Parts?

[New Jeep Girl]

Okay so again I am new and I just found out that even though I take my doors off I still need mirrors. SO I have been told to get some relocation brackets. Should I shop online, go to a dealership, or buy from a 4X4 store (closest one being about an hour away)? I also want to get something to lift the hard top off the jeep and store it lifted in my garage. Any ideas, advice, favorite places to buy, maybe even free shipping. I have a 2004. Also might there be anything else I need to purchase before I get a ticket?

THANKS!

 

[currupt4130]

Support your local shop if you can. If that's not an option do the internet. Please don't go to the dealership unless it's an emergency. They will rip you off in a ridiculous way.

 

[TerryMason]

Here's the write-up that I did when installing mine:
http://www.jeepz.com/forum/product-reviews/21627-mirror-movers.html

I don't think that the dealership sells these - I believe it's an aftermarket part. Send a private message to Chuck at Muddy Rocks (Jeepz.com - View Profile: Muddy Rocks Offroad) I'm sure he can get you a good price on them.

 

[Itchee96]

Try quadratec.com also.

 

[redrooster]

There are systems out there for lifting the hardtop like you stated. However, one can be made from parts available at your local home improvement store.
You could use a hand crank boat winch with the locking sprag against the gear so that you can suspend the top. You would also want some stout screw in hooks, a few pulleys and some high grade rope or the wire rope.
Whether you make your own or buy one, make sure you mount the pulleys and hand winch to wall/ceiling studs. Sheet rock alone will not hold.

 

[jay79cj7]

You can get a cheap ($10) replacement mirror at your local auto parts store. They sell one that has an arm on it, and you can just drop a bolt through the end of the arm and into your door hinge. Works well for a buddy of mine.

 

[jbdayojeep]

I bought a set of mirrors from a HD morotcycle shop. The threaded end thru the hinge holes. Easy to remove when you have to put doors back on.

 

[New Jeep Girl]

There are systems out there for lifting the hardtop like you stated. However, one can be made from parts available at your local home improvement store.
You could use a hand crank boat winch with the locking sprag against the gear so that you can suspend the top. You would also want some stout screw in hooks, a few pulleys and some high grade rope or the wire rope.
Whether you make your own or buy one, make sure you mount the pulleys and hand winch to wall/ceiling studs. Sheet rock alone will not hold.

Yeah I would love to but I teach three year olds I dont trust my homemade work. I think its awesome that you can do that though. And yes I do have my stud finder..... his name is Lucas.

okay lame joke but I had to say it. yeah the kids think im funny at least

 

[Muddy Rocks Offroad]

Hey,
I returned your PM. One thing I didn't include was the name of the hardtop hoist I dont have. A good one is made by Lange. They are around $150 I think. Hope that helps.
Chuck