Is there an easier way...?

Dudewayne · 06-17-2006, 06:12 PM

What is with the plastic pieces that are connected to the soft top that fit in the surrounds ?
(two pieces above the doors on drivers and passengers side)

Is there an easier way to get them out of the surrounds other than smashing your finger in there and prying them out ? geeze.......

TheLiveSoundGuy · 06-17-2006, 07:35 PM

That IS the easy way.

Dudewayne · 06-17-2006, 07:47 PM

AHHHHHHHH that's just great and you wonder why the tops rip in between the two pieces all the time.

thanks TheLiveSoundGuy !!

TexanTJ · 06-17-2006, 07:49 PM

Im not aware of an easier way either, although, i never considered it to be stressful either. I must have really strong.....fingers

TexanTJ · 06-17-2006, 07:50 PM

I wonder why it is those 2 seperate pieces of plastic, and not just one long piece.

jquest1 · 06-17-2006, 08:00 PM

I find it makes it easier if you take the rear corners of the top off before going for those. I used to never take the rear corners off but recently got a new top (bestop). Their instructions for putting the top up/taking it down showed me the light. You can find those instructions on their website for replace-a-tops I think.

Dudewayne · 06-17-2006, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jquest1

I find it makes it easier if you take the rear corners of the top off before going for those. I used to never take the rear corners off but recently got a new top (bestop). Their instructions for putting the top up/taking it down showed me the light. You can find those instructions on their website for replace-a-tops I think.

Thanks I will give this a try

fried_gold · 06-17-2006, 09:12 PM

You can pull the little tab between them but it will eventually start to rip. I guess you could keep a screwdriver or something handy to use instead of fingers too

FlaJeepin · 06-17-2006, 09:25 PM

Apply candle wax to the plastic parts before you slide them back in. It will make it much easier to get them out the next time.

Dudewayne · 06-17-2006, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by FlaJeepin

Apply candle wax to the plastic parts before you slide them back in. It will make it much easier to get them out the next time.

Hey now there's an idea...I use the candle wax for the zippers...might as well use it for them too ! Thanks !

dodgetk81 · 06-17-2006, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TexanTJ

I wonder why it is those 2 seperate pieces of plastic, and not just one long piece.

That piece bends in 1/2 when you fold down the top. If it was one piece it would be too hard.

anebrich · 06-18-2006, 12:22 AM

I just grab the seam and pull down on one corner. Seems to work for me...

06-17-2006, 09:12 PM	#8
fried_gold Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: US Posts: 628 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	You can pull the little tab between them but it will eventually start to rip. I guess you could keep a screwdriver or something handy to use instead of fingers too

06-18-2006, 12:22 AM	#12
anebrich Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: ..... Posts: 868 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	I just grab the seam and pull down on one corner. Seems to work for me...