Ford Bronco Soft Top Coming Apart? | 1 Year Follow-Up Review | How to Care for the Soft Top

[@emilyjohnson7718]

Krista, thanks for the cleaning tips! And as a Midwest girl too, I can attest, the top holds up in snow! August will be a year for me and my girl doesn't go in a garage (yet ... middle of the teardown and build!). So my soft has seen torrential rain and three 12+ inch snow storms this past winter. Granted, I did go out every few hours to get the heavy accumulated snow off when I could, but NO leaks, it's still black in color and I am just now *possibly* seeing that sticky panel come undone after a year. So, yes, pretty pleased myself! Keep up the great videos Bronco Girl!!!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thanks for the feedback, I am so happy to hear it has been holding up. Keep enjoying it ☺️

[@garylengel6669]

I hate this dripping inside about the softop. Asked the dealer he they said it’s a bad design. So is there any way around it? Ford should pay for a trek top. Only got the soft because I got the bronco earlier. My wrangler was way better!!!

[@Gdavis135]

Huge tip on cleaning the soft top! I’m happy with my soft top. I did order a hard top from Advanced Fiberglass Concepts. It’s supposed to come in sometime in October.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Nice! Let me know your thoughts once you receive it.

[@chrisrob722]

What is the cheaper than ordering from the dealership? How much was it if you don’t mind me asking? I just got a soft top myself.

[@Gdavis135]

@@chrisrob722 It will be a little over $7,000 including shipping from California to Florida. It is now not expected to ship until December. I have heard ordering a hardtop with all the parts through the dealer is north of $11,000.

[@chrisrob722]

@@Gdavis135 When I bought my bronco last night they told me it was only 3k from Ford.

[@gorlynmortenson7969]

Good catch Asher!!! You deserve a raise for your allowance

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

He sure does!

[@jeffdunfee6164]

I could watch that garage crash 1000 times and i would still cringe each time. That sound 😮. Good review of the soft top. You have put it thru the test in many ways and it's still looking good. Thanks and fyi... I'm now at 604 days and counting. Thanks again

[@bobuncle8704]

Nice 1 year review and cleaning tips.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thank you!

[@cyaw11]

I'm glad I'm not the only.one who has hit the top on my garage door frame. I have done it twice in my 21 Black Diamond with SAS pkg but backing in and that's a hard stop. Yet no damage to my top at all but damage to the house! Lol

[@clayheslep179]

Don’t feel bad, I did the same thing with my wife’s Badlands and the garage door the first day we got it.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Oh no!!

[@cfield9024]

Loving the soft top as well and 99.9% in position 1. Can completely confirm the FL sun is brutal and my soft top is showing some early signs of peeling (after only 5 months) so keeps me in the garage and seeking out shady parking. Since she’s garage kept, I can’t help but recall your mishaps nearly every time I pull into the garage. Great job by Asher keeping those incidents down to one hand ;) I almost backed in once with it in position 1…almost and thought, yup, that was way easier to do than I thought, especially when fun gets in the way!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I’m glad you have learned from my mistake 😏

[@mmmhowbowfoqyew]

What kind of peeling? South florida here so i want to keep an eye out for any sun damage over time.

[@mattpainter3318]

Good video! Have been searching for how to clean soft top!! Thanks!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

You’re welcome!

[@brennenfernandez8659]

Love your videos 🤙. Keep up the awesome work

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thank you!

[@mrclean5953]

I'm happy I ordered a besttop

[@JustaRider808]

Awesome video. I'm actually trying to decide between a soft top badlands with packages I want or a pretty much base wildtrak with a hardtop. This video answer a lot of my soft top questions.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I’m team soft top all the way!

[@panzer948]

Just now watching this. Good advice on cleaning. I have seen yours dirty so I know if anyone knows how to clean it, its you ;) Glad your top is doing well. I haven't had any trouble with mine either. Congrats on the magazine article. I need to check that out!

[@KIILew]

Love your videos! Thank you for sharing your insights! Earlier this year, I took delivery of a new 2021 Bronco Badlands 4-door with the soft top. And I have to say that I love the vehicle...including the soft top aspect! Of course, thirty some years ago, I bought a '90 Mustang 5.0 LX convertible (which I still have stashed away) so I am familiar with the soft top thing! That said, my Bronco is much more refined in terms of body rigidity, top structure rattling and wind noise than my Mustang. I did have a problem with the top to start with. One morning soon after purchase, I found a starling flying around the interior (!) leaving the attendant mess! Glad I have the vinyl interior without carpet! I discovered that a rivet securing the forward tension cable on the driver's side had failed, leaving it easy to breach the top seal into the vehicle. The dealer noted that the rivet was on backorder, so I found an appropriate nut and bolt to neatly fix it. In the repair effort, I lowered and raised the top, fully, many times...so at least I acquired plenty of experience in that procedure. Haven't had a problem since. Also, totally by chance, I happened to notice an open 2" x 1.5" hole machined into the firewall next to the brake master cylinder just a few days ago. Totally open between the engine compartment and the passenger compartment. Another potential critter entry point. Unbelievable! A little online search revealed others receiving new Broncos with this hole unplugged; apparently, the hole serves as the pass through for the clutch used in manual transmission models. I am now awaiting receipt of the appropriate plug from Ford. Actually, I think I might recall a peculiar rubber plug loose in the glovebox, which made no sense at the time. I can't remember where I put it; possibly I threw it away! Meanwhile, I stuffed the hole with a leather glove to keep things out. Oh well...still a great rig! Ken Lewis

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

You’ve been busy!! I’m glad that you’re enjoying it though!

[@Benonpool]

Glad you got microphones. My outer banks is on the way with a soft top. Hope I made the right decision. I live in Birmingham AL.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I think you’ll be happy with it!

[@RedDragonProtection]

The only thing I don't like about my soft top is the dripping with the window down more than 1/2". I work security and sit it it all night, and it sucks with the Florida rain, it'll drip for ever until the top is dry. Otherwise, I have no complaints about the soft top. We love ours.

[@Lethal_Venom]

I'm glad that when I have the panels off on my hardtop that I can still pull into the garage lol

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Hey now, let’s not get too braggy hahahaha

[@Lethal_Venom]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV 🤣🤣

[@IMrGoodbarI]

3M makes a spray adhesive that might work on the soft-top. Jeeps also have the issue with the channel of water coming in when opening the window.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I’ll check into it, thanks!

[@007Omega]

I have a 21 Big Bend, 2.3L, Auto, soft top. Living in Virginia with snow and ice; I found it best if any type of ice, freezing rain, sleet is going to be falling. To put a tarp over the windshield and at least the front part of the top and front windows. When the ice freezes at the belt line, the windows do not want to roll down. Since I do not have a garage. A tarp and 550 cord was an easy fix. I will probably get a bigger tarp next year to cover the front and back doors. We had 8-10 inches of snow on it a couple of times and some freezing rain a few times and it held up great. I am loving my soft top. I am 90% over the extra noise. And no problem with no Garage :)

[@evanimdorf5380]

Do you feel like your 2.3L auto has enough power, My wife has the 2.7L, I love it. But i am thinking about the 2.3L for my 2dr base sasquatch.

[@007Omega]

@@evanimdorf5380 Hi, I love my 2.3L. It has great throttle response and pulls great up the mountains here in Virginia. Sport mode holds the gears to a higher RPM and gives you a lot better lunch. I seldom use it - I use eco mode most of the time and I am averaging 19.5 in the winter and 20.2 to 20.7 here in the summer. Note: I run the OEM wheels and tires, so I am not pushing unnecessary extra weight. I also have 18,500 miles on my Big Bend and love it.

[@emilyjohnson7718]

I have the 2.3 as well and just pulled a 1,500 pound trailer with kayaks, bikes, luggage for 15 hours (one way) on a trip and it did really well. And my MPG was still 17-18 like normal. I'm currently at 13k miles.

[@007Omega]

@@emilyjohnson7718 Cool, I still need to install a hitch.

[@LVZ-DRT]

I, too, have the 2.3L - but with the manual. I love it. Plenty of torque for off roading and power for the freeway. And it sips gas while on the trail.

[@jessdunn05]

Saved video Thanks

[@nancydenner3320]

You need an 8’ garage door. No issues with 1/2 back top.

[@nancydenner3320]

With an 8’ door you can drive right in with the top 1/2 back even with a 3” lift.

[@crazynova23]

I’m lucky that I can drive in and out of the garage with the top 1/2 back and even open and close it inside the garage.

[@jerryebner7582]

How would the soft top do in south texas where its dry and hot ?

[@SpaceTech54]

Great Video - Thanks

[@chrissy7845]

I have a 2023 outerbanks soft top. Love it!!!! Is half back ok? That’s how I usually use mine. TIA!!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Yes, totally fine!

[@mariomarez2223]

I think you’re right they are built Ford tuff. I’ve had more than a couple feet of snow on mine from overnight storm and recently a bear peeled back the corner of it a couple weeks ago and punctured it, and broke a cable. Not bad.

[@chrishamm4897]

Heya! We met at the Wisconsin Super Celebration last year, with the IAG guys! Couldn’t make it this year due to travel. 2 q’s: 1) where did you get the paint matching Door Inserts? 2) What did you figure out with the Soft Top coming loose above your head. Mines getting really bad, stopping by the dealer today. Let me know, Thanks!!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Sorry, I’m not sure what you mean by paint matched door insert, give me a minute mark of when it’s in the video and I can check! The dealer replaced my soft top.

[@xtremeflyer334]

Will you ever do a light bar on buttercup

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Good question, I am not sure because everyone always says it creates a whistle and makes the soft top extra noisy and flappy.

[@LVZ-DRT]

Have you removed and stored the plastic window panels while on the trail..?? Seem they wound be a pain to stow in the vehicle while driving around. And I worry about scratching them with dust + vibrations while stowed.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Yes! I have this: Soft Top Window Storage Bag for 2021+ Ford Bronco | 21 Offroad Product Peek kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJbaZIylab2mf8U

[@pro2amatt846]

Why not scotch guard the top . They sell a spray at Walmart to water proof tents and boots. Wondering if it will work on the top and help keep it more resistant to the elements. Kiwi makes it in a spray can if I remember correctly.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I have thought about this, but haven’t done it yet.

[@brianhumphrey8494]

Hi - what PPF is on your Bronco? That matte green looks super nice - thanks.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I don't have a ppf it's a wrap. Matte Miliatary Green 3M

[@conkity]

My top's doing the same thing but I'm just gonna get some spray and fix it myself. It hasn't been up for at least 2 weeks so out of sight out of mind

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Great idea!

[@markkelly7517]

I also love the look topless. Mine I would just love to have 😩. Mine will have a hardtop.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I hope it comes soon 🤞

[@traceymatula5512]

Have you ever had to replace a pannel? They are easily scratched and I’ve been looking for replacement pannels, and I can’t find any.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Which panel?

[@rosslinesolis3272]

Hi, I just got a 2022 Outer Banks with soft top and I’m trying to find a video on how to wash this vehicle. Do you have any videos or suggestions on how you wash your Bronco? Can I use regular car soap to wash top? I’m just worried about ruining the soft top. Thanks a lot

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I’m getting ready to make a video. I use regular car soap and water. If it’s extra dirty a soft bristle brush for the top is fine!

[@nsmiller0807]

I’ve seen online issues with the soft top and Ford is fixing it under the warranty. Just don’t tell them about the garage 🤫😂😂 And I would definitely order my soft top again.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I should look into this.

[@cerbdm]

Love my soft top. But after all your videos, you've scared me from doing the half down. Mine is either fully down or fully up all the time. I am thinking about putting something on the garage door opener to remind me so I can do it.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

You’re smart! Me, not so much!

[@jayw334]

Great arms!!💪🏻

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Ha! Thanks!

[@etmccaus]

Generally happy with my soft top with one exception - the passenger side latch that's supposed to hold the top when folded down is reluctant to engage. You can get it to latch but then if you do, the handle on the driver's side is EXTREMELY difficult to push down and release...

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Interesting, I wonder if there is an alignment issue?

[@rtazz17]

Happens to me as well

[@flsupraguy]

With the soft top flipped back how bad is the wind noise on the interstate?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Not bad

[@outlawedmedia4336]

MY 23 bronco soft top has an additional seem running along the top on the side, This helps reduce the amount of water from leaking. I don't see that on most tops. Maybe ford fixed it for the new models.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Yes, it’s new for 23 and I have it on my other Bronco

[@jackiedulgar989]

Why do you not ride with your top halfway back? I am a brand new soft top owner 😊

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Because I don’t want to forget and run into my garage!

[@1217heaven]

lol best part of video the end F n nates lmfao🤣

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Hahah you watched til the end!! Winner winner 🏆 I had to stop recording so many times because they kept flying in my eyes and mouth lol

[@1217heaven]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV 😳

[@steve6382]

Darn gnats! Simple fix so you won’t hit the top on the garage door header. Dig two trenches up the driveway and into the garage. Problem solved!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I like the way you think!

[@steve6382]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV Thanks, not too many people have told me that. LOL.

[@cahillphotography5729]

Since installing the iag ez lift have you found it difficult to get the rear window corners to stay in on the top

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

No I have not.

[@cahillphotography5729]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV interesting, seems like every time we put the top all the way down and back up it gets further away

[@fred993a]

Thanks beautiful Buttercup Babe!

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Thanks ☺️

[@cynicsupreme]

Does Rain X work on the soft top?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I have never tried that

[@gavinhewlett2643]

My soft top is coming down like that too… I’m assuming it’s because of the heat. It‘s not severe and I’m sure there’s a fix.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Some adhesive would probably do the trick.

[@gavinhewlett2643]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV yeah I start at a ford dealership next week as a sales person, I’m sure the service department will have some good stuff, if not, Walmart will come in clutch lol

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

@@gavinhewlett2643 congrats 🎉

[@TheShantoUniverse]

What color your bronco is ?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Originally cactus gray, now it has a matte military green wrap

[@TheShantoUniverse]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV it’s so cool

[@TheShantoUniverse]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV it’s so cool

[@trenille1]

Lol it is a pain in butt to completely remove that top especially if your trying to do that alone I found out the hard way 😭😭. That soft top weighs a ton when your tryna lift it off alone .

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

agree.... never again!

[@darrendaine4914]

I purchased a Bestop before I have even gotten my Bronco

[@catecardenas3389]

Saw your video when you went to IAG performance, is there a coupon code you can share. Wanted to get a couple of items from them. Also wh

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

I will see if I can work something out.

[@DougVandegrift]

Once I told me girlfriend to "Buck up Buttercup" and she dumped me soon after. So I get triggered when I hear that haha!

[@terencemooney3989]

Well your getting one from Mitchell

[@ramonahumada4]

What’s the mileage on Ure 2.3?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Like my mpg or how many miles I have on it?

[@ramonahumada4]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV sorry! How many miles on the odometer?

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

@@ramonahumada4 i think I’m at 14k

[@ramonahumada4]

@@BuckleUpButtercupTV thanks

[@mikelindellspillow1428]

I broke 3 clips my dealership doesn’t know what to do

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Oh no! I think they can repair or replace

[@mikelindellspillow1428]

I got it repaired with rivets and wow just like new now just normal wind noise. Love the channel keep the videos coming

[@darrendaine4914]

Nothing about the German company has been good for Ford

[@jasonn4798]

No not built ford tough if the panel is coming apart in the back and the window can’t fit properly for 50K$ no thanks I will not be getting one of these I was seriously considering getting a bronco and then saw this video what a gimmick truck all looks no quality.

[@BuckleUpButtercupTV]

Awesome 👍🏼