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Problems with soft top hardware - can it be fixed?

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#1 ·
I bought this jeep a few weeks ago, knowing that the top wasn't great. I found 2 broken parts. Could you look at it and tell me how to figure out their names and if I can buy them separately and where)? I know I need a new top in the near future (fabric has a small hole, zippers are not that great anymore) but I was trying to wait until next year. Basically, I would prefer a cheap fix if possible. I attached some pics.

The first 2 pics show the broken plastic part behind the driver's door. The next 2 pics are taken from the passenger side. I guess the last one is self-explanatory;-)
 

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#2 ·
I see you have only a few posts, so WELCOME!... A quick Google search came up with this Jeep Soft Top (OEM) Jeep Wrangler TJ 1997-2006 .... Since it looks like the cheap plastic stuff, pay a visit to a Jeep dealer and point out what you are looking for too.... they can atleast give you a part # to research online
 
#4 ·
Thank you. I tried the Jeep dealer but they wanted to sell me a new top.:rolleyes: I have a guy that would repair it but I need the correct part(s).

Following your link it seems like I need number 11 for the broken part in the 1st 2 pictures, although I am not totally sure. The broken thing in picture 3 and 4 I can't find.
 
#3 ·
Shoot... if you want a quick fix, mix up some epoxy and "glue" it back together... You are only looking for a year out of it right?
 
#5 ·
Do a search. It looks like my style of soft top. I have seen hardware kits for the sort tops but not individual parts. And glue will not work sad to say.
You need a Bestop front support bow for one. Try Bestop.com or an authorized Bestop Dealer
Myself I did find a part (1/2 door channel) for mine on E-Bay after a while.
Good luck or buy a new top and all.
 
#6 ·
My problem is that my hardware does not look like the factory one. Part 11 looks like it is held together with screws but mine is just plastic w/out screws and is moveable w/in the rail. I just sent an email with the pics to Bestop. If anyone's top looks like mine - please let me know the name of the manufacturer and the model.

If I can't figure out which parts to get I'll try to superglue the broken part in pic 1 and 2. Pics 3 and 4 is mainly cosmetic, I unscrewed it, brought it back in its usual plastic holding, and screwed it back together. Still, if it could be repaired it would be better . . . (I'll check on the front support bow.)

Thanks @all who responded for your input.
 
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