4 Ideas for Storing Your Jeep Hard Top When Not in Use

1. Clean and Maintain Your Hard Top Before Storing It

Cleaning your hard top and making sure it's in good condition are important before you store it. While you may be in a hurry to remove the top and hit the trails, spending some extra time cleaning it before you store it will work wonders.

Not only will it give you one less job to do before you put the hard top back on, but it will remove grime, dust, salt, and other types of debris that can damage the hard top over time. Once you clean the top you then place it in a storage bag, on a cart, or wherever else you want to store it.

Also, don't forget to clean the rear windows and disconnect any wires or lines that are connected to the rear wiper if you have one.

2. Use a Storage Bag for Accessories

Storage bags are helpful if you need to store the entire hard top or individual pieces and accessories. Let's say you want to go for a drive without the freedom panels on to feel the breeze without having the entire roof off. In this case, you'll want to store your panels properly while they're not in use. Plus, you don't want to lose the pieces since they're smaller than the larger back portion of the hard top.

Luckily, this is where the hard top storage bag comes into play. Companies like RedRock have unique hard top storage bags like the RedRock Freedom Panel Storage Bag, which will shield your hard top from the elements. When choosing a bag, make sure you choose one that's made with durable vinyl on the outside and soft felt on the inside to avoid scratches.

3. Let a Hoist Do the Heavy Lifting

Storing your hard top isn't always about finding the right location, because what's the point in having storage options if you can't take the top off to begin with? While it's easy to remove the freedom panels or take the entire top off with two people, if you’re one person you’re going to have a tough time.

The good news is that this is where storage solutions like the Lange Originals Gen 2 Hoist-A-Cart come into play. Hoists make removing the top of your Jeep a breeze with a simple hand crank system. Options that come with a cart are ideal because you can easily move the hard top to its storage location or even store the hard top with the hoist.

If you don't need a hoist but like the idea of the cart, you can always get a hard top carrier like the Sucro Hard Top Carrier. These carts can serve as storage locations and make it easy to move your hard top into position.

4. Location Matters

The location of your Jeep hard top is also important when you’re storing it because exposure to debris and the elements will reduce its lifespan. This is why we always recommend storing the hard top in a location that's not exposed to the elements.

Temperature and environment are also important, so store your hard top in a location that doesn't go over 50% humidity or 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Overall, the ideal storage location is somewhere with minimal humidity, easy access, and clean conditions.

Using storage bags and carts can make it easier to benefit from a good storage location as well, so keep this in mind.

Keep Your Jeep Hard Top Safe When Not in Use with ExtremeTerrain

Whether you need a storage bag or a more comprehensive storage solution, like a hard top hoist, you'll find it when you shop with ExtremeTerrain. We carry Jeep hard top storage solutions for most years, engine sizes, and trim levels, so you never have to worry about coming up empty-handed.

Filter through our selection of hard top storage options or speak with one of our sales techs to find what you’re looking for today.