[rctoyguy]

I just bought an 04, and there are 2 "straps" that look like wide seat belts that are riveted to the top frame (1 on each side). With the top up, they run basically along the top of each rear side window - that's the best way I can think to describe what/where they are...
Anyway, they are shredded on mine to the point of not really existing any more. What are they for? The only thing I could see them doing is keeping the bar behind the front seats getting too far away from the bar at the top back, and I don't see how that could happen anyway..

Can I get just these straps? I don't even know what to search for (what are they called?)

 

[jjvw]

2" nylon webbing. Copy what you see and use new pop rivets to attach.

 

[Neil F.]

Yes they are necessary to keep the rear from sagging. Don't need rivets. Sheet metal screws and washers will hold

 

[sjdavis5761]

Yes-

Straps are part of the soft top sides / rear support frame

 

[rctoyguy]

Suggestions on where I can get nylon webbing? Is that something a Home Depot or Lowe's might have?

 

[gixxerphil]

Google netted this

Flat Nylon Webbing 2 Inch

or try a fabric store...maybe hobby lobby or joann's fabrics type store.

War Eagle btw

 

[TheYankeeMarshal]

I am confused. Does anyone have pics of how they should be? I have two small straps hanging down that are only about 4" wide and 4" long and shredded.

 

[Tiburon]

My straps fell off last year and I've been meaning to replace them but honestly I had forgotten they were gone until I read this thread. Haven't noticed any issues with them gone

 

[gixxerphil]

I am confused. Does anyone have pics of how they should be? I have two small straps hanging down that are only about 4" wide and 4" long and shredded.

The best I can get right now

View attachment 2056345

 

[CarolinaBound]

Lol mine snapped off who knows when... Solution was mini bungee cords to hold them to the roll bar so they didn't flat in the wind with doors off/windows out. Nice to see what they're actually for. Maybe I'll fix it now. The ratchet strap holding down the driver side front corner will stay.

 

[user4574]

Found this link on the other site:

Repairing soft top frame worn/torn webbing - JeepForum.com

Good write up. Going to attempt soon as mine are shot too.

 

[takiniteasy88]

I am confused. Does anyone have pics of how they should be? I have two small straps hanging down that are only about 4" wide and 4" long and shredded.

They are not talking about bra straps, and DAMN if you are using 4" straps you need to see about a reduction. :mooning:

 

[sgpd1sam]

I replaced one of mine with 2" webbing, self tapping screws and finishing washers. I still had one to use as a template. Are you near a dealer where you could poke your head in and take a look to see how they mount up? Not a hard fix at all, maybe drilling out the factory rivets is the hardest.

 

[GRock]

Why are people replacing with 2" ? My factory ones are 3" and need to be replaced..

 

[Airtight]

Why are people replacing with 2" ? My factory ones are 3" and need to be replaced..

I was thinking the same thing. Mine are getting tattered around the rivets and I need new ones. I can find 2" webbing all day, but I haven't found anything wide enough either.

 

[user4574]

I was thinking the same thing. Mine are getting tattered around the rivets and I need new ones. I can find 2" webbing all day, but I haven't found anything wide enough either.

I did mine in 3". .52/foot

 

[lindel]

Straps are about the 3rd or 4th item down. It would be cheaper to just buy your own material.

TJ Soft Top Hardware Replacement Parts ( 97-06 Wrangler )

MOPAR Soft Top Retaining Strap for #2 Bow to #3 Bow Connection - 55176444AB

 

[GRock]

Straps are about the 3rd or 4th item down. It would be cheaper to just buy your own material.

TJ Soft Top Hardware Replacement Parts ( 97-06 Wrangler )

MOPAR Soft Top Retaining Strap for #2 Bow to #3 Bow Connection - 55176444AB

WOW! AT $53.66 & $44.99 PER strap, they can kiss my.....
Thanks for the link though, I'm going to keep looking for some 3" straps. If anybody finds a link, let us know.

 

[GRock]

I did mine in 3". .52/foot

Do you have a link?

 

[user4574]

Do you have a link?

Underlines mean it's a link.