Originally Posted by gons041

As its always hot down here in Florida, I was bored this week and looked into getting a bikini top for my jeep. But the cheapest option is at least $50, and I'm cheap so I decided to make my own. In the end it only took a few hours while watching tv, so its not that bad.

Needed:
Some mesh fabric from your local craft store(~4'x3') $14
Basic black cloth, (only about 1'x1') - I had some lying around
Needle/Thread $2
Small Velcro ties $3
5 Small bungee cords - I had some lying around (I saw some packs at walmart with 20 cords for only $5)

I cut the mesh to fit above the driver/passenger, I think its about 48"x29" (I got a 6' long section of mesh to start with)

Along the front I attached 3 velcro wrap ties corresponding with the three hooks above the windshield, I cut a third off the large end and glued that on top while gluing the other 2/3 on the bottom with a third hanging off the end (this will wrap around the hooks above the windshield). I reinforced the glue with some stitching, This took the longest cause I don't really know how to sow and the material is very thick.

Along the back and side I added some more attachment points for the bungee cords using the black fabric and some more stitching. (see pics)

So far it has worked great, keeps the sun off of me, and doesn't flap around much in the wind even up to about 70mph

Let me know what you think.

Originally Posted by RubiCLONE

I might try this. The brass grommets are a good idea.