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      Hey, what's up guys, I'm Ryan from ExtremeTerrain and today I'm here with the Smittybilt windshield header, fitting your '97 to '06 Wrangler TJ. That's going to be for the TJ owner that's looking for an affordable and quality header channel, to install with their bikini or safari top. This is a quick and easy to install header channel that's going to get your top up and on in no time. This this very well built and durable and it does its job just like it should. Now, this is a direct bolt on, so there's no drilling required as it just clamps onto your windshield channel. It is made of high grade steel for strength and has a black powder coating which is going to provide corrosion resistance and of course a sleek look. Now this comes as a complete kit ready to install and is currently your most affordable option on the site, at around $40. As far as install goes, I'm going to give it a one out of three wrenches on the difficulty meter, since you can install this in about 20 minutes using basic hand tools. Now with that being said, let's hop into the install. So, we're going to use a half inch wrench to remove our clamps from the header channel and then we'll get the header channel on and the clamps installed. We're going to do the same thing for the other side. Once you have those clamps removed, you're going to slide the header channel over the top of your windshield frame. We're going to seat that down and then we'll reinstall our clamps. So, we're going to install our clamps with the hook side into our windshield from and then we're going to reinstall those bolts. We're going to leave this one loose for now and do the same thing for the other side. So with both our our clamps installed and our bolts finger tight, we're going to use that half inch wrench to tighten them up. Now, we're going to go back and forth between each side and we want to make sure that this header channel is firmly pushed forward and seats properly. Do a few turns on that side and then we'll go to the other side and do the same thing. So that's going to wrap up my review and install. For more videos like this, check us out at extremeterrain.com.

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      Jeep Wrangler TJ Smittybilt Windshield Header (1997-2006) Review & Install

      Jeep Wrangler TJ Smittybilt Windshield Header (1997-2006) Review & Install

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      Product Information

      Features, Description, Reviews, Q&A, Specs & Installation

      Features

      • Windshield Header
      • Black
      • Steel Construction
      • Black Powder Coated to Protect Against Elements
      • Fast Installation That Requires No Drilling
      • For Use with Bikini & Safari Tops
      • Clamps and Bolts are Included
      • Fits 1997-2006 Wrangler TJ

      Description

      Quality Construction. This Smittybilt black windshield header is the part you need if you are looking to add a bikini top or summer brief to your Jeep. This windshield header is constructed from a high grade steel to insure durability throughout your wheeling adventures.

      Special Features & Accessories. The Smittybilt windshield header has been treated with a black powder coating to protect it from the elements. Installation is a breeze seeing as how there is no drilling required. Just put the included clamps and bolts in place and your ready to go. Be sure to look at Smittybilt extended brief top and standard top for tops that can be used the Smittybilt windshield header.

      Application. The Smittybilt Windshield Header is designed for installing Bikini tops on 1997-2006 Wrangler YJ and TJ.

      Fitment:

      Details

      Smittybilt 90104

      CA Residents: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

      Installation & What's in the Box

      Installation Info

      What's in the Box

      • Windshield Channel
      • (2) Clamps
      • (2) Bolts

      Tech Specs

      4.7

      Customer Reviews (104)

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      Review Summary

      4.7 out of 5 overall ratings from 104 customers

      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Aug 12, 2024

      5
      2004 Rubicon - DiFrey
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Fits Perfectly

      Fit perfectly, BUT should have been told when ordering the new sun shade from the same company that this piece was necessary. Poor communication on the part of ET.

      Fit 5/5
      Quality 5/5
      Bang For Your Buck 3/5

      Jun 18, 2024

      5
      2000 Wrangler - SDBush
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Summer ready!

      Getting ready for summer with my jeep! Installed bikini top with the help of the windshield header. It was just as advertised. It instilled flawlessly. The only thing I would say is larger and better illustrations.

      Fit 5/5
      Quality 5/5
      Bang For Your Buck 5/5

      Jul 10, 2021

      5
      1998 Wrangler - JBarber
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Excellent fit

      Fit perfect and easy to put on the Jeep. Exactly as described and expected. Came quicker than expected

      Fit 5/5
      Quality 5/5
      Bang For Your Buck 5/5

      May 11, 2021

      5
      2006 Wrangler - yellowbee
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      yellow bee

      got it on time, was easy to install after taking the hard top off took less than 10 min. to install. was happy with the material it was made of,

      Fit 0/5
      Quality 0/5
      Bang For Your Buck 0/5

      Mar 8, 2021

      5
      2002 Wrangler - Harmer52
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Great product

      This product was a very good price and easy to install.

      Fit 4/5
      Quality 4/5
      Bang For Your Buck 5/5

      Dec 19, 2020

      5
      2002 Wrangler - ChrissieD
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Easy install

      Good fit and so easy to install ?? Only took about 10 start to finish.

      Fit 0/5
      Quality 0/5
      Bang For Your Buck 0/5

      Dec 16, 2020

      5
      1998 Wrangler - Swampape
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Header bar

      Fit perfectly easy to install. Took less than an hour. Can’t wait till summer to use the top

      Fit 5/5
      Quality 5/5
      Bang For Your Buck 5/5

      Sep 13, 2020

      5
      2004 Wrangler - Rvmotomadness
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Header above the rest!

      I’ve used many of these header mounts over the years. This Smittybilt mount is the easiest I’ve used. The easy mounting made this a 5 min install. My bikini top for perfect. Awesome product!!

      Fit 5/5
      Quality 5/5
      Bang For Your Buck 5/5

      Aug 20, 2020

      5
      2000 Wrangler - H2obullet
      Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour

      Love it

      Was very concerned when I had originally saw how small the clamps were but sure enough it was easy to install and looks super good ??

      Fit 5/5
      Quality 5/5
      Bang For Your Buck 5/5

      Jul 7, 2020

      5
      2004 Wrangler - JWag

      Header

      This is a must have for bikini top. Installs quickly, and so far works great.

      Fit 0/5
      Quality 0/5
      Bang For Your Buck 0/5

      Questions & Answers (6)

      5 Top Rated Questions

      Q:  Will this header work with the Rampage frameless top?

      A: The Smittybilt headers are meant to work with the Smittybilt tops only.

      Q:  will this header work with older best top

      A: Unfortunately, this windshieldheader was designed to work with Smittybilts Safari & Bikini tops and will not be compatible with a Bestop brand soft top. 

      Q:  If I were to get a Smittybuilt extended brief top, would I also need a Smittybuilt header even if I already have a windshield header from Bestop?

      A: Yes, the Smittybilt Extended Brief Top will require theSmittybilt Windshield Header. 

      Q:  Will the work for the original soft top?

      A: This will not work with the OEM soft top.

      Q:  Will this work with the smittybuilt soft top 9970235

      A: The Smittybilt Windshield Header is designed for installing Bikini tops only and would not work on the full replacement top.

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