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#125 of 164 Re: How do you turn the lights off? [walkeruhl] by erickpl Feb 27, 2009 (9:47 am)
Replying to: walkeruhl (Feb 27, 2009 9:11 am) Pull Fuse #4 behind the glovebox.   You can also install a bypass switch, but the quick and easy is to pull fuse 4.   Switch example: http://www.quadratec.com/products/13029_200.htm   Clip example: http://www.quadratec.com/products/13029_100.htm   Me? I made a version of the switch but it runs under my OBDII diagnostic port so I don't have to lean over to get it. I also have a lighted map/mirror setup for my rearview mirror that provides more light than the dome light, so my interior lights are off most of the time anyway.   -Paul
#127 of 164 2007 Jeep Sahara Sunrider soft top by di13 Mar 27, 2009 (12:11 pm)
Hello friendly jeep people. How do I find out what years and what other jeep types my 2007 Sahara sunrider soft top would fit. I am trying to sell it and people are asking me if it would fit a 2 door with an unlimited base etc.. I don't know if it just fits only a 2007 and if it has to be a Sahara. I appreciate in advance anyone who knows any info. Thank you. Replies to this message: erickpl (Mar 27, 2009 12:18 pm)
#128 of 164 Re: 2007 Jeep Sahara Sunrider soft top [di13] by erickpl Mar 27, 2009 (12:18 pm)
Replying to: di13 (Mar 27, 2009 12:11 pm) It will only fit 2007 and up Wrangler (JK's) that have the same number of doors. If your JK is a 4 door, it will fit other 4 door JK's regardless of trim level.   It will NOT fit the other sized JK's and it will NOT fit 86-95 Wrangler (YJ or TJ).   -Paul
#129 of 164 Installation of soft top by imcookin Apr 22, 2009 (4:47 am)
I have both a hard top and soft top for my 2008 4-door Wrangler. I keep the hard top on for the winter, and put the soft top on for the summer. I've had our local dealership do the installation for me, but it is a huge hassle (not to mention a little costly). I've got the hard top on now, and would like to replace it myself with the soft top. Does anyone know of a good installation manual for that? The one that came with the car isn't very helpful. Thanks. Replies to this message: edf4 (Apr 27, 2009 5:30 pm) erickpl (Apr 28, 2009 4:48 am)
#130 of 164 Re: Installation of soft top [imcookin] by edf4 Apr 27, 2009 (5:30 pm)
Replying to: imcookin (Apr 22, 2009 4:47 am) First off, it's a JEEP, not a car. Now that we've gotten that straight, the best suggestion I have for installing the soft top the first time, (I agree, the manual is confusing), would be to ask a fellow soft top JK (model designation for your '08 Unlimited) owner in your area to assist you with the installation. Most Jeep owners would be glad to help out another, I know I would. If that's not an option, then have the dealer do it on emopre time, but stand beside them and watch/learn so next year you know how to do it yourself. Once you've done it, you'll have it mastered. Enjoy! Replies to this message: erickpl (Apr 28, 2009 4:48 am)
#131 of 164 Re: Installation of soft top [edf4] by erickpl Apr 28, 2009 (4:48 am)
Replying to: edf4 (Apr 27, 2009 5:30 pm) Sage advice, but a TJ owner could probably assist too. They really are not THAT different.   -Paul
#132 of 164 Softtop vs Hardtop by busman01 May 01, 2009 (5:52 am)
I am considering purchasing a used jeep (2005 or newer). Can someone cover the pros and cons of a softtop vs a hardtop.   Thanks. Replies to this message: roadburner (May 02, 2009 7:29 pm) edf4 (May 03, 2009 7:36 am) mac24 (May 04, 2009 4:03 am)
#133 of 164 Re: Softtop vs Hardtop [busman01] by roadburner May 02, 2009 (7:29 pm)
Replying to: busman01 (May 01, 2009 5:52 am) I prefer the softtop on the 2007 and up JK Wranglers as the Freedom Tops seem to have a chronic problem with leaks. Prior to 2007 it's a matter of personal preference. Again I prefer the ragtop. Replies to this message: edf4 (May 03, 2009 7:36 am) mac24 (May 04, 2009 4:03 am)
#134 of 164 Re: Softtop vs Hardtop [roadburner] by edf4 May 03, 2009 (7:36 am)
Replying to: roadburner (May 02, 2009 7:29 pm) I have the 2007 JK Unlimited with both tops. The leaks on the Freedom (hard) top was a short lived problem on the very early models, but has since been eliminated. I agree with roadburner that the choice is really one of personal preference.      Personally, I use both tops but if I could only have one, I'd take the hard top, (pre-2007 and certainly 2007+, becasue of the removable panels). My reasoning is this: with the hard top, in the summer you can remove the doors and open the back window, and get virtually all of the benefits of no top. Having a roof over your head in the summer is also good, because without it, when you are in traffic, you will BAKE. Light rain, hot sun, even some wind turbulence at highway speed will blocked by the roof. Then when it gets cold, put on the doors and you will be warmer, have better theft security, can use a (light duty) roof rack, and will better be able to enjoy conversations and the sound of your radio. Plus, over time, your hard top glass windows will not fade and crack like they will on the soft top.      However, there is nothing quite as much fun as driving around in summer with no doors and no top! Oh, decisions, decisions . . . . Replies to this message: mac24 (May 04, 2009 4:03 am)

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