SHE'S TAKEN HER TOP OFF

[muddridder]

That is the top off my Bronco...sorry to get you guys all excited!!I am the second owner of my Bronco.The top has never been off. Are there any tips I should know about?? Any do's or don'ts ?? /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[POTTER]

I am wondering the same thing...I am a new owner of a 96 Bronco and want to take the top off but not sure what I should be concerned with and if anyone has any tips..I will be keeping an eye on this thread....

POTTER

 

[green streak]

tip #1. put the top on level ground if it's gonna stay off for a while. if you sit it on an uneven surface it will warp rather easily and be a beyatch to put back on

tip #2. leave about half of the bolts that run down the side out. this will make it easier to install and take off next time.

tip #3. once you take it off, you won't want to put it back on the rest of the summer......so buy a cheap tarp and cover it at night time. the dew will take it's toll on upholstery and leave you with the mildew smell that carries on into winter time.

 

[BroncoJoe19]

tip #1. put the top on level ground if it's gonna stay off for a while. if you sit it on an uneven surface it will warp rather easily and be a beyatch to put back on
tip #2. leave about have of the bolts that run down the side out. this will make it easier to install and take off next time.

tip #3. once you take it off, you won't want to put it back on the rest of the summer......so buy a cheap tarp and cover it at night time. the dew will take it's toll on upholstery and leave you with the mildew smell that carries on into winter time.

tip #4. When you take off the moulding you will see that there are little clips that the moulding is screwed into. The clips are different for the left and right sides, also the holes that are drilled into them for the moulding screws may be in slightly different locations, therefore for ease of reinstallation, it would be best to mark or otherwise label them so that you can put them back in the same places that they came from.

 

[muddridder]

tip #1. put the top on level ground if it's gonna stay off for a while. if you sit it on an uneven surface it will warp rather easily and be a beyatch to put back on
tip #2. leave about have of the bolts that run down the side out. this will make it easier to install and take off next time.

tip #3. once you take it off, you won't want to put it back on the rest of the summer......so buy a cheap tarp and cover it at night time. the dew will take it's toll on upholstery and leave you with the mildew smell that carries on into winter time.

Thanx for the tips....I wanted to take it off today but it started to rain this morning.I'm gonna order one of those black leather covers today for once the top is off.. B)

 

[BroncoJoe19]

Thanx for the tips....I wanted to take it off today but it started to rain this morning.I'm gonna order one of those black leather covers today for once the top is off.. B)

What black leather covers?

That sounds interesting.

 

[muddridder]

What black leather covers?That sounds interesting.

It comes in two types-velcro or snap on .....It covers the back,it is form fitted and it has a plastic window in it B)

 

[POTTER]

great tips..I plan on taking mine off here shortly...in reality, how long does it take to put it back on after it comes off...

I plan on labeling all the parts as they come off so hopefully that makes the re-install a breeze...

also, if there is going to be a string of nice days, instead of taking the top on and off every day, do you guys just throw a big tarp or blanket over the interior to cover it over night?? My Bronco sits outside and I don't want to ruin the interior, but I don't want to hassle with the top every night if I don't ahve to....thanks...

POTTER

 

[zach351]

muddrider im somewhat interested in those black leather covers... have a link that i can follow to get one?

 

[crazyhorse85]

NOT LONG WITH AN EXTRA SET OT HANDS...JUST WHEN YOU SET IT BACK ON AND ADJUST IT WATCH YOUR FOLD-OVER CLIPS...THEY'LL SLIDE OFF AND DROP INTO THE QTR.PANEL....AND WHILE YOU HAVE THE TOP OFF ARMOR-ALL THE WEATHERSTRIPS THAT'LL HELP KEEP THEM SOFT...ONCE YOU GO ******* YOU WONT WANT TO PUT IT BACK ON...MINE COMES OFF ABOUT THIS TIME EVERY SUMMER AND THE KIDS HAVE A BALL SITTING IN THE BACK SEAT.... B)

 

[muddridder]

NOT LONG WITH AN EXTRA SET OT HANDS...JUST WHEN YOU SET IT BACK ON AND ADJUST IT WATCH YOUR FOLD-OVER CLIPS...THEY'LL SLIDE OFF AND DROP INTO THE QTR.PANEL....AND WHILE YOU HAVE THE TOP OFF ARMOR-ALL THE WEATHERSTRIPS THAT'LL HELP KEEP THEM SOFT...ONCE YOU GO ******* YOU WONT WANT TO PUT IT BACK ON...MINE COMES OFF ABOUT THIS TIME EVERY SUMMER AND THE KIDS HAVE A BALL SITTING IN THE BACK SEAT.... B)

Thanx for the info....Should I put the weather stripping in a bag after i armor-all it??

 

[crazyhorse85]

No need just keep it wipped down every so often...the silicone in it will repel the moisture and help keep it soft...the weatherstrip on the front of the top is glued on or has adhesive backing... you don't want to mess with that one... B)

 

[romad]

this is where i am ordering my soft top from

http://www.skylercorp.com/

here is a different style

http://www.soft-tops.com/fordbronco.html

 

[crazyhorse85]

Pretty cool top...i've been looking at the ones that jbg carry...it's just like the hard top style except in soft style and folds down...There are more options then there use to be..... >-

 

[muddridder]

Pretty cool top...i've been looking at the ones that jbg carry...it's just like the hard top style except in soft style and folds down...There are more options then there use to be..... >-

I can't wait to take it off...We have had alot of rain in my part of Jersey lately <_<

 

[Mike G]

Romad I would love to see some pictures of the installation of the new top and how you thought the install went.

Might have to get one myself

Thanks

 

[romad]

i will post them when i get them, there are a few other things i have to do first but will post them when i do, also broncojoe brought to my attention skyler is selling out so i have to contact them to see where to buy after they sell

 

[jakeman52300]

Pretty cool top...i've been looking at the ones that jbg carry...it's just like the hard top style except in soft style and folds down...There are more options then there use to be..... >-

I'm not familiar with "jbg" do you have a link?

 

[desert4wheeling]

JBG: http://broncograveyard.com/index.php Great place for all things Bronco - I've bought many parts/accessories there.