Bestop Supertop 2 review and install - Removable truck bed topper
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ส.ค. 2024
- We started getting our truck setup for offroad fun by installing a Bestop Supertop 2 . Now we can camp and sleep in the bed of our truck and still open it up to load big items like out motorcycles and quads.
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My Daughter and I installed on her 16 Colorado Z71 LB. We really like how the sides and back window can be removed and the Dogs can be tied in easily. Lots of fresh air and the Top is supper solid going down the freeway fully open.
Thanks for the in-depth walkthrough. I was installing mine on my 2022 RST last night and idk if I'm an idiot or the instructions are subpar, but I had a helluva time and just went to bed annoyed, namely at the portion of install where you are installing the canopy skeleton and have to connect those 2 rails to the pins. The instructions made it seem too easy, but of course I hit a snag and it made the rest of the install a nightmare. After watching this, I feel more confident that I can knock this thing out after work just in time to travel this weekend with the family and pups.
Best of luck! The first time to put the topper on it’s pretty tight, leaving it overnight unfolded will probably help you.
@@DoItYourselfDad Yeah, not sure what the deal was but even after figuring out some things I was doing wrong, the topper just wasn't working on my truck. Sending it back and will eventually look at getting a fiberglass topper installed.
@@saviorxself20fiberglass is what's up! This topper is terrible and they pay TH-camrs to do positive reviews! It leaks something terrible, the plastic cracks, the Velcro separates! You dodged a bullet my friend
Great review!! I’m debating between this and the softopper. But I like that you mentioned these guys are the oem providers for Jeep
Softtopper is made by bestop
Awesome, good to know in the future if I buy a truck. Well done sir, plenty of knowledge.
Very versatile product. Thanks for the info.
I'd actually rather have that 1 than a soft topper but it only comes in black which kind of sucks so I think I'll get the tan softtopper
Great video demonstration and explanation. This hood is pretty handy for the 'civilian.' : )
I was hoping you would talk more about the tailgate bar and if it creates a good seal with the top of the tailgate.
I’m actually really pleased with the seal. It has a gasket that runs along the top of the tailgate that seals off the window to the tailgate. It actually seals off better than my last cover which was a fiberglass shell on my last truck.
Fabulous video!!! The engineering on this product is pretty amazing the way it all fits together so well. I have the Colorado short box. Only problem was Step 1, lol, the allen screw threads were not cut right and would not thread in, ugh!! I had to retap the holes and re thread the screws, 1/4 - 20 if anyone else needs to. After that I finished the project alone following included directions carefully and was reassured with your video. Now I'm going to try your brake light trick!! Again awesome video!!! Thank you so much :)
Looks like I spoke too soon, again. I accidentally drilled into the zipper on the rear window while mounting the light. Very stupid move on my part. I may have to replace that rear window if I really want to remove the cap :( Additionally when you splice the wires into the brake light as suggested in the video the light will also operate and blink when you operate turn signal which I did not want. So I had to wire it as suggested in the instructions, under the rear driver side door sill. That required a lot fishing with the wire and I ended up drilling one hole in the base of the sill to send the wire through. The splicing clips do work but you really have to clamp them down tight tight. Good luck to all and I hope my mistakes can be of assistance to you :)
Thank you for the clear install video. it was very helpful.
Hi, I just got one for my canyon and the third break light is the only thing I have left. The instructions have it running to the front or under the rear passenger door but your route seems much easier! I have. I have no real electrical experience so for give my ignorance, but wiring directly to the tail light as you did, would the third light not flash when you have your left turn signal on?
Didnt the internet lose its mind again for not using shrink tubing on the brake light wires. Did your topper come with side windows or is that just the #2
It would be cool to see how to install hidden off road lights. Like ones behind the grill or something
I’m wiring some up soon! Stay tuned!
@@DoItYourselfDad oh nice!
Question re: brakelight wiring. What happens when you fold the cover forward, or remove it?
There's a disconnect in the wire.
@@DoItYourselfDad can you do a short video to show the disconnect and folding. I’m a wayyyyyy lesser mechanical person. (Barely use a screw driver ). Seriously!
I am very impressed by its versatility, BUT the only thing I see missing is the ability to drop it down so it’s more of a soft bed cover for visibility & aerodynamic.
Do you make one that will also drop down to be a bed cover as well as pop up to be the soft fold up camper shell?
Was the extra long wire so it could be enough to fold the canopy back?
Awesome video and great tutorial!!! Thanks
Thank you! What kind of truck are you looking at getting a topper for?
DoItYourselfDad don’t have a truck yet, I was researching on camper truck set up and came across your channel
@@gentot Good luck with your build/research!
great video I am stuck between bestop v2 and softop ugh?
Both are good tops. I went with the bestop for the 3rd brake light and the better sealing top. We off-road in the dessert so dust is a issue as we sleep back there.
Correct, Bestop bought Softtopper about a year ago.
Any ideas on how well this works with a fifth wheel? Thanks! Great video. I was wondering what it looks like folded.
I havn't tried it, but it does fold completely away from the rear of the bed so I would imagine it would clear, even in tight turns.
I would like to know that this kind of bed topper can use with Toyota Hilux Revo V-Edition 2022
This video was super helpful. Thank you for posting it. I even ran my brake like you and soldered it into the tail light. One question though, I noticed you didn’t show how to snap in the front panel. I’m finding that one is nearly impossible to close up. Is there a trick to it that you know?
It's not the easiest for sure, the first time I did it I put the front long piece in place and didn't secure the corners until it was all secure. After a few days it stretches a bit and gets easier.
If you are still having issues, the front bar comes off just like the tailgate bar, one you remove it (it should be all the way out side of the truck box) you are supposed to slide the snap part into one end of the channel in the bar, and then slide the snap part all the way down the channel as you push the bar to the other side of your truck box. Once that’s done you just slide the bar back on the rails (like you would do to reinstall the back tailgate bar). That step was shown on page 15 on the manual for some minimal visual instructions. Hope this helps!
Hello great video. One question why do they not make this for the F-250?
No idea, I don’t work for besttop, just on one other toppers. Have you tried soft topper?
Nice video!
Can you open just the tailgate and close it without openigng anything else, with the bestop installed?
Yes, you can. Also, The window is zippered separately from the rest of the top. You can also drive with the sides rolled up and the top removed.
I like it. But no locks...
How does it hold up after 2 years of Phoenix Arizona? What will it look like exactly?
I've now had mine 4 years in Southern California, not quite as hot as Phoenix, but hot. I treat it with the convertible topper stuff from Chemical guys and the top still looks good. I have had some splitting around the corners at the back that needed to be mended.
Can you give the link for where you bought the silver mount clamp for the frame? I’m having trouble with the ones that came included.
Thanks
Not sure which class are talking about? I’m using the one that came with it.
Thanks for the video. Quick question - does the front (bulk head) rail seals pretty well? The front bed in Colorado is lower than the two sides, so just wondering if there is a gap between the front rail and the top of the bulkhead.
The front rail has a thick flexible rubber seal that runs across it. I was worried about the same thing but it seals pretty well, even with the change in height. There are a lot of gaps around the tail gate (on the truck, not the topper). Since I’m in the desert a lot and worries about dust and sand I’m thinking about a gadget kit for the tail gate.
DoItYourselfDad Thanks for that. For tailgate, I used this and have been great.
tailgateseal.com/GMCCanyon.html. This is ESI tailgate seal.
When you wired the brake light, how does the the chmsl not blink when the turn signal is on? When I turn on my turn signal, all the lights in the tail lamp flash.
I have 2 very big dogs and will be traveling 6+ hours some trips... How is the ride with dogs in it (no cages)?
The only thing Id be worried about the heat back there, but you could leave the zippers cracked.
@@DoItYourselfDad yeah we were thinking of some portable AC system regardless of what topper we get. Problem is all of them seem to be junk
@@star-warsien icy breeze
Great Video for a prospective buyer- thank you! Just one question: How do you maneuver the the 3rd brake light wiring to allow for the topper to be collapsed and removed?
There’s a small connector that you do connect on the left side of the bed. I tucked the wire up under the bed rail.
@@DoItYourselfDad Awesome thanks again!
One question, when you roll the top up what happens to the rear break light harness?
There is a connector you unhook. I tuck the wire up under the bed rail when not in use.
There is a connector you unhook. I tuck the wire up under the bed rail when not in use.
Thanks for the video, I installed mine and the side windows seem really loose. I noticed there are holes in the bow system that seems like it would tighten it up. Also, it doesn’t appear if the rail is assembled right, the rear bar will not come off without unscrewing the acorn nut. How did you take it off?
Do you have to have the plastic railing on the bed itself or can it adhere to bare metal?
It can adhere to bare metal, it just needs a flat surface.
How much slack did you have to provide/leave in the wiring for when you fold the top down?
You don’t have to provide any slack, there is a connector that you can disconnect when you fold it down
Great video. Question for you. I too run this same top. I'd like to run it without the windows but I'm afraid the rear canvas pillars will catch too much wind causing them to wear and maybe unstitch. You have any experience with this?
I’ve run mine with the sides off and the rear window out at highway speed. The vertical pieces to flutter a small amount but not enough to be concerning or cause any issues.
Curious about this as well. Those ends with the snaps that don’t seem to have another place to attach to look like they would flap like crazy while driving over 40 mph.
Does it keep the rain out?
It does a pretty good job of it, now and then I’ll get a little bit of water inside, but hardly any.
@doityourselfdad can you open the rear without removing the window from the crossbar and just unzipping the sides?
Unfortunately no
So you can’t leave the rear bar connected to the flap? That’s stupid.
Im in cali that light seems like a hassle is it really illegal to drive without it?
I believe you are supposed to have it hooked up, I can't say if you'll get a ticket though.
Can you close the rear from the inside of the bed for camping/sleeping?
Unfortunately no, you can zip the sides down but you can’t fasten the bottom edge.
@@DoItYourselfDad Doesn’t look they have one for a Tundra anyway. Thx
Just a few days ago I went to toys for trucks to possibly order one through them. The guy behind the counter said he doesn’t recommend getting this product. I guess his tech has had tons of issues with this topper during install and said they are just flimsy/not too sturdy. I’ve been looking forward to getting this and he made me think twice. Now I’m searching more reviews. What are your thoughts on what was said by toys for trucks?
I've had it on for over a year now and still love it. It's not as sturdy as a hardtop, but if you're looking for something that can be easily taken on and off this is a good way to go.
I'm liking this top, however how do you think it holds up in a car wash with air dryers ... I'm in Canada, and wash regularly in the winter. Have you attempted this?
I haven’t gone through a car wash with it, but I really don’t think the dryers would be any issue, this thing has been outside and 100 mile an hour winds in the desert without a problem.
I just started the video but can we mount bikes or a connue on the top for support.??
No, this top isn’t strong enough to support cargo.
@@DoItYourselfDad should a get a cab roof rack and then thatll be enough for a bike and boat.
Is that a CLEAT sticker on the back window ?, Good video
Yeah just pray you don't have to fold one up in the winter time. They like to break and crack the windows. Now if desktop would actually tell you more information on their website about the differences between the models that would be great. What if you want this one that has the third brake light in it but you want windows and screens. There's no option for that there's no information about whether or not it's going to come with them or if you can order them or anything else. You basically just have to guess your way through there website.
Now I'm on a side note, Best Stop & Shop or basically the same thing. And basically owned by the same parent company. Why one comes with removable windows and the other does not does not really make much sense to me. I guess it's a great way to Corner the market and eliminate any other competition?
Is it possible to run this without the rear tailgate bar? Or would the back window flop around too much in the wind? Thanks
It flaps around a little bit, but with the sides zipped down it’s minimal.
Thanks appreciate it!
Where do I get the break light? Mines didn’t come with one
I'd contact Bestop, mine came with one.
Nice topper, how does it handle rain? Thanks for the information!
I havnt had it our on the rain yet but we have had to blast dirt and mud off with with a pressure washer. No water got in around the topper, though I now know where I need to seal things up around the tail gate!
its been a few months would you recommend it still? Have you transported dogs? that's the main reason I need one. Is there much wind noise? good review just missing these questions. Thanks
Still like it. I don’t have dogs that ride in the back, but I haven’t noticed any difference in wind noise in the cab, of that helps.
How is wind noise in the cab? Noticeable or not?
Do you think this would work for a 1999 ford ranger
Yes, if you go to their website they make these for pretty much any truck.
@@DoItYourselfDad thanks man
Anyone know if the dog window for the soft topper will work with this?
Not sure, but they are both owned by the same parent company. Shoot them an email, their customer service has been excellent.
@@DoItYourselfDad good idea. Thanks
Does the third brake light flash when you have your left turn signal on?
No
Did your truck bed have the utility track system?
No, it didn’t.
Where did you order it? I can’t find it with the brake light
I ordered it directly from Bestop.
How a were you able to collapse the topper with such a short piece of brake light wire?
It has a connector.
It has a connector.
Those couplings are impossible to get to fit 😢
You totally skipped over installing the front lip and thats the only part I'm struggling with
Didn't superttop or bestop buy the other company?
Anyone with a Tacoma have one? I have a frontier, are the two interchangeable?
Bestop bought Softtoper.
@@DoItYourselfDad but not Softopper which I think is way better.
@@monolithknives931 Same company now.
Can it be used with a bed liner?
It works with my spray in, with a molded liner as long as you can still get to the underside of the bed rails to clamp the topper rails town it should fit.
Thanks. Got 1 on order
@@phynixkates256 You're going to love it, I setup and collaps mine more often that I thought I would.
Man I have never dealt with something so aggravating. What side is left? What side is right? Got it backwards to start with. 6 hours later it looks great. If you notice your views went up like 1,000 lol. Had to watch over and over. Thanks for everything!
@doityourselfdad You are adamant about getting pulled over without the CHMSL. Does that mean you have gotten pulled over for not having it before or do you at least know someone who has in California (I am not talking about having a broken light, but am talking about not having one at all)? I am asking because I plan on getting a Fas-Top that does not come with the CHMSL, but when I called the DMV they told me it is not a CA law to have one. I am aware about it being a Federal DOT regulation, but CA law enforcement is instructed based on CA laws, so I would doubt anyone would pull you over without some other reason. Again, it sounds like you have had experience and if so I am interested to hear it in order to help me make a more informed decision about adding one.
Yup, was pulled over for not having one on my last truck. Wasn’t issued a citation, but it gave him cause to stop me.
I would NOT recommend a Bestop. I always had problems with my Jeep tops. For some reason I decided to try one of these on my Tacoma. It was HORRIBLE! It ended up breaking during install and I had to send it back. I’m afraid I’m out the $700!!
The quality has suffered in the past 2 years... I installed one on a toyota tacoma... And what a cheap piece of garbage it is... The thing is so flimsy and the frame is so cheap... The aluminum rails are cheap cheap... The quality is not there any more :(..... But your video was pretty good!!
Next one will be the soft topper. The Best Top has problems with rivets. They break over time so you will need to drill them out and replace with bolts. Bullshit quality, but they will replace the parts while under warranty.
Besttop bought soft topper a few months ago.
While the softopper is a better made product their customer service is horrible. Have had both the Bestop and 3 softoppers. Will never buy another softopper due to their customer service manager not standing behind their product. Bestop does own Softopper now, but the Softopper is made very differently. All aluminum construction and better bow system. Rivets on the Bestop do rust out and break but are easily replaced with bolts. They absolutely stand behind their products though. Can't say the same for Softopper anymore.
I want one for my tacoma but 750 bucks for a soft top kinda hurts my feelings lol
Still cheaper than a shell or a roof top tent!
Note much help but thanks anyway.
What info were you looking for?
CA requires a third brake light on soft toppers? It amazes me voters vote for petty stuff like this.
Almost every state does require them at this point, heck even Arizona and Texas do. The bigger question is, are you actually gunna get sited for it.
I purchased one for a 2006 silverado 6.5 bed. Doesn't fit. Horrible instructions and terrible customer service.
You couldnt figure it out
Bestop's are for Chevy's and others. Softoppers are for Taco's because they're built for adventure and rugged terrain. Sorry, but Bestop has got waaaaaay to many qc issues and people notice.
Bestop bought softoppers….
@@DoItYourselfDad I'm aware :) Wasn't entirely knocking Bestop, just sayin that I mostly see them on city trucks. Softoppers I usually see in the mountainsand, imo, the look, fit and finish stands out on a Taco. And the qc about Bestop's...that is a thing. Not for everyone though; sometimes they get it right.
When I looked at the softtopper it wasn’t as sealed off to the bed as the Bestop. It had overhangs for rain but wasn’t really sealed well to keep dust out. We off-road in the desert, so I went with the one that would do the best job keeping the dust out.