install harfdtop?

[wakenh2o]

Installining hardtop 0n 89 YJ, never had one on before. Do I need to take off the channel brackets on the windsheild, and also around the top of the rear tub, where the hardtop rests? Thanks

[TanYJ]

Yes.  Remove all the old soft top metal, including the rails that go up the windshield frame.

[OldYJ]

if it has never had one you might have to mess with the windshield angel a bit also

[wakenh2o]

Thanks, Next question, "Get rid of my soft top? I've also have a safari top, figure the hardtop to be a Sep to May deal. Use the safari top in summer, w/ a trail cover at night. just don't want to regret getting rid of the soft top.

[TanYJ]

Only if you like monkeying with that hard top all the way until the weather clears.  I had Oldyj's old hard top for a single season, and liked it until the weather was nice in dec., jan, feb, etc. and I saw all the other Heepers running around with their tops dropped & doors off. Sold it right after that.  Unless you drive a ton of miles to work on the highway, most likely you'll hate the hard top in a season or 2.  Hold on to the soft top as a back up plan, unless you need cash for other upgrades.....or rent.....or groceries....I'm sure you get the picture.

[wakenh2o]

see the logic, storing it. Thanks

[OldYJ]

see the logic, storing it. Thanks

good call

[Bradman]

Make sure to clean it real good, and make sure it is stored in a cool, DRY clean area.  Soft tops WILL rot.