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Old 06-10-2014, 02:24 AM
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So i am ordering my 2015 jeep wrangler while stationed over seas and am stuck in a pickle. I'm trying to decided if i should get the soft top and hard top combo package or should i just get the soft top and purchase the hard top later?

Anyone have any suggestions?
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Personally I would go for the factory hardtop that way you will get the necessary wiring and controls, factory warranty and if its a painted top the color will match.
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Originally Posted by OH9JK
Personally I would go for the factory hardtop that way you will get the necessary wiring and controls, factory warranty and if its a painted top the color will match.
i didn't even think about the wiring. Im glad i posted on here
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Yup def get the hard top
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Get the combo!!!
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If it was me, I'd order it with the hard top and then pick up a soft top from Craigslist. Around here, brand new soft tops go for around $500 and there are a bunch of them.

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Originally Posted by Deke
If it was me, I'd order it with the hard top and then pick up a soft top from Craigslist. Around here, brand new soft tops go for around $500 and there are a bunch of them. -Deke
Yup. That's what I did. Also, I have heard that to install the switches for the rear wiper/washer runs about $300.
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Not to mention the hardtop is like a $1200 option or something when buying the jeep, but is like $2800 to buy aftermarket.

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I gotta say +1 to Deke. I ordered with the hardtop and got a nearly new factory soft top on Craigslist for $300. If you go this route make sure you get every part. That includes the door surrounds and the rear window hold downs. I have an 08 top on my 14 and it all fits and works great. You will have to order the Softtop attachment points that attach to your roll bar and are the pivot points for your soft top bow. About $50 on ebay. See if you can get the seller to throw those in!
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If you're gonna get the hardtop factory is definitely the most economically sound decision. I'm in Florida and don't have a hard top or a need for one.


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