Color match stood right out to me as off. Sold truck caps at my business for years and always thought they were a pain in the ass quality and install wise no matter what manufacturer. Now I want one on my overland build lol
Build custom rack. Sht gets wet but if out west doesn't rain that much. HEAVY DUTY. You will be glad. On gladiator 8 foot works for one sheet of plywood. Cut it down to 7 feet. Use round tube or bar for end and front crossbars. I used 1.5 angle for top metal ran 2x12s across, fits into angle, screwed plywood to that. It's heavy 300 pounds but I used thick metal. Aluminum is the way to go though. Expensive. 6 foot bed with tailgate gives you air mat bed. I found canvas slung over rack the best cover. And popup for tailgate sitting sun block area. I was Infantry so do duffles with contractors bags inside for bulky puffy gear. Only pain is winds. Tie down. Custom welded metal Stakes work best with loop welded on. Hatchet for hammer. Used Tundra before Gladiator. They are beasts. Hauling. Pulling. Payload. 300 pound rack didn't matter at all on it.
The cap on my Tacoma also looks like it should be a little farther forward, it is as far forward as it will go. Installer told me it's designed that way to let the bed flex without the cap hitting the cab. But then I see other caps that are much closer to the cab. This is the first review I've seen with the same situation as mine. Guess I'm getting used to it, doesn't bother me as much as when I first got it.
Thanks for sharing! I have the same Jeep and color but was thinking of going with the Back Topper.....this confirms my hunch. I don't like the color match since it already has a black top. I also am concerned about the weight but I see you have decked it....that probably impacts as well. The slight extension in the rear is about concerning as well. I think, for now, I'll keep my hard plastic tri-fold tonneau cover until they improve these...
As for the color match, Iv actually started to like it. The rear extension was due to the installer. Iv since moved it forward and it has a very nice match. Yes the decked system is about an extra 200 lbs. Iv since changed out springs and have a proper rake again.
I think the color match is definitely the way to go, but it would look much better if you’re hard too was the same color. It only looks off right now because of the lack hardtop
One of the things that steered me toward the stainless steel RLD or the aluminum Alu Cab was its ability to hold significant weight ontop. Do you know the static and dynamic weight limits of the ARE canopy?
According to ARE, static is 500#. When I ordered, RLD was unable to make my timeline and Alu Cab released their Gladiator cap two weeks later. Ultimately, this is only for the short term. Planning to go with a AT Habitat for next summer.
Originally not well. The first kit I found didn’t work. Finally I ended up ordering Rhino Rack 2” tall mounts, turning them around backwards and filing about a 16th of an inch off the mounting hardware. Now it’s close to perfect.
I probably would have gone black on the top. And isn't all that slider and other things in the bed contributing to the rear end sag???? It does look good though. Really like the pop up windows
Yes, the extra wait from the Decked system and gear does add to the sag, but it definitely got much worse when we installed the topper. Since filming, I swapped out the rear 3.5” lift springs to EVO 4.5” springs. Definitely helps!
Truck looks great...you mentioned that your putting a rhino rack on..j assume a rooftop tent also...do u know the weight capacity of the cap..I want to go the same route but I'm hearing the weight limits are not that great.. thanks for sharing
Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten a straight answer on capacity. Since filming I did adapt my Rhino Rack. It took a little work. I’m considering putting one of my Tepuis on top, but haven’t yet. I Have used it to transport two 95lb kayaks, 45lb OZTENT RV5 and about 20lbs of MaxTraxs on two twelve hour drives and a weekend driving on the beach with no issues. That’s actually much heavier than most RTTs. Still not totally convinced that the topper can support a RTT and two people.
Nice. Side deals are it. Sweet. Still welding my own. You can carry anything. If you extend over top 12 inches it's noisy but that and 6 over back you can load up roof with 6x6 lumber to 6 person raft. Dance party. Real tie down rails like tractor trailer ones. And if you roll it will support entire vehicle. I hooked it to tie downs with turn buckles. Real ones. Stuck each post hole with welded steel connected to rack. Then bolt/ quick release pin through or you can thread bottom up through drain hole if serious or just use turn buckles. I paid 400 for metal. Tops are awesome. BUT 40 years construction and army likes indestructible and hauling kayaks canoes elephants up top. I worked where you are going. WY UT CA CO MT. Dad lived in Moab 13 years. Yosemite Rocky Yellowstone BLM AZ STRIP Teton that's alot of FS BLM NPS roads driven in government rigs snow plows graders D6 backhoes....... AZ STRIP is connected to Lake Mead NRA Grand Canyon Basically from Vermillion Cliffs to Colorado. You make top plywood on 2x12s cross members to break heat. Throw canvas over it done. Sleep on top or in back. Take a pop up and you have a 10x10 house on back. Over over hole thing. For $1600 less. Or more. Even if you pay a welder. Gusset corners. Weld tie down rail whole length of bed. Three posts. Round bar front rear for shoving stuff up onto top. You want no dust throw Yakima up there. It's the desert. It's dusty. I use contractor garbage bags and stuff them into 12 dollar Army duffle bags For pillows blankets air mats sleeping bags ...... Throw em on ground. We use insulated carhartts for sleeping bag. They also have 12 pockets so hold a 12 pack of beer at camp fire party. Hello. Bibs coat combo. Polypad army surplus. Poncho with liner if real cold.
Fantastic Review. Does ARE give a weight for this cap? I do like the overall fit and finish. And the useability is key. Keeping all your gear clean and dry is a win!
OE, I think it look great. If you don’t mind me asking, With the options you have, what did it cost? Also, have you looked into color matching the hardtop? Is that something that can be done with the textured surface? Thanks for sharing.
With the options I have and installed, I paid $2900. In addition to the side windows, I added the fold down center slider and Yakima roof rack rails. According to my Jeep dealer, it would be more cost effective to sand and spray my top. Originally I was considering a new “paint ready” hard top from Mopar but the cost to benefit ratio wasn’t very convincing.
Yes, but definitely not cost effective. Iv actually grown to like the contrast. Also I added a Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform that really broke up the color.
Thanks for the video, I'm looking to get a cap for the Gladiator I'm planning on getting. Where in PA are you? How do you like the Gladiator? What lift do you have?
Yes, I was planning to use both the Decked system and cap together. Originally I was ordering a different cap, but shipping restrictions during the rona changed my plans.
Add a ex lift brand nomad camper package to the rear of the shell and you got instant camping, sleep, etc, 6 ft 9L bed with tailgate down!! Much cheaper than a pop up wedge shell for the gladiator.
Man that looks good !! I was in limbo about a few dif caps but after watching this vid 2 times I’m sold !! What slider is that ontop of your deckit system !? Thanks
You mentioned it is too heavy, how heavy are we talking about here? I’m thinking about getting a cap or topper for my JT as well. But when you mentioned it is two heavy that the rear end actually got pressured lower, it scares me, and also, do you think maybe it is because you have both the deck system and the cap?
the decked system weights 205lbs without anything in it. The ARE classic cap on a large long bed only weight 185lbs and im sure the gladiator is only around 145 ish. Go throw 3 50lbs bags of sand or dirt in it and that would be equivalent with the cap alone.
Yes, the decked system is right at 200 lbs and the cap is about 165 lbs. This was enough for a significant sag. It definitely depends on the suspension choices you make. I upgraded from a lesser brand “3 inch” kit and added a set of EVO 4.5” rear springs since I shot the video. Made a huge difference.
I might keep the top but 200#s for some drawers, no way. I have the RLD top and am using as light as possible storage like an aluminum box and plastic.
The Cap looks good but you should have match it to your hard top! I am in the market for a Gladiator but I want to test drive the Mojave since I have already done the Rubicon and since I live in FL a Rock Crawler is ok but a the Sand Capability of the Mojave might be more Fun here with all the Sugar Sand that we have! I have been configuring the Gladiator for the past 3 months and I keep going back and forth on Matching the hard top and since I want to get the Gladiator in Sting Gray to Match my 2020 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk with Hemi V8 the Matching colored Top does make it look more a finished truck when the top is on! How easy is it to take the Cap off?
Iv never been a fan of color matched hard tops. I think it takes away from the Jeep look. However on the Gladiator, it looks really good. Removing the cap only requires 4 clamps. It’s actually very simple. Definitely helps to have a second person help with lifting.
I’ve always loved the look of classic old school Land Rover Defenders. This look reminds me of that and I like the color match personally. My JTE is all black and I’m considering going this route now that I’ve seen yours. I have a mopar 2 inch lift on mine. I’m hoping that I don’t get the same sag that you mentioned yours to have before having to upgrade your suspension.
I really like the look of that cap on your Gladiator. She's a beauty. Is it possible to lay down in the covered area? I'm almost 6 feet tall so would most likely would need to lay across the bed.
Nice vid, thx for sharing. I’m thinking of getting this and your vid is super helpful. Question: do you know if it would be easy to remove the side windows and also the rear window? I’m seeing if this would be be an option if going full convertible-mode in the cab and then removing the windows in the bed cap to match.
Overland Evolution thanks, I couldn’t get that option as one size I got a tool box for all my towing accessories/ straps etc. I’m more looking to see if I can put a seal around the opening to make a “air tight” passage
Love this top though the reach in is a must. If it can take dust that's good. But I have seen nothing that dust can't get into. Including sand into goggles sealed to my face in Kuwait Iraq. Still got in
Unfortunately I still don’t know! They don’t give that information. Personally, I have had about 300 lbs on top during several rough trips, (sand dunes, rough trails and light rock crawling. No issues yet. I haven’t mounted my RTTs on it.
Should be no problem. Since filming this review, Iv adapted my 72” Rhino Rack platform and currently have about 275 lbs on top for this weekend’s adventures to Cape Lookout National Seashore. I was considering putting one of my Tepuis on top, but opted for our OZ tent for this trip. I had Yakima track rails mounted by the factory.
That’s a really good question. I don’t think it will. The top has a slight lean that I think would make contact with the top rear area of the soft top. The RDL cap looks like it would work with a soft top.
That’s what I thought. looks good but I’d like to have use of the soft top. I think I am going to go with the fas-top cover/ top combo. Thanks for the reply!
That’s a really good question. Since the video, I adapted a Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform, I have done several trail days at Rausch Creek and AOAA with no issues. I will be taking it down to Cape Lookout NC at the end of the month with kayaks and two OZ Tents on top, that should be our final test.
@@overlandevolution3141 I've been also thinking about that, but that's a problem I didn't have on my mind. But do they flex that much? Couldn't you connect those two pieces with some flexible material? Having both parts connected, with put down rear seats, would make the perfect base for a bed and you'd still have lots of storage underneath the bed. That'd be the perfect camper for me.
Possibly if you built a platform at the same level as the top of the bed and body. Flex isn’t really that bad with a full frame, but it definitely moves side to side off road. I’m sure it could be done with a little extra work.
The color match looks awesome man!
Thanks!
I think the bed cap would have looked good in black with the unpainted top. But now you need to get your hard top colour matched 😉
Love that whole set up, absolute unit.
That too looks awesome man. I like everything about it.
Thanks!
Color match stood right out to me as off. Sold truck caps at my business for years and always thought they were a pain in the ass quality and install wise no matter what manufacturer. Now I want one on my overland build lol
Build custom rack. Sht gets wet but if out west doesn't rain that much.
HEAVY DUTY. You will be glad. On gladiator 8 foot works for one sheet of plywood. Cut it down to 7 feet. Use round tube or bar for end and front crossbars. I used 1.5 angle for top metal ran 2x12s across, fits into angle, screwed plywood to that.
It's heavy 300 pounds but I used thick metal. Aluminum is the way to go though. Expensive.
6 foot bed with tailgate gives you air mat bed. I found canvas slung over rack the best cover. And popup for tailgate sitting sun block area. I was Infantry so do duffles with contractors bags inside for bulky puffy gear.
Only pain is winds. Tie down. Custom welded metal Stakes work best with loop welded on.
Hatchet for hammer.
Used Tundra before Gladiator. They are beasts.
Hauling. Pulling. Payload.
300 pound rack didn't matter at all on it.
sir the colour match is unbelievable
Looks great! Like it with the black jeep top. Side window that open is a must.
Yes, I absolutely love the way the windows open.
I think it looks great! Thanks for sharing!
The cap on my Tacoma also looks like it should be a little farther forward, it is as far forward as it will go. Installer told me it's designed that way to let the bed flex without the cap hitting the cab. But then I see other caps that are much closer to the cab. This is the first review I've seen with the same situation as mine. Guess I'm getting used to it, doesn't bother me as much as when I first got it.
I actually was able to move it forward about an inch. Looks much better now.
Thanks for sharing! I have the same Jeep and color but was thinking of going with the Back Topper.....this confirms my hunch. I don't like the color match since it already has a black top. I also am concerned about the weight but I see you have decked it....that probably impacts as well. The slight extension in the rear is about concerning as well. I think, for now, I'll keep my hard plastic tri-fold tonneau cover until they improve these...
As for the color match, Iv actually started to like it. The rear extension was due to the installer. Iv since moved it forward and it has a very nice match. Yes the decked system is about an extra 200 lbs. Iv since changed out springs and have a proper rake again.
Colour match looks great man. Beautiful
The top is lighter than the jeep. 2 shades
I think the color match is definitely the way to go, but it would look much better if you’re hard too was the same color. It only looks off right now because of the lack hardtop
Well you also have that storage system there that’s why is sagging as well.........
Yes, definitely doesn’t help the sag. Since filming, I installed EVO 4.5” rear springs. Very happy with the result. I’m back to factory rake.
Looks freaking awesome
Great review, man. Really helpful and you clearly spelled out the pluses and minuses.
looks good from here! Nice Jeep!
One of the things that steered me toward the stainless steel RLD or the aluminum Alu Cab was its ability to hold significant weight ontop. Do you know the static and dynamic weight limits of the ARE canopy?
According to ARE, static is 500#. When I ordered, RLD was unable to make my timeline and Alu Cab released their Gladiator cap two weeks later. Ultimately, this is only for the short term. Planning to go with a AT Habitat for next summer.
How did mounting the platform on top go?
I like the setup, however I would still like to have a rooftop tent as well.
Originally not well. The first kit I found didn’t work. Finally I ended up ordering Rhino Rack 2” tall mounts, turning them around backwards and filing about a 16th of an inch off the mounting hardware. Now it’s close to perfect.
@@overlandevolution3141 thank you for replying sir.
I will subscribe just for that.
I think your tire/wheel combo are just right...not too big or small. What size of rims (width/offset) did you use? 35” tires?
Tires are 37” Goodyear MTRs. Wheels are 17” x 9” Procomp series 69, 4.75” back space with -6 offset.
I like the color match!
I probably would have gone black on the top. And isn't all that slider and other things in the bed contributing to the rear end sag???? It does look good though. Really like the pop up windows
Yes, the extra wait from the Decked system and gear does add to the sag, but it definitely got much worse when we installed the topper. Since filming, I swapped out the rear 3.5” lift springs to EVO 4.5” springs. Definitely helps!
Really liked the vid short sweet to the point
Truck looks great...you mentioned that your putting a rhino rack on..j assume a rooftop tent also...do u know the weight capacity of the cap..I want to go the same route but I'm hearing the weight limits are not that great.. thanks for sharing
Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten a straight answer on capacity.
Since filming I did adapt my Rhino Rack. It took a little work. I’m considering putting one of my Tepuis on top, but haven’t yet. I Have used it to transport two 95lb kayaks, 45lb OZTENT RV5 and about 20lbs of MaxTraxs on two twelve hour drives and a weekend driving on the beach with no issues. That’s actually much heavier than most RTTs. Still not totally convinced that the topper can support a RTT and two people.
Nice. Side deals are it. Sweet. Still welding my own. You can carry anything. If you extend over top 12 inches it's noisy but that and 6 over back you can load up roof with 6x6 lumber to 6 person raft. Dance party.
Real tie down rails like tractor trailer ones.
And if you roll it will support entire vehicle.
I hooked it to tie downs with turn buckles. Real ones. Stuck each post hole with welded steel connected to rack. Then bolt/ quick release pin through or you can thread bottom up through drain hole if serious or just use turn buckles.
I paid 400 for metal. Tops are awesome. BUT 40 years construction and army likes indestructible and hauling kayaks canoes elephants up top.
I worked where you are going. WY UT CA CO MT.
Dad lived in Moab 13 years. Yosemite Rocky Yellowstone BLM AZ STRIP Teton that's alot of FS BLM NPS roads driven in government rigs snow plows graders D6 backhoes....... AZ STRIP is connected to Lake Mead NRA Grand Canyon Basically from Vermillion Cliffs to Colorado.
You make top plywood on 2x12s cross members to break heat.
Throw canvas over it done.
Sleep on top or in back.
Take a pop up and you have a 10x10 house on back. Over over hole thing.
For $1600 less. Or more. Even if you pay a welder.
Gusset corners. Weld tie down rail whole length of bed. Three posts.
Round bar front rear for shoving stuff up onto top.
You want no dust throw Yakima up there. It's the desert. It's dusty. I use contractor garbage bags and stuff them into 12 dollar Army duffle bags
For pillows blankets air mats sleeping bags ......
Throw em on ground. We use insulated carhartts for sleeping bag. They also have 12 pockets so hold a 12 pack of beer at camp fire party. Hello. Bibs coat combo.
Polypad army surplus.
Poncho with liner if real cold.
Since you have black top on the truck, and fenders, black would have actually worked too, but the color match looks great.
Fantastic Review. Does ARE give a weight for this cap? I do like the overall fit and finish. And the useability is key. Keeping all your gear clean and dry is a win!
When I ordered, no specific weight was listed for the Gladiator topper. Similar size was around 175#.
OE, I think it look great. If you don’t mind me asking, With the options you have, what did it cost? Also, have you looked into color matching the hardtop? Is that something that can be done with the textured surface? Thanks for sharing.
With the options I have and installed, I paid $2900. In addition to the side windows, I added the fold down center slider and Yakima roof rack rails.
According to my Jeep dealer, it would be more cost effective to sand and spray my top. Originally I was considering a new “paint ready” hard top from Mopar but the cost to benefit ratio wasn’t very convincing.
@@overlandevolution3141 would the dealer sand and repaint the hardtop for you?
Yes, but definitely not cost effective. Iv actually grown to like the contrast. Also I added a Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform that really broke up the color.
Thank you for the video I’m torn between That top and the Smartcap
Honestly, the smart cape is stronger for RTT or other accessories on top.
ARE is US made unlike smart cap.
@@overlandevolution3141 thank you
Thanks for the video, I'm looking to get a cap for the Gladiator I'm planning on getting. Where in PA are you? How do you like the Gladiator? What lift do you have?
Hello, very happy with the Gladiator, it’s our 11th Jeep. We’re just outside Harrisburg.
Brother,
I think it looks great. Does it seal well when driving dusty tracks?
Haven’t had this one out west yet, but did very well against sand. Everything closes up very tight.
Now that you have the topper is the Decked system still a good fit with your set-up.
Yes, I was planning to use both the Decked system and cap together. Originally I was ordering a different cap, but shipping restrictions during the rona changed my plans.
I agree it looks good
Add a ex lift brand nomad camper package to the rear of the shell and you got instant camping, sleep, etc, 6 ft 9L bed with tailgate down!! Much cheaper than a pop up wedge shell for the gladiator.
Man that looks good !! I was in limbo about a few dif caps but after watching this vid 2 times I’m sold !! What slider is that ontop of your deckit system !?
Thanks
Glad I could help you make a decision! The slider is a tilting aluminum slider from DFG Off-road made in Florida.
Thanks for walk through.
Great review. I see you are PA. Are you located around harrisburg? I saw a jeep that looked just like yours a month or 2 ago up that way.
Thanks! Yes, we’re just outside Harrisburg.
You mentioned it is too heavy, how heavy are we talking about here? I’m thinking about getting a cap or topper for my JT as well. But when you mentioned it is two heavy that the rear end actually got pressured lower, it scares me, and also, do you think maybe it is because you have both the deck system and the cap?
the decked system weights 205lbs without anything in it. The ARE classic cap on a large long bed only weight 185lbs and im sure the gladiator is only around 145 ish. Go throw 3 50lbs bags of sand or dirt in it and that would be equivalent with the cap alone.
Yes, the decked system is right at 200 lbs and the cap is about 165 lbs. This was enough for a significant sag. It definitely depends on the suspension choices you make. I upgraded from a lesser brand “3 inch” kit and added a set of EVO 4.5” rear springs since I shot the video. Made a huge difference.
I might keep the top but 200#s for some drawers, no way. I have the RLD top and am using as light as possible storage like an aluminum box and plastic.
@@capt.stubing5604 How much does the RLD weigh?
Air Spring has a $100.00 air bag that will level that right up. I have them on mine and love them. I pull a 3000# camper.
I actually changed out my rear springs. I’m now running a 4.5” rear with a 3.5” front. Everything is level even while towing.
The Cap looks good but you should have match it to your hard top! I am in the market for a Gladiator but I want to test drive the Mojave since I have already done the Rubicon and since I live in FL a Rock Crawler is ok but a the Sand Capability of the Mojave might be more Fun here with all the Sugar Sand that we have! I have been configuring the Gladiator for the past 3 months and I keep going back and forth on Matching the hard top and since I want to get the Gladiator in Sting Gray to Match my 2020 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk with Hemi V8 the Matching colored Top does make it look more a finished truck when the top is on! How easy is it to take the Cap off?
Iv never been a fan of color matched hard tops. I think it takes away from the Jeep look. However on the Gladiator, it looks really good.
Removing the cap only requires 4 clamps. It’s actually very simple. Definitely helps to have a second person help with lifting.
Looks good man!
Thanks!
I’ve always loved the look of classic old school Land Rover Defenders. This look reminds me of that and I like the color match personally. My JTE is all black and I’m considering going this route now that I’ve seen yours. I have a mopar 2 inch lift on mine. I’m hoping that I don’t get the same sag that you mentioned yours to have before having to upgrade your suspension.
I really like the look of that cap on your Gladiator. She's a beauty. Is it possible to lay down in the covered area? I'm almost 6 feet tall so would most likely would need to lay across the bed.
I’m 6’1”, it would be possible at an angle. Not much room to stretch out.
I like it.
Nice vid, thx for sharing. I’m thinking of getting this and your vid is super helpful. Question: do you know if it would be easy to remove the side windows and also the rear window? I’m seeing if this would be be an option if going full convertible-mode in the cab and then removing the windows in the bed cap to match.
Thanks for watching. I don’t think there’s an easy way to remove the windows without damaging the seals. I’m sure it could be done, but not quickly.
Overland Evolution thx, looking forward to more vids on the bed cap
almost looks like hummer h1. Looks great
Question.... how many inches between the back glass of the Jeep and glass on the topper? Thanks In advance
I’ll have to measure, but the cap window folds down so you can get between them for cleaning.
Overland Evolution thanks, I couldn’t get that option as one size I got a tool box for all my towing accessories/ straps etc. I’m more looking to see if I can put a seal around the opening to make a “air tight” passage
From slider to slider is 7/8 on an inch.
Overland Evolution THANKS SOO much! Have a great weekend!
Love this top though the reach in is a must. If it can take dust that's good. But I have seen nothing that dust can't get into. Including sand into goggles sealed to my face in Kuwait Iraq.
Still got in
Just ordered my... $3700. gonna be SWEET!
$3700??? Mine was $2900!!! You must have gone all out!!!
Overland Evolution hahah yup, go big or go home right 🤮. I have a red Gladiator it’ll be interesting to see how it all looks. Thanks for the video!
now im starting to like the jeep truck im a jeep owner myself
This is our 11th Jeep. I’m actually surprised how much I like the Gladiator.
What is the weight limit on the ARE?? I cant find info anywhere, im from Ontario Canada.
Ive looked into RSI and RLD caps
Unfortunately I still don’t know! They don’t give that information. Personally, I have had about 300 lbs on top during several rough trips, (sand dunes, rough trails and light rock crawling. No issues yet. I haven’t mounted my RTTs on it.
Agree, black would’ve looked better but it seems like a quality cap
Could you put a hard shell tent on top of it?
Should be no problem. Since filming this review, Iv adapted my 72” Rhino Rack platform and currently have about 275 lbs on top for this weekend’s adventures to Cape Lookout National Seashore.
I was considering putting one of my Tepuis on top, but opted for our OZ tent for this trip.
I had Yakima track rails mounted by the factory.
Excellent
I dig it.
Do you think it has the ability to handle the weight of a RTT?
That’s a good question. I haven’t tried my RTT on it, but have carried two 84lb kayaks and 45lb OZ tent on top. That’s significantly more than a RTT.
Can you still remove the top from the gladiator with the cap on?
Yes, you can still remove the top. You will need to lift the top over the cap, or slide the cap back.
what is the weight rating for your canopy tracks ?
Unfortunately ARE and my local dealer couldn’t answer that for me.
What wheels are you running? Size etc?
Wheels are ProChomp 17”x9” model 7069 with 4.75 backspace
Will it work with the soft top
That’s a really good question. I don’t think it will. The top has a slight lean that I think would make contact with the top rear area of the soft top. The RDL cap looks like it would work with a soft top.
That’s what I thought. looks good but I’d like to have use of the soft top. I think I am going to go with the fas-top cover/ top combo. Thanks for the reply!
I like it. I would not drill into the cap though.
Not drilling, cap already has rack rails installed at the factory.
Color match the hard top & get some racks & a tent on there!
You look like Duke Nukem who retired and finally settled down with a family.
How will it hold up to off road use.
That’s a really good question. Since the video, I adapted a Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform, I have done several trail days at Rausch Creek and AOAA with no issues. I will be taking it down to Cape Lookout NC at the end of the month with kayaks and two OZ Tents on top, that should be our final test.
Overland Evolution I’m really liking the gladiator platform they need to put a hemi in from the factory that will be a game changer.
give me a cap that stretches far enough to replace the base of the hard top, and still retain the ability to youse the freedom top
Unfortunately, they can’t do it. The body and bed flex independently. Even a roof rack has to be on one or the other.
@@overlandevolution3141 I've been also thinking about that, but that's a problem I didn't have on my mind. But do they flex that much? Couldn't you connect those two pieces with some flexible material? Having both parts connected, with put down rear seats, would make the perfect base for a bed and you'd still have lots of storage underneath the bed. That'd be the perfect camper for me.
Possibly if you built a platform at the same level as the top of the bed and body. Flex isn’t really that bad with a full frame, but it definitely moves side to side off road. I’m sure it could be done with a little extra work.
If you decide you don’t like how it looks, I’ll buy it from you.
Thanks, but it’s definitely grown on me. It’s actually been extremely useful.
How much did you pay?
$2900 installed.
The Decked is where all your sag is coming from. Those things are a waste of payload capacity.
I’m actually very happy with mine. But yes, they are very heavy.
That cap doesn't fit well. You don't have the room to slide it forward enough to make up that difference it is hanging over on the back.
Since the video, I did slide the cap forward. It sits as it should now. Unfortunately the installer didn’t take the time to do it right.
Wrap it... probably $300 or less.
Color match looks horrible.. maybe because the top is black then it skips to the gator. Kinda throwing me off
Ive got a rugged ridge rolling hard tonneau for sale if anyone us interested
Looks like a grandpa topper