do the velcro. I guess you could use pretty much anything, mine just needed to be "tightened" up a bit. Noise/ vibration has completely gone away.

 

[pony2bronco]

Installed and working great! I went without the spacers too like everyone above. Initially I think I over tightened the bolts where the spacers are supposed to go on and had a hard time shutting the top, loosened them a bit and it closes fine but still requires a little force. That's my only concern at the moment, that and seeing what happens the first time it rains.

 

[Harumph]

Installed and working great! I went without the spacers too like everyone above. Initially I think I over tightened the bolts where the spacers are supposed to go on and had a hard time shutting the top, loosened them a bit and it closes fine but still requires a little force. That's my only concern at the moment, that and seeing what happens the first time it rains.

My top has become easier to latch. If yours doesn't improve, try the suggestion (post #66).

 

[Roger123]

Installed and working great! I went without the spacers too like everyone above. Initially I think I over tightened the bolts where the spacers are supposed to go on and had a hard time shutting the top, loosened them a bit and it closes fine but still requires a little force. That's my only concern at the moment, that and seeing what happens the first time it rains.

Mine was tough on the passenger side for a few days, I think they just need to "settle-in" a bit, it's perfect now.

 

[Harumph]

Any results from a rain/carwash test?

I had a storm blow through here yesterday that was short but gusty. I saw a puddle on my floor mat where I had opened the door to step into the Bronco. Not sure if the puddle happened when I opened the door. I felt around the seal and found no moisture. No drips or signs of leaks (while still raining). The side of the dash (above the puddle) had a drop or two. The door panel was dry.

Just wondering if anyone has noticed a leak.

 

[Ford Motor Company]

Any results from a rain/carwash test?

I had a storm blow through here yesterday that was short but gusty. I saw a puddle on my floor mat where I had opened the door to step into the Bronco. Not sure if the puddle happened when I opened the door. I felt around the seal and found no moisture. No drips or signs of leaks (while still raining). The side of the dash (above the puddle) had a drop or two. The door panel was dry.

Just wondering if anyone has noticed a leak.

Hi there, Frank. This doesn't sound like an experience we want you to have with your Bronco. Could you please send us a PM with your VIN and the name and location of your Ford dealer? I'd be happy to look into how I can assist you with this leaking concern on my end.

 

[pony2bronco]

Mine was tough on the passenger side for a few days, I think they just need to "settle-in" a bit, it's perfect now.

Opened it up today, zero issues latching now. Glad I didn't remount it

 

[Harumph]

Hi there, Frank. This doesn't sound like an experience we want you to have with your Bronco. Could you please send us a PM with your VIN and the name and location of your Ford dealer? I'd be happy to look into how I can assist you with this leaking concern on my end.

Hello @Ford Motor Company
PM sent with info requested.

Title of the PM is "Rain Leaking into my Bronco"

Thanks for your help!!

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