Cheap Jeep Soft Top! How To Install (Plus Review).

[@myrtlemorrison7574]

Just put one on my 94 Sahara.. Not bad at all for and old Jeep. Took me just under 3hrs aswell.. You sold me on this top from your video. Thanks.

[@DIYGene]

Myrtle Morrison , Mine is working really well I hope the video helped. Thanks for watching.

[@soggyfries4347]

Been using mine for about two years now on my TJ. I run with soft top w/ full doors year round cause I'm too cheap to buy a hardtop. Performs well fit is tight and snug. For $200, its exceeded all my expectations.

[@mike_burley]

Great job on showing/explaining the install from beginning to end with zero filler. Lets all take some time to recognize the real star of this video: the sweet Levi jacket at the end.

[@DIYGene]

Oh I do love my Levi jacket. It is just getting broken in. It’s only 15 years old. Oh and the soft top is holding up well too!🤪 Thanks so much for watching.

[@garycordle5295]

👍 I'm tackling this job next weekend when my Sierra top and upper windows come in, been searching for a video and 👍 this is the best video step by step I've seen.

[@DIYGene]

I’m glad it helped. If the weather is worm. Just set your top out in the sun for a little while and the installation will be a breeze. I have had that top now for 4 years and it’s holding up great. In fact tomorrow I will be taking it off for the summer.

[@oscarwinner2034]

If you have the existing OEM style top still - just install this new skin the same as the old one. The two hoops (mid jeep and rear) have a few snaps. Do them first. You can even do them while the top is down. Then put the top up as normal. Honestly the top skin replacement is just un-snapping off the old skin and re-snapping on the new. The door uppers take some effort to swap out. You'll get it!

[@DIYGene]

@@oscarwinner2034 I agree. the doors uppers are the toughest part, but they are not bad. I usually unzip the window first.

[@oscarwinner2034]

Do the door uppers inside your house. Do it on the carpet and use your body to help push the frame and all. Plus in your house is typically warmer.

[@raulortiz1757]

Thank you, I think I made up my mind between the Sierra off-road top and the rampage.

[@pjs9346]

Just bought a1989 YJ. For a inexpensive top look very very good.

[@DIYGene]

I am on the second year and second season with this top and it is holding up really well. Thanks for watching.

[@autoensenanza]

I was able to install this in 24 degree weather but I had to get it done to prevent any more water from coming in since the jeep has to stay outside. I was able to get the doors done inside the house but it's a massive pain to get it done.

[@DIYGene]

The doors are the hardest part. I’m glad you got the top on in that cold air. Thanks for watching.

[@georgekrabs6948]

Nice work Gene you were so patient It would have taken me a weekend at least

[@DIYGene]

George Krabs , Thanks for watching.

[@franky6181]

Great looking YJ. When i saw you lay out that upper window skin i immediately laughed out loud, knowing how hard it is to fit that frame inside. By the way Quadratec has full fabric tops for $179 with free shipping from Whitco. Not sure about quality on it but it comes in all the colors.

[@DIYGene]

Wow, That’s a great deal. Thanks for sharing.

[@mikeblackley]

So 2 years later, is it still holding up?

[@DIYGene]

It is! It is doing great. In fact I will be taking it off soon and maybe I should do a video on a 2 year review. Thanks for watching.

[@michaelhughes3302]

Hi Gene, first time viewer. Awesome job sir, keep up the good work. Just a word of caution for some of your viewers, stay away from any online vendors offering similar pricing for newer four door Jeep's. I've seen some outfits offering these kits for as little as $369 w/4doors . They are simply not worth the time and effort. Michael in Toronto.

[@DIYGene]

Michael Hughes , It’s really tough to know any more. I was very happy with this one and really wanted to share it’s results. I have had the top off for summer so we will see how well it goes back on for a second season. Thanks so much for watching.

[@chrispfaffinger3816]

Good looking YJ!

[@DIYGene]

What? That old thing?🤪 Thanks for watching Chris.

[@luiszepeda475]

Great video! 👍👍

[@DIYGene]

Thank you. It’s a year old now and holding up great. Thanks for watching.

[@DerekGH]

Hi Gene, enjoyed the video and your honest struggles and comments. What existing frame do you have installed under that soft top?

[@DIYGene]

I think it is the original factory frame. That what I ordered the top for and it fit fine. Thanks so much for watching.

[@marioroche2841]

Super nice video, thanks a lot you really saved my a bunch of money! One question, do I need the original frame for the back of the car? For the rear seats I mean. Greeting from Mexico

[@DIYGene]

The top doesn’t come with any frame and is made to go over the existing frame. Hopefully you still have that. I do know you can order frame parts if needed. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

[@joseolea8449]

Great video

[@DIYGene]

Thanks! It’s done well all winter and I’m about ready to take it off for summer. Thanks for watching.

[@tomynoks]

I just bought a 93YJ it didn't come with door frames and it looks like the Sierra top doesn't come with them... It's 99% obvious...But I'm asking for clarification anyway.. This cover doesn't come with frames, correct?

[@DIYGene]

Tom Smith, Correct. I used the old original frames and put new skins on them.

[@suminlim3418]

Hi Gene. Thanks for the great video!!👍🏻 One question please for my friend. He purchased the soft top of Sierra but no frame he said. Do you know which frame he needs to buy? Does Rugged Ridge frame kit fit for it?

[@DIYGene]

I’m not sure. The top I ordered was a replacement to go over the existing factory frame. I know if you have to buy a new frame you will want to make sure it matches the door panels. Some have a rounded top corner for a full door. Sorry I couldn’t me more help.

[@suminlim3418]

@@DIYGene Understood. Thank for your trying!! Stay safe and well :-))

[@beyforghani7962]

Hi Gene: Thank s for the clip. How do you remove the half door frames out first to replace the cover with new ones? thanks.

[@DIYGene]

Popping them off the door was pretty easy, you just have to slide the bottom material of the track and then the metal posts come right out. Taking the old skin off the door was also pretty easy. I unzipped the window and pulled the Velcro away. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

[@flaviusrotarita6666]

Wow nice video

[@DIYGene]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@flaviusrotarita6666]

@@DIYGene thank you for making awesome videos

[@DIYGene]

Thanks for watching them!

[@taylorberry656]

Do I have to have the frame hardware for a soft top?

[@DIYGene]

I used the existing frame hardware. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

[@bruwy7370]

Mine was 150 from eBay it was not one there were 1500 sold units

[@johnridenour2220]

I'm having a hard time figuring out how to I shall it on the back door. Everythings tight but their is a gap from the bottom on the soft top to my rear hatch

[@DIYGene]

That odd. Can you lock it down on the back before you push up the back rods. I may not be making sense but I want to help if I can.

[@jorgegomez9678]

I'm having the same issue. How did you fix it?

[@Youtubecensoredmyusername]

200 dollar top on the yj. Been there done that. Didn’t last two years. The stitching promptly fell apart. Then it was all over. 😒

[@DIYGene]

I have had this for about a year. So far so good. But if it fall apart, I will definitely do a video on that too. Thanks for watching.

[@DavidArceFilms]

How is the soft top holding up?

[@DIYGene]

It’s doing well. I have it off right now. But I have been very pleased with it.

[@mikelormazabaldearanzabal9791]

Where did you bought that top?

[@DIYGene]

I got it from Amazon, you can find the link in the description below the video. Thanks for watching.

[@JeepTJWheelin]

Just installed this 3 days ago, and it rained today, from the inside of the Jeep looking up at the entire perimeter, all four corners water stains reaching out forming this giant square connecting wet spot. What the heck kind of top is this that would not be able to handle rain???? This is obviously very shoddy material. I've never heard of any brand new soft top having such an issue. And the wind noise is unreal, this top is absolute garbage!

[@DIYGene]

Wow, sorry you had such a problem. I have had my top for 4 years and it is doing great.

[@georgeneilson6070]

Came out good, thanks poor video

[@DIYGene]

+George Neilson , Thanks for watching.