At 32:10 the 2 bow control linkage is put on backwards. The "short end" closest to the bend should go toward the rear of the vehicle. It must rest on top of the bumper when on correctly. He has it backwards resting on the metal bracket.
Follow up comment that qualify control with bestop products is a very real issue, at 38:20 the demonstrator is pushing the barrel screw through the small hole. The hole he has is way bigger than what you actually receive and have to push the flat head part of the screw through the inside and the barrel screw through the outside with the cable. Basically the reverse way that the demonstrator does it.
I bought a '23 bronco outer banks came with the hard top. I also ordered the soft top. It's summer now so want to swap them out. When winter comes and I want to swap back this has to be completely disassembled?
It DOES NOT!!! just remove your trektop and swap out your C pillar plates, reinstall your original c pillar plates and you can put the hard top back on
@BestopTeam : If you have the factory soft top, does this kit come with all the hardware you need? The video refers to reusing the factory hard top hardware.
I really wish you guys had made a version that can fold all the way back to the gate. Whether yours or the factory one, they look terrible folded back but still on top of the roof. Just my opinion.
@@marbledmeatshop I can’t remember. I did it this weekend and watched the video and used the instructions step by step. They were just not in sync on a few steps. Also do yourself a favor and get some marine/automotive weatherstripping from Lowes for $9 and put it on the top of the door rails starting in front and going all the way back past the screw that holds the cloth tightening cord. It made a huge improvement on side wind noise and it creates a barrier that will keep snow or rain from potentially blowing up and under the cloth and into the cabin. The stock top has a rubber seal on the cloth that sits in a channel on the door. The Bestop doesn’t have a channel on the rail or a seal on the cloth.
@@justinwilliams2144 I looked back at the manual - which suggests nearly removing the speaker. I did not do that at all. The video installation worked for me. Cheers.
@@kellyvanvakaris2059 I don’t remember. I watched the video and then followed the paper instructions as I watched the video again. That’s how I know there were a few steps that were out of order. Also the video has a few still images of steps that aren’t show how to do.
Never would have been able to just follow the printed directions. It would be great if you could split the video into chapters. I found that I didn't need the video for every step. Thanks,
It gets better with time and stretching but far from perfect. I’m foregoing that top this year. Pain in the ass. Would rather have sun screen and drive a different car on bad days then fool with this pos.
At 32:10 the 2 bow control linkage is put on backwards. The "short end" closest to the bend should go toward the rear of the vehicle. It must rest on top of the bumper when on correctly. He has it backwards resting on the metal bracket.
So … my plan is to use the hard top for the winter and bestop for the summer months - will I need new software for each time I install the soft top?
this is my question too
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@@mikeobrien123 Following?
@@toddgregory897 im interearwd as well. Following to hear the answer to your question.
Same question
Hey guys we’re gunna skip over parts and just give you slow-motion shots of the instruction manual with music so you can hate yourself a little more
It looks good but I’m glad my Jeep is easier as you guys did a nice job on
Follow up comment that qualify control with bestop products is a very real issue, at 38:20 the demonstrator is pushing the barrel screw through the small hole. The hole he has is way bigger than what you actually receive and have to push the flat head part of the screw through the inside and the barrel screw through the outside with the cable. Basically the reverse way that the demonstrator does it.
I bought a '23 bronco outer banks came with the hard top. I also ordered the soft top. It's summer now so want to swap them out. When winter comes and I want to swap back this has to be completely disassembled?
Same question
It DOES NOT!!! just remove your trektop and swap out your C pillar plates, reinstall your original c pillar plates and you can put the hard top back on
If you reinstall the hard top, do all the brackets and seals have to be taken off?
Good question
the thin films i dont think will be a problem but the rubber seal on the belt rail in the back might interfere with the one on the hardtop itself
@BestopTeam : If you have the factory soft top, does this kit come with all the hardware you need? The video refers to reusing the factory hard top hardware.
I really wish you guys had made a version that can fold all the way back to the gate. Whether yours or the factory one, they look terrible folded back but still on top of the roof. Just my opinion.
We appreciate your feedback, I will definitely share it with team! Thank you!
FWIW: the bolts on top are TP45 (Torx Plus 45) not T40.
Looks better than the factory version at least the windows do the factory soft top sometimes look like a saggy diaper
The printed instructions that came with this top for the Bronco 4 Door have 3-4 steps that are not in the same order as the video.
I installed on 4DR using the video and it went fine. What’s the difference?
@@marbledmeatshop I can’t remember. I did it this weekend and watched the video and used the instructions step by step. They were just not in sync on a few steps. Also do yourself a favor and get some marine/automotive weatherstripping from Lowes for $9 and put it on the top of the door rails starting in front and going all the way back past the screw that holds the cloth tightening cord. It made a huge improvement on side wind noise and it creates a barrier that will keep snow or rain from potentially blowing up and under the cloth and into the cabin. The stock top has a rubber seal on the cloth that sits in a channel on the door. The Bestop doesn’t have a channel on the rail or a seal on the cloth.
@@justinwilliams2144 I looked back at the manual - which suggests nearly removing the speaker. I did not do that at all. The video installation worked for me. Cheers.
@@justinwilliams2144 under the door rail hardware correct?
@@kellyvanvakaris2059 I don’t remember. I watched the video and then followed the paper instructions as I watched the video again. That’s how I know there were a few steps that were out of order. Also the video has a few still images of steps that aren’t show how to do.
Never would have been able to just follow the printed directions. It would be great if you could split the video into chapters. I found that I didn't need the video for every step. Thanks,
The rear windows hates me. Can get one or the other J channels, but never both. Is there a trick?
Any instruction manual or how to use/pull back functions?
Is this top compatible with the gearshade?
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So does it go down like a convertible?
when you open the tailgate, can you lift the back up using the rod that comes with the stock soft top? (to have better access to the cargo area)
Yes.
No
Just put this on and honestly I wish I didn’t sell my factory soft top. The latch system on this thing is a nightmare. 0/10 recommend.
What issue are you having. I’m not impressed either
Can someone show a video on how to unlatch the top?
I don't have a video of how to unlatch the top but the latches unhook once you flip up on the top part of the latch
@@BestopTeam what do you do when you flip the latch but the hook is too tight and doesn’t unhook?
@@cvlcan Also have this problem. Did you ever get a fix?
It gets better with time and stretching but far from perfect. I’m foregoing that top this year. Pain in the ass. Would rather have sun screen and drive a different car on bad days then fool with this pos.
Ew just buy a jeep