Reviews for Bestop Sunrider for Hardtop for 18-24 Jeep Wrangler JL & Gladiator JT
Best money I have ever spent on a Jeep. Quality Bestop product with ease of installation. Easily opens and closes with one hand.
It is very good thing for my Jeep Wrangler Rubicon JL. I am happy in my jeep because I can ride with wind in my hair now. I enjoy it. The assembly was very simple. I used original screws from Bestop. It was OK.
I purchased this Sunrider for my JL-U and I love it! I was a bit skeptical when it arrived in a heavily damaged box, but my inspection of the parts found no problems. Instructions weren't bad, but I'm still wondering about that little z-clip and what that wire is all about and what they do, as it was the hardest part to figure out and the pictures didn't help much. However, I did set out to do it alone on the 4th of July (despite the advice to have help, but there was nobody around) and I had no problems. I am semi-handicapped, but I was able to cover the hardtop with a blanket to avoid scratches and lift the assembled top up and slide it into place by myself. It bolted up easily with the supplied hardware, about a two-beer job (but it was hot out!). The test drive was fine and I have found no leakage yet. Very convenient and easy to use and well worth it. I'm just wondering how it will all be when I have to remove and store it for winters, but I guess we'll find out. But yes, I'm glad I bought it and I do recommend it.
Great addition to my JLU! Makes life so much easier. After reading some comments about the instructions, I was curious about the install. Piece of cake. Maybe they re-did them as I found them crystal clear. 35 minutes flat to put on. Highly recommend! Definitely go with the 30oz twill.
We found the top easier to install and remove than the JK Sunrider version on our previous wrangler. However, the instructions could be better written.
This beats the hassle of removing and installing the Freedom Panels... even though they are lighter and have simpler installation on the new Wrangler JL vs. JK. You no longer have to swing the sun visors to the side to latch/unlatch, and the latches have less/no rattle in the wind when the top is open and flipped back vs. the JK version.
Everything fit properly on our top and the correct bolts were supplied for installation vs. earlier review comments. We have experienced no leaks, even with heavy rain. We had some small leaks in the front corners with the JK version.
After reading some reviews, decided to have this professionally installed. ($80.00). Given the investment, seemed like money well spent. It was. No leakage, very little discernible wind noise, flawless release. Twill is the right choice over black diamond. Pricey, but great investment.
Easy to install. Nice heavy duty canvas. Super wind-noisy on the highway compared to hard top. Really easy to open and enjoy driving with nice weather.
Easy to install, about 20 minutes. All the parts worked fine, not sure about the M8 issue noted in other review. Driven at interstate speeds without straps and no issues other than is does catch some snow; but I am in Maine. Love it much better than the T-tops as you never have to leave the seat if you’re tall enough.
Hands down the best upgrade to my JLUR period. If you like the open-air feeling you get removing the hard top freedom panels, but don't like stopping to remove / reinstall them then this is for you! If you're on vacation and struggle to find a place to put the freedom panels, this is for you! Installation is very easy (helpful if you have a 2nd person when fitting it onto the Jeep) and there are plenty of helpful videos out there to familiarize yourself with the process. Once fitted it's secured by 2 clamps in front that are VERY secure. Opening and closing is a 15 second procedure (if that long). For me it's the best of both worlds between the freedom of a soft top and the security of a hard top. And you can never go wrong purchasing from Quadratec, great prices, fast shipment and excellent customer support.
I installed this on my Jeep last year - replacing the T-tops. Best investment ever. I like the security of a hardtop - but missed the convertible part. T-tops are nice but a pain taking off and storing if on the road. This partial (over front seats) covetable top is the best investment I have made for my Jeep. Flip 2 levers, push the top back and your in convertible mode. You don’t even need to get out of your seat.