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Old 09-20-2017, 09:05 AM   #1
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Hardtop hoist?

Anyone made their own hardtop hoist? If so share how you did it. Seems like it wouldn't be too difficult.

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Old 09-20-2017, 10:46 AM   #2
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I used a kayak hoist which I got from Amazon.
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Great idea! I'll check into that. Thanks
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Old 09-23-2017, 08:17 AM   #4
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Test fit 😀

Got my kayak hoist and i think it's going to work just fine. Need to get another strap or longer straps but alls good. Thanks for the idea NewArt !
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How much does the top weigh?
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You will need to support the back of the top. there is very little weight at the front.
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How much does the top weigh?
About 65 lbs. I'm going to buy a couple more, probably longer straps. This was just a test.
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My hardtop lift ( factory ? ) has a padded bar with hooks on the end . The bar goes through the window openings from side to side and a lift strap hooks to each end of the bar . Then there are two straps that hook to the back of the top under the window. More weight in the back section so it needs to be supported . Basically a boat winch and you just crank the handle and the top raises or lowers . Works great I can load/unload the top by myself .
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Hoisted it off, drove out from under it, came back, put it back. Creepy as hell �� Going to get a better rope before I do it again. The rope that came with it is already fraying. Need to get some padding too.

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