Yep, I'm all over this. Taking measurements now. Thanks for an awesome write up.

I have a hoist for my old TJ, I wonder if I can modify it to work with the Unlimited JK.

K

 

Has anyone found a place online to order the T-plate (b-line.com part #B532 or Superstrut part #AB-261). All I could find is the L brackets.

 

go to your local electric store, the channel iron is commonly used for running wiring, thats where i got mine

 

I used the two-hole splice plate & have no problems. I keep an eye on the botlt that could pull through the end of the channel & make sure it's tight. I would go with the three-hole or four-hole splice plate if you can get them. More bolts to keep from sliding.

The T-shape is a bit overkill since there's no bending side-to-side at the connections.

WOW, I just looked at the B-Line site & saw all the stuff that is available. They have trolley wheels, gusset plates, etc. Now I've got some wheels turning.

 

I found the t-plate at fastenal dot com for $11 bucks. They will have it on monday and have locations all over the place. Also, I dipped my hooks in plasticote to protect the top. I just hope they are going to be long enough! I went down the street and was measuring my neighbors rubi (who I have not met yet) hoping he didn't chase off some stranger (me) with a glock cause I was by his jeep. You never know in South Florida!!!

 

here's mine.. it took a weekend to do because my power tools weren't here. cutting by hand really itsn't fun
don't look at the date stamps, the camera was losing power and acting up

 

Thanks for sharing. I'm not sure what the rating is on that chain but it looks like you may want something a little more heavy duty

 

the chain is rated for like 300lbs.
it is playground chain, works great. held me up on the wood and i know i weight more than the the top.

 

has anyone made a hoist for a 2 door with the freedom top? it would be similar to the 4 door but still different.

just curious

thanks

 

i think i saw one on here somewhere. it is just like ours for the four door except it isn't in the shape of a T, just in the shape of an I. it hooked up in the back and front only since it doesn't have a hangover part for the rear passengers