Ursa Minor Pop-Top Jeep JK

[Presto88]

- The inlets on the sides are spaced out from the center of gravity, so it is possible to mount either grab bars or lifting plates there for fast removal.

I like that idea!

 

[Charlie56]

TwoJeeps. I've not been able to find a very good map illustrating the boundaries of the new Mojave Trails Monument, but what I have seen sure looks like it includes Aikens.

A bit off topic but... There is a decent boundary map on the BLM website. At least it shows Townships and Ranges. If you compare the T&R information to a USGS Topo, you can see that the Aikens Mine Road is in the Preserve, and not in the new Monument. Hope that helps.

 

[Shooter235]

Generally, there should be no impact or damage from storing it, but a few things to keep in mind:
- There are soft foam tape gaskets around the sealing surfaces, so if you are putting it on sawhorses just avoid the flanges and header or have extra foam tape ready at reinstallation.
- If the supports are against the headlining or carpet, it may flatten out the felt over time, and that pile may need to be brushed out when you've reinstalled it.
- If you have the optional map pockets, make sure there's nothing in the pockets if the support will be there. if you have the rear load bay lights avoid positioning a sawhorse right on the LEDs.
- The flat top of the camper once off the Jeep becomes an attractive surface for storing stuff, just don't put any really heavy things on it right in the middle.
- If you will have it on/off frequently, I would recommend having a hoist system set up, and perhaps dedicated custom sawhorses or a dolly on wheels made up so you can move it around once it's off the Jeep.
- The inlets on the sides are spaced out from the center of gravity, so it is possible to mount either grab bars or lifting plates there for fast removal.
Thanks! John

Thank you for the information. I was worried that the heat in a garage might cause damage if not stored properly. I have a homemade top dolly, basically is an oversized furniture dolly, that I store my factory hardtop on. It stands up on the back end similar to many of the top dollies you can purchase. Would something such as this be feasible?

 

[Comanche Scott]

Generally, there should be no impact or damage from storing it, but a few things to keep in mind:
- There are soft foam tape gaskets around the sealing surfaces, so if you are putting it on sawhorses just avoid the flanges and header or have extra foam tape ready at reinstallation.
- If the supports are against the headlining or carpet, it may flatten out the felt over time, and that pile may need to be brushed out when you've reinstalled it.
- If you have the optional map pockets, make sure there's nothing in the pockets if the support will be there. if you have the rear load bay lights avoid positioning a sawhorse right on the LEDs.
- The flat top of the camper once off the Jeep becomes an attractive surface for storing stuff, just don't put any really heavy things on it right in the middle.
- If you will have it on/off frequently, I would recommend having a hoist system set up, and perhaps dedicated custom sawhorses or a dolly on wheels made up so you can move it around once it's off the Jeep.
- The inlets on the sides are spaced out from the center of gravity, so it is possible to mount either grab bars or lifting plates there for fast removal.
Thanks! John

Thanks John! Really appreciate you taking the time to answer this, and the tip on the insets. That is a great idea! :beer:

 

[drapnea]

I placed my J30 order a couple weeks ago. John was very receptive to my questions, requests, and getting the shipping setup with me since I don't have time off to have it installed in SD. Top notch customer service so far and just wanted to post it here and let others know. It should be here in another week or two. I'm getting excited!

 

[isignay]

Anyone out there want to swap their j180 for my j30? I wouldn't mind the extra room of the j180, send me an email if there's any interest. ilyasignayevsky@gmail.com

 

[SLOfizz]

Anyone out there want to swap their j180 for my j30? I wouldn't mind the extra room of the j180, send me an email if there's any interest. ilyasignayevsky@gmail.com

You including the 2k cost difference in that offer?

 

[isignay]

Depending on the condition im open to paying $ for the difference in price.

 

[OldCrow]

Ship or pick up in person?

I just got my first Jeep (2013 10yr Anniv Rubicon) and my next step is to get a J30 top.

For those of you with these that don't live in SoCal, did you have the top shipped to you for local install or did you ship/drive your rig to San Diego for Ursa Minor to install?

I would prefer to see the install in person but it will add a lot of cost as I'm in Seattle now. Back of the napkin, I'm looking at approximately $2,000.

Seems like it might be cheaper to have the top shipped up here but there is the risk of damage, poor install, etc.

I'm very interested in other folks' experience. Which option did you choose? Would you do it the same way again?

Thanks!

Thomas

Soon to be covered with a J30!

 

[MizMoosie]

I drove to San Diego. I scheduled the install for March last year, so it was a warm weather get-away from the frozen tundra of Wisconsin! I don't have the technical skills to do the install myself and there are not many jeep specialists in my area.

I'm glad I did it this way. I used it many times on the way home!!

 

[mad4dirt]

I'm couple hours north of you OldCrow we are headed down to San Diego March 30th for an April 1st install at Ursa Minor. Then we are going to spend the next 10 days in Joshua tree, Mojave Desert, Death Valley, and Yosemite NP on our way home. If you want to check it out before you decide I'm sure we could meet half way at cabelas.
Thanks

 

[goin camping]

OldCrow, If you have satellite radio the antenna will need to be moved. So if you have it shipped may want to get instructions.

 

[drapnea]

Mine should be shipping up from SD to Seattle this week. I already relocated the GPS antenna. I couldn't justify spending my vacation time driving down to SD in February to get it put on for use in the spring/summer. Plus thinking about covering all that distance without a top on during late Winter left me cold and ears ringing. John sent some instructions for the mounting. I'll let you know how it goes.

 

[Haf-E]

I also hear if you go down to pick it up you pay CA sales tax - so having it shipped saves the sales tax... which effectively reduces the shipping cost.

 

[nwoods]

Road Trip,, you bought it to go places, so why not the first trip be an adventure of getting the top.

I think he answered that reason...cost. Sometimes the decision between gear and trip has to be made. Sounds like he's choosing gear.