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02-05-2018, 08:21 AM
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Hard top lift
Has anyone made or used a hardtop lift similar to this on a k5?
https://www.topliftpros.com Seems like a cool (high dollar) idea. I sent them an email to see if a k5 model is doable. |
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02-05-2018, 01:01 PM
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Re: Hard top lift
Our tops would probably break in half using that...
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02-05-2018, 01:12 PM
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Re: Hard top lift
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I have a jku (soft top) - ran across this while looking at jeep parts and thought it would be nice if it would work for the k5. I appreciate your input - I’ll let you all know how they reply. |
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02-05-2018, 03:31 PM
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Location: Maryville, TN
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Re: Hard top lift
I think our tailgates would keep you from getting far enough in, since Jeep tail gates open to the side and ours fold down.
I have seen some post where guys have fabricated an extension and platform to a cherry picker for a similar style lift. A one man lift for our blazers would be awesome! |
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02-05-2018, 04:03 PM
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Re: Hard top lift
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Man I agree about the 1 man lift. My blazer is far from done but I know I’m not gonna want to be sliding 2xs on my bed rails when it is painted - for the typical hard top lifts I see for our trucks. |
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02-05-2018, 09:18 PM
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Re: Hard top lift
I think the only way to do it is have a carport or garage with a hoist. I’ve seen a few guys on here go that route. Mine is up on the rafters in my shop but I just lifted it up on some 2x4s and chains. It’s heavy, but I did it my self.
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02-06-2018, 07:02 PM
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Re: Hard top lift
My plan is to use a hoist from harbor freight https://www.harborfreight.com/12-ton...ane-60732.html and modify it to lift the top.
What do you guys think? |
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02-06-2018, 07:06 PM
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Re: Hard top lift
My one man lift has 6' padded extensions for the forks.
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02-07-2018, 09:24 AM
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Re: Hard top lift
Same here
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02-07-2018, 09:48 AM
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Re: Hard top lift
another vote for the Bobcat...(top already off in the backgroud) but handy for all lifting needs!
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02-07-2018, 09:55 AM
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Re: Hard top lift
I lost the use of my bobcat for about a month while it was undergoing a rebuild on the axles. After having one since the early 90's I can't imagine my life without one, but I understand not everyone is in the right situation to have one.
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