You have no idea how much I have been searching for this video. I have had my soft top for about a couple months and have been constantly struggling with the slack in the front because I didn't know how to properly fold the top down. Thank you so much!
Jose Quiros Just to confirm - this works on the JKU? I was about to pull the trigger on a used oem top but really want the fastback option. Do you have any pics of your 4 dr in topless mode?
Tiffany Premo The back window trick works i believe but flipping up the back half doesn't work the same because of where the pivot point is on the top for the JKU
Thanks man. I just bought this top and after removing the 3 windows for the first time it took me about haft an hour just to zip back the back window lol. This will make it a lot easier!
Bestop should write you a really fat check for this video. They've undoubtedly sold countless tops due to this. Your video is more helpful than any of the others I've seen from bestop or Quadratec or any "official" channel.
Nice video. If you first unbuckle the front header and fold back the front section of the top, the back window will zip up much easier by not having any tension. I still have issues with the side windows not sealing around the door surrounds. I have had the exact top since 2012. -Scott
Awesome thanks I just bought this top for my 09 but I have a question what that shelf you have in the back when you open the back door called I need one thanks
I just got my jeep and it came with that top. I was ready to return it because I want the topless feel. Thank you soooo much for your video! I have a question. Inside the jeep in the middle of the top where the middle speakers are, there are 2 black straps that you're suppose to clip...what is it for??
nathalie fournier the black straps are what is mostly securing the top to the jeep. Since it is a frameless top it’s is required. If you get the top in the “topless” position shown in the video and then undo those straps and the door surround clips you can completely remove the top. Hope that helps!
Cool video thanks man I just put my nx on last week I installed it when it was 70° and the tip of removing the straps worked like a charm one question where did you get the hard plastic cargo cover I can't find it anywhere thanks again
Thanks Man! Great Video an answered my exact question! Totally sealed the deal for me to purchase to be able to ditch the hardtop in the summer! Loved the fastback look and the cheaper price but wanted to be able to run topless so I was getting ready to pay the big bucks for the SuperTop NX and then this video popped up and sealed my decision! Thanks for sharing! Oh! Also, what kind of channels are those under the rear windows on the side of your jeep? Is that for a roof rack? What kind is it? Thanks!
I assume you get this question a lot so I'm sorry if I'm being repetitive. I have a 2016 JKU and am looking to buy a soft top this spring. I'm having a hard time deciding to go fastback or framed soft top. I want the ability to go full top less and I understand the fastbacks still can. If I care a lot about being able to go top less, which would be the better choice. Hope to hear back from you and any impute from people is also appreciated.
Espo, off topic but the white wheels looks awesome. I found your thread ont he forums and got some of the 15" from Vintiques, I know you have 33x12.5x15 Duratracs on it but I love the stance, do you have a lift in the front as well? I seriously sold my grey jku and bought a white JK just so I could pull off a similar look, now it's time to bite the bullet and put the stuff on :)
Finally pulled the trigger on a trektop nx thanks to this video. Question... Can you flip the sunrider back in bikini mode, or is that basically taking the top halfway off? I can't imagine there's anything to hold it forward, so I'm not sure.
Yes you can flip it back. You will either have to tighten the rear straps to add tension to the top or roll the rear forward like I've shown in the video. I've found that the rear will flap at higher speeds and sometimes the straps come loose no matter how much you tighten them. Also don't flip the sunrider forward with the straps tightened or it will rip the top. The top is secured with 2 straps that go around the soundbar.
David Goodell If you don't have the NX then you are missing out. The Trektop NX adds the sunrider feature and removable windows. On the TJ version I don't think you can roll the back up like on the JK though because the TJ sunrider covers the entire back half when it is open.
Dude. That's awesome. I'm getting the NX but had no idea about rolling the rear portion of the top under the sun rider. Also, what material top do u have? Black diamond or Twill?
Thank you for this video! Do you think the bestop trail cover would fit over the top when you have it folded under the sun rider as you demonstrate in the video?
Wicked helpful video!! Would you know if this would work for the unlimited?! Been looking for a soft top and love the trektop, but want to be able to go fully topless. Thanks!!
Kristen Richtarik Some people have tried on the unlimited and due to the length of the arms on the unlimited, the sunrider folds back further. You can still roll up the rear and gain a few inches of sunlight between the sunrider top and the sport bar, but not the same as the 2 door.
Love the top, getting mine soon. Just wondering though, how well do the air vent mirrors work. Been sing these a lot lately and have heard mixed reviews.
+Phillip Moore They work alright. Not as good as full mirrors and they are convex so things are closer than they appear. I just turn my head around before changing lanes.
Hello from Spain, a lot of thanks for the video. One more answer. Can you tell me what is the black surface that you have in the Car boot?? (Maletero en español) Is like a security box ??? where can i see more info about this??? Thanks. David
+Drones Valencia It is called the Instatrunk and it is made by Mopar. I'm not sure if it is available but other companies make them as well. Tuffy is one brand.
I was going to ask the same thing. By the way, thanks a bunch on how you put the back window in when it is colder out. I just got my top and I was having a very hard time putting it in. Believe me you saved me a ton of bad words to say, lol thanks for your help!
Great input! How would you suggest storing the windows? I also have a 2 door and removed the back seat. I have been laying them as flat as possible (folding the corners up) underneath a tub mat and then just replacing the rear window into the lower channel and laying it in the back
RogueJK I just leave my windows at home most days. I have laid them flat in the back of the Jeep a few times for a day of wheeling and I haven't noticed any scratching or anything on the windows.
This is great, really clears things up. I have one question. Do the side and rear windows have a hard edge? On my factory soft top I like to roll the windows up so I can keep them with me. Would that be possible with this Trektop NX?
There is a hard piece of plastic that runs along the inside of the side windows towards the back. That's what gives it rigidity for the slant back shape. You can remove them but I never bother. I usually leave my windows at home.
Can one open the "sun rider" portion of the top and then remove only the rear window. I like cruising with the side windows left on, although it appears to be a very simple operation to remove them as well. I guess my question is whether you are forced to go either full top or bikini top. Thanks in advance!
Howard Camardelle Yes you can do that. I did it once but didn't really see the point in it. It's also difficult to put the rear window back in, in that scenario because the side windows are tucked into the rails so you can't use the trick I show at the end of the video to reconnect the side and back windows.
very nice tips..however will it work or roll up for my 4 door if i want it completely open? Also can anyone give any tips as for which brand i should go with? NX,rampage,or offroad heroes? thanks
Lucas McCoy It does not work the same on the 4 door. You can roll it up but the rear seat is still partially covered by the top. Of your 3 choices the NX is the most popular. Rampage doesn't have a sunrider, and the ORH is custom made with a few month wait. I'm not a fan of all the separate panels they use.
I appreciate your reply back and info. Is there any brand of a fastback top like the nx that folds completely down and easily stored in a short amount of time like the soft top that comes stock?
Lucas McCoy The design of the fastback style eliminates all of the metal framework that the factory top has. This means that it won't fold completely back as quickly as the factory top. I can't speak for the 4 door, but in my video, when I have the sunrider back and the rear portion rolled up, I'm about 30 seconds from having the top completely removable. There are 2 straps around the sound bar to undo and you need to unhook the springs that connect to the bracket behind the door surrounds and the sunrider quick disconnects. After that, the top can come completely off. Putting it back on is more challenging, but still can be accomplished in 20 minutes or less.
what are those metal guides below your windows? above the rear fender flares? for a cargo rack of some kind? if so can u give me more info on them? thanks for the help
josh hamilton they are part of the Bestop High Rock Overhead Rack. Unfortunately it is out of production which is too bad because it was a great rack for hauling my kayaks.
+SkylerBMills The short answer is no. Due to the location of the sunrider arms on the JKU it falls back further over the rear passengers. you can roll up the rear under it still but the rear passenger area is still mostly covered up by the sunrider. When you flip it back you will see where it is.
Does anyone know if this works on the unlimited 4 door version.? Would love to see some pics of how this looks when attempted on a door! Really wanting to buy this top, but not really willing to give up the fully top less feel.
I agree. I am getting ready to buy a top for my 2009 Wrangler Sahara but want to be able to fold the top all the way to the back of the vehicle. Do you know if you can do this with the Trektop?
+Theo Geo the Trektop does not have a frame like the standard top as you can see in the video. It does not fold back all the way. However you can remove it easily. After rolling it up like I showed you in the video just undo 2 straps around the sound bar and unclip the sunrider bows and the whole thing comes right off. It sounds like you might be happier with a standard top though.
The 4 door is designed differently and does t work as well as a 2 door when rolling the rear portion forward. It works but it leaves most of the rear passenger area covered.
InvertChaos3 It's the Bestop Highrock Overhead Rack. There are bars that attach to it that go over the Jeep so I can haul my kayak. It works pretty well and it's a lot cheaper than a full time roof rack would be.
@@Espo78 hi, I'm installing the softop trekto NX item number 56852. I have a rear bow assembly, with this one, it's not possible to do what you showed in your video!! Where is the rear bow assembly in your video please? Again my part number is Trektop NX 56852. Thanks
Anyone have this top for the 4 door? Is it a pain to completely remove? Also, when removed are you able to stow it inside the jeep easily? Really like the look of this top but if I can't take it completely off and be able to put it back on in case of bad weather I would rather go with the traditional style. I haven't seen any videos on TH-cam of people showing if this too can be removed and stowed.
awsume video! I Jut picked up a 2007 Rubicon 2 door. It needs a new top. among other things. I have I believe to be factory 1/2 doors. I've heard some say this Trektop NX will & wont work? does anybody know it this top will work for me?
Hey all, just installed on my TJ. Is it just me, or do the quick release pins sit back a lot further away from the header on the TJ? When I flip my sunrider back, the top reaches almost to the back of the rear rollbars. Whereas in this video with a JK, the header only comes back the the sound bar. Anyone else familiar with what I'm talking about? Thanks!
Just finished watching the trektop pro installation on bestop's page. It makes me suspect we can't quite use his "topless" trick. There is now a retainer clip on the portion of the top that is above the windows. However, it's not hard plastic so it may not be a total loss.
Tony Love From what I've seen of the Trektop PRO there are lot of pieces to it, and it's not really meant to be a "top down" kind of top. Maybe there are tricks to it that will be figured out once more people own it but it just seems overly complicated to me. My NX fits all my needs perfectly.
Hi, it's the Mopar Instatrunk. It's made of plastic and I'm pretty sure they do not make it anymore. However Bestop still makes a version of it, that I believe is made of metal. Hope that helps!
First allow a little slack on both straps before attempting to attach the clips to the sound bar. Second, grasp the clip between your thumb & index finger & place it vertically inside the hole. Slide the clip on the edge of the metal round hole in a horizontal position (palms up) until the the metal round edge of the hole is snug inside the clip. These center clips will not "snap" into place. They only stay snug around the hole. Take the slack out of the straps after the clips are installed. Hope this helps somewhat.
It looks great but dont forget to mention you STILL have the bow bar above your head. .....AND you put the window panels on the ground OUT of your Jeep so you're screwd if it rains. They dont roll up due to the hard plastic inside them so stashing inside JEEP may be non existent. These points are what sold me on the OEM soft top. The Bows are not just for extra storage people. There's reasons JEEP sells the style they do. Fastbacks look good but are not too practical for New England or places where the weather changes pretty sudden. ....and I'm constantly checking weather on my phone btw. ....your milage may vary.
I run a spiderwebshade under the trek top so I never really notice the bar at all. If it does bother you it takes about 10 seconds to pop it out. I also have a duster cover that I usually run when the windows are out. I rarely bring the windows with me but they would stow nicely under the duster if I wanted to bring them. I never rolled up my factory windows either, fwiw.
You can actually roll up the trek top windows pretty easily. The back is simple of course, but with the sides, you can take out the hard plastic and then roll up with ease. It helps to mark the plastic so you don't forget which way they go. Easy to stow if you have a JK under the rear seat. Have to get a little more creative with TJ/LJ. There's a video here on the Tube showing how it's done.
They are part of the Bestop Highrock Overhead Rack, which is no longer made. It's a great rack system that is easily removable. I used it to haul my kayaks and it was perfect because I could remove the top bars and still get my Jeep in the garage.
Thank you. You answered the main question I had which none of the 30 minute reviews answered. It is much appreciated!!
You have no idea how much I have been searching for this video. I have had my soft top for about a couple months and have been constantly struggling with the slack in the front because I didn't know how to properly fold the top down. Thank you so much!
Topher Leece glad I could help!
This was the best video on how to remove windows and top! I searched awhile to find this, glad I did
Thanks for the video. I just installed this top this week. I would have never thought to roll the back up under the sunrider.
Dude u just saved me 40 mins of my life lol its such a pain to go completely topless this did the trick even with my 4 door thanks bro!
Jose Quiros Great to hear!
Jose Quiros Just to confirm - this works on the JKU? I was about to pull the trigger on a used oem top but really want the fastback option. Do you have any pics of your 4 dr in topless mode?
kquillen I'm also wondering the same thing!
Tiffany Premo The back window trick works i believe but flipping up the back half doesn't work the same because of where the pivot point is on the top for the JKU
Definitely going to give rolling the back up like that a try this summer. I've just gotten a Trektop for my LJ, so thanks for the tips.
Trektop should sponser you. Great video!!
Thanks man. I just bought this top and after removing the 3 windows for the first time it took me about haft an hour just to zip back the back window lol. This will make it a lot easier!
Great video. I have been trying to decide between the Supertop and the Traktop. This just made my decision...going with the Trektop. Thanks
HI Espo, Thanks for this video... It helped me to make up my mind on which soft top to buy. I installed the Trek Top NX yesterday, and it is perfect.
Bestop should write you a really fat check for this video. They've undoubtedly sold countless tops due to this. Your video is more helpful than any of the others I've seen from bestop or Quadratec or any "official" channel.
Very clear and informative video. Thanks for making it.
Do you have any picture or video on how the top looks rolled up and folded from the inside?
Great video! This is super helpful.
Nice video. If you first unbuckle the front header and fold back the front section of the top, the back window will zip up much easier by not having any tension. I still have issues with the side windows not sealing around the door surrounds. I have had the exact top since 2012.
-Scott
Thank you for this video!
So glad i found this video,,, very clear! :)
Nice JK! Gosh I love our convertible coupes! LOL
Thanks for this. Very informative.
Awesome thanks I just bought this top for my 09 but I have a question what that shelf you have in the back when you open the back door called I need one thanks
Awesome video. Thanks.
Hey Man great video! This was a huge help!
Michael Jefferies Thanks! Glad it helped you out!
dude thank you for this video!!
Great video! Thanks, man.
I just got my jeep and it came with that top. I was ready to return it because I want the topless feel. Thank you soooo much for your video! I have a question. Inside the jeep in the middle of the top where the middle speakers are, there are 2 black straps that you're suppose to clip...what is it for??
nathalie fournier the black straps are what is mostly securing the top to the jeep. Since it is a frameless top it’s is required. If you get the top in the “topless” position shown in the video and then undo those straps and the door surround clips you can completely remove the top. Hope that helps!
Espo78 thank you so much!
Great information! Thank you!
Cool video thanks man I just put my nx on last week I installed it when it was 70° and the tip of removing the straps worked like a charm one question where did you get the hard plastic cargo cover I can't find it anywhere thanks again
I got the new model of the Trektop without the zippers, I will try the roll up part soon. also what is the bracket on the side under the top
Thanks Man! Great Video an answered my exact question! Totally sealed the deal for me to purchase to be able to ditch the hardtop in the summer! Loved the fastback look and the cheaper price but wanted to be able to run topless so I was getting ready to pay the big bucks for the SuperTop NX and then this video popped up and sealed my decision! Thanks for sharing!
Oh! Also, what kind of channels are those under the rear windows on the side of your jeep? Is that for a roof rack? What kind is it? Thanks!
The channels are for the Bestop Overhead Rack. Works great for carrying my kayak.
Been looking for an overhead rack option but that could b removed easily too! I'll look that one up! Thanks!
Perfect! Thanks 🙏
I assume you get this question a lot so I'm sorry if I'm being repetitive. I have a 2016 JKU and am looking to buy a soft top this spring. I'm having a hard time deciding to go fastback or framed soft top. I want the ability to go full top less and I understand the fastbacks still can. If I care a lot about being able to go top less, which would be the better choice. Hope to hear back from you and any impute from people is also appreciated.
Espo, off topic but the white wheels looks awesome. I found your thread ont he forums and got some of the 15" from Vintiques, I know you have 33x12.5x15 Duratracs on it but I love the stance, do you have a lift in the front as well? I seriously sold my grey jku and bought a white JK just so I could pull off a similar look, now it's time to bite the bullet and put the stuff on :)
BigRidiculous the only lift I had on that Jeep was springs off of a JKU rubicon. 17/59 if I remember correctly. It was about a 1.5” lift I think.
TY for clarifying! Sweet ride.
Finally pulled the trigger on a trektop nx thanks to this video. Question... Can you flip the sunrider back in bikini mode, or is that basically taking the top halfway off? I can't imagine there's anything to hold it forward, so I'm not sure.
Yes you can flip it back. You will either have to tighten the rear straps to add tension to the top or roll the rear forward like I've shown in the video. I've found that the rear will flap at higher speeds and sometimes the straps come loose no matter how much you tighten them. Also don't flip the sunrider forward with the straps tightened or it will rip the top. The top is secured with 2 straps that go around the soundbar.
My Trektop for my TJ is just a glorified cab cover. Can't do any of this. Looking for a different top now.
David Goodell If you don't have the NX then you are missing out. The Trektop NX adds the sunrider feature and removable windows. On the TJ version I don't think you can roll the back up like on the JK though because the TJ sunrider covers the entire back half when it is open.
Dude. That's awesome. I'm getting the NX but had no idea about rolling the rear portion of the top under the sun rider. Also, what material top do u have? Black diamond or Twill?
B Griff black diamond. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for this video! Do you think the bestop trail cover would fit over the top when you have it folded under the sun rider as you demonstrate in the video?
Wicked helpful video!! Would you know if this would work for the unlimited?! Been looking for a soft top and love the trektop, but want to be able to go fully topless. Thanks!!
Kristen Richtarik Some people have tried on the unlimited and due to the length of the arms on the unlimited, the sunrider folds back further. You can still roll up the rear and gain a few inches of sunlight between the sunrider top and the sport bar, but not the same as the 2 door.
Great video
I don't know why I can't respond to you Mark, but from inside the Jeep you can't see the top when its flipped back and rolled up.
Love the top, getting mine soon. Just wondering though, how well do the air vent mirrors work. Been sing these a lot lately and have heard mixed reviews.
+Phillip Moore They work alright. Not as good as full mirrors and they are convex so things are closer than they appear. I just turn my head around before changing lanes.
Where did you get the trunk shelf? What is it?
Good job!!!!
Hello from Spain, a lot of thanks for the video. One more answer. Can you tell me what is the black surface that you have in the Car boot?? (Maletero en español) Is like a security box ??? where can i see more info about this??? Thanks. David
+Drones Valencia It is called the Instatrunk and it is made by Mopar. I'm not sure if it is available but other companies make them as well. Tuffy is one brand.
thanks
I was going to ask the same thing. By the way, thanks a bunch on how you put the back window in when it is colder out. I just got my top and I was having a very hard time putting it in. Believe me you saved me a ton of bad words to say, lol thanks for your help!
Great input! How would you suggest storing the windows? I also have a 2 door and removed the back seat. I have been laying them as flat as possible (folding the corners up) underneath a tub mat and then just replacing the rear window into the lower channel and laying it in the back
RogueJK I just leave my windows at home most days. I have laid them flat in the back of the Jeep a few times for a day of wheeling and I haven't noticed any scratching or anything on the windows.
This is great, really clears things up. I have one question. Do the side and rear windows have a hard edge? On my factory soft top I like to roll the windows up so I can keep them with me. Would that be possible with this Trektop NX?
There is a hard piece of plastic that runs along the inside of the side windows towards the back. That's what gives it rigidity for the slant back shape. You can remove them but I never bother. I usually leave my windows at home.
Can one open the "sun rider" portion of the top and then remove only the rear window. I like cruising with the side windows left on, although it appears to be a very simple operation to remove them as well. I guess my question is whether you are forced to go either full top or bikini top. Thanks in advance!
Howard Camardelle Yes you can do that. I did it once but didn't really see the point in it. It's also difficult to put the rear window back in, in that scenario because the side windows are tucked into the rails so you can't use the trick I show at the end of the video to reconnect the side and back windows.
Espo78
Thanks Espo78. I appreciate the info!
Can JL roll back to front
So do you think this trick would work for the trektop pro for the JKU?
What is the cargo shelf you have? I can't find one like that anywhere.
Cole Heitz it’s the Mopar instatrunk... I’ve actually been trying to sell it for awhile and can’t find a buyer.
looking at this top for my 4 door jk. do you know if that last tip of rolling the back of the top up to the front would work for a 4dr also?
Can you store the windows and back while on the trail. Or do you have to leave the side and back windows off the Jeep 2 DR
very nice tips..however will it work or roll up for my 4 door if i want it completely open? Also can anyone give any tips as for which brand i should go with? NX,rampage,or offroad heroes? thanks
Lucas McCoy It does not work the same on the 4 door. You can roll it up but the rear seat is still partially covered by the top. Of your 3 choices the NX is the most popular. Rampage doesn't have a sunrider, and the ORH is custom made with a few month wait. I'm not a fan of all the separate panels they use.
I appreciate your reply back and info. Is there any brand of a fastback top like the nx that folds completely down and easily stored in a short amount of time like the soft top that comes stock?
Lucas McCoy The design of the fastback style eliminates all of the metal framework that the factory top has. This means that it won't fold completely back as quickly as the factory top. I can't speak for the 4 door, but in my video, when I have the sunrider back and the rear portion rolled up, I'm about 30 seconds from having the top completely removable. There are 2 straps around the sound bar to undo and you need to unhook the springs that connect to the bracket behind the door surrounds and the sunrider quick disconnects. After that, the top can come completely off. Putting it back on is more challenging, but still can be accomplished in 20 minutes or less.
Ok thank you very much. This has helped a lot.
Can this be done for a 2015 wrangler unlimited?
Can I do like this in JL?
can i go off-roading with this< and how fast can i drive like this ?
Thank you.
can you remove the bestop logo from the back window?
what are those metal guides below your windows? above the rear fender flares? for a cargo rack of some kind? if so can u give me more info on them? thanks for the help
josh hamilton they are part of the Bestop High Rock Overhead Rack. Unfortunately it is out of production which is too bad because it was a great rack for hauling my kayaks.
Thinking of getting a trektop NX for my 04 tj
Do we know if this trick works on tj trektop as well ?
It does not work the same way in the TJ. Sorry.
What are the rails for on the side of your Jeep? Thanks
They are for the Bestop Overhead Rack, which I believe is no longer made.
Will it work the same way on a 2DR JL?
Can you flip it back like that on the JK Unlimited?
+SkylerBMills wondering the same thing. have you gotten an answer yet?
+SkylerBMills The short answer is no. Due to the location of the sunrider arms on the JKU it falls back further over the rear passengers. you can roll up the rear under it still but the rear passenger area is still mostly covered up by the sunrider. When you flip it back you will see where it is.
In the rare chance you are still looking for one, check out Offroad Heroes: www.californiatops.com/fastback.html
Does anyone know if this works on the unlimited 4 door version.? Would love to see some pics of how this looks when attempted on a door! Really wanting to buy this top, but not really willing to give up the fully top less feel.
I agree. I am getting ready to buy a top for my 2009 Wrangler Sahara but want to be able to fold the top all the way to the back of the vehicle. Do you know if you can do this with the Trektop?
+Theo Geo the Trektop does not have a frame like the standard top as you can see in the video. It does not fold back all the way. However you can remove it easily. After rolling it up like I showed you in the video just undo 2 straps around the sound bar and unclip the sunrider bows and the whole thing comes right off. It sounds like you might be happier with a standard top though.
The 4 door is designed differently and does t work as well as a 2 door when rolling the rear portion forward. It works but it leaves most of the rear passenger area covered.
Does it work the same with a 4 door?
What are those rails above your rear tires for?
InvertChaos3 It's the Bestop Highrock Overhead Rack. There are bars that attach to it that go over the Jeep so I can haul my kayak. It works pretty well and it's a lot cheaper than a full time roof rack would be.
Espo78 thanks for this info.
Is your top he black diamond or the new twill?
It's Black diamond. Glad I could help you make a decision! You'll love it.
Hi, what's the model number of this softtop? Is it 56852-35??
Thanks
Yes I think that is it. Thanks for watching!
@@Espo78 hi,
I'm installing the softop trekto NX item number 56852. I have a rear bow assembly, with this one, it's not possible to do what you showed in your video!! Where is the rear bow assembly in your video please?
Again my part number is Trektop NX 56852.
Thanks
@@canadianmaple5053 sorry I’m not sure. The only bow mine had went over the driver seats.
Anyone have this top for the 4 door? Is it a pain to completely remove? Also, when removed are you able to stow it inside the jeep easily? Really like the look of this top but if I can't take it completely off and be able to put it back on in case of bad weather I would rather go with the traditional style. I haven't seen any videos on TH-cam of people showing if this too can be removed and stowed.
What is the trunk covered called and where can I order one?
It is the Mopar Instatrunk. I am not sure if Mopar still makes this one but Bestop has a version as well.
Trektop Bikini top on my 2 door makes a lot of flapping noise. Is there any way to stop that?
Frank Marquez buy some heavy galvanized rod at the hardware store and replace the aluminum piece at the back. That worked for me.
where did you get a cover for rear storage?
James Carr Craigslist. Bestop still makes it though check your favorite jeep vender.
awsume video! I Jut picked up a 2007 Rubicon 2 door. It needs a new top. among other things. I have I believe to be factory 1/2 doors. I've heard some say this Trektop NX will & wont work? does anybody know it this top will work for me?
Hey Dan the top will work with factory half doors no problem. It includes new door surrounds just like a factory top. Hope that helps!
you're the man
Hey all, just installed on my TJ. Is it just me, or do the quick release pins sit back a lot further away from the header on the TJ? When I flip my sunrider back, the top reaches almost to the back of the rear rollbars. Whereas in this video with a JK, the header only comes back the the sound bar.
Anyone else familiar with what I'm talking about? Thanks!
You are correct. Different designs for the different models.
Espo78 thanks! Are there any methods you know of to replicate this on the TJ? The "leave top on" but have it "gone" method?
How much do this bestop go for? Do you know if the other frameless tops like rampage and smittybuilt can go full top less like the bestop?
Unfortunately I have no experience with tops other than the factory top and the Trektop so I can't answer your question.
Just finished watching the trektop pro installation on bestop's page. It makes me suspect we can't quite use his "topless" trick. There is now a retainer clip on the portion of the top that is above the windows. However, it's not hard plastic so it may not be a total loss.
Tony Love From what I've seen of the Trektop PRO there are lot of pieces to it, and it's not really meant to be a "top down" kind of top. Maybe there are tricks to it that will be figured out once more people own it but it just seems overly complicated to me. My NX fits all my needs perfectly.
Does anyone know if this works the same for the unlimited 4 door version?
Weight reduction for the win. No back seats :P
Anybody know what kind of cargo box this guy has?
Hi, it's the Mopar Instatrunk. It's made of plastic and I'm pretty sure they do not make it anymore. However Bestop still makes a version of it, that I believe is made of metal. Hope that helps!
How do attach the two center straps inside the 2 holes in sound bar
First allow a little slack on both straps before attempting to attach the clips to the sound bar. Second, grasp the clip between your thumb & index finger & place it vertically inside the hole. Slide the clip on the edge of the metal round hole in a horizontal position (palms up) until the the metal round edge of the hole is snug inside the clip. These center clips will not "snap" into place. They only stay snug around the hole. Take the slack out of the straps after the clips are installed. Hope this helps somewhat.
Scott D Thanks
It looks great but dont forget to mention you STILL have the bow bar above your head. .....AND you put the window panels on the ground OUT of your Jeep so you're screwd if it rains. They dont roll up due to the hard plastic inside them so stashing inside JEEP may be non existent. These points are what sold me on the OEM soft top. The Bows are not just for extra storage people. There's reasons JEEP sells the style they do. Fastbacks look good but are not too practical for New England or places where the weather changes pretty sudden. ....and I'm constantly checking weather on my phone btw.
....your milage may vary.
I run a spiderwebshade under the trek top so I never really notice the bar at all. If it does bother you it takes about 10 seconds to pop it out. I also have a duster cover that I usually run when the windows are out. I rarely bring the windows with me but they would stow nicely under the duster if I wanted to bring them. I never rolled up my factory windows either, fwiw.
You can actually roll up the trek top windows pretty easily. The back is simple of course, but with the sides, you can take out the hard plastic and then roll up with ease. It helps to mark the plastic so you don't forget which way they go. Easy to stow if you have a JK under the rear seat. Have to get a little more creative with TJ/LJ. There's a video here on the Tube showing how it's done.
Great video
What are the black bars below the windows?
They are part of the Bestop Highrock Overhead Rack, which is no longer made. It's a great rack system that is easily removable. I used it to haul my kayaks and it was perfect because I could remove the top bars and still get my Jeep in the garage.
anybody know if these Techniques will work on a tj with the same top??
notaness no due to the placement of the hinge on the TJ it doesn’t work the same.
@@Espo78 I really appreciate your reply, thanks...