I am using factory bows that were from overseas that accommodate hard doors. As far as the fitting I’m having issues with it lining up front to back. I need a little for slack to get it in the right position.
TROA soft tops and parts, Q&A thread (4 Viewers)
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I also spoke with one of the guys that works for them and he asked me to send some videos so they could identify the problem. I just haven’t had time yet.
Buffchief
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Ok thanks. Hopefully it can be corrected easily . Dont force it!
Buffchief
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are the above door "Slide" supports adjusted right? I believe they can be shortened or widened a bit? I could be wrong but i know mine are two piece like the ones on my hard top. if so you may be able to bring the rails behind doors forward as long as it doesn't effect your door sill. Possibly!
Buffchief
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I believe they do if you request it for additional $$
How does the TROA top/kit compare to the Bestop?
I'm undertaking a tub replacement/installing an aluminum tub/cowl and pondering buying a kit before I paint it and install any necessary hardware
RevISK
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I can't speak to the quality of Bestops as I don't really have any experience with them. I do know that they look like they belong on a jeep because they are made for jeeps. They must be doing something right though, they've been around since 1954.
Why I went with a TROA was the function of the roll up sides and windows and the fit/function/look/similarity to the OEM soft tops. Columbia had a large industry finishing LandCruisers that came into country as part of a trade/import agreements so there is a pedigree to a degree there.
Not sure! Need to look into that. Thanks for the feedback.
I have a '72 FST with soft doors and if I purchased a TROA soft top, can I get matching fabric for my FST soft doors?
Camotubebender
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My Troa top fits the same as cims on that first bow- I could stretch it to get it snapped which works ok but it sucks.
Also its at least 3 inches too wide across the top of the windshield frame.
And the material they use for the rear straps is smooth and slippery so the straps come loose and untie when you drive down the road.
Also its at least 3 inches too wide across the top of the windshield frame.
And the material they use for the rear straps is smooth and slippery so the straps come loose and untie when you drive down the road.
Camotubebender
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It does fit nice above the doors tho
Camotubebender
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This is an older Troa top that is all around better quality and it fits good except above the doors. The rear tie down strap material is a lot thicker with a course texture so it stays tied.
This is the top off the orange 40 in the EBay ad
This is the top off the orange 40 in the EBay ad
RevISK
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@Camotubebender thank you for your input and experience, that’s what this thread is for.
My loops were actually sewn a bit aft so it stretched out the front section a bit.
As for the wide front, I’ve spoken to them about that, hopefully they are fixing it. I solved it by folding the corners over and putting a grommet through both layers, see below.
My straps hold fine but I see what you mean, it’s like both the straps and hardware are smooth. I was concerned about this but it hasn’t been an issue.
To be clear, I don’t work for or represent TROA. I actually became a distributor after many back and forth conversations about how I felt they needed to improve. I have some reviews coming up on some of their body parts, stay tuned.
My loops were actually sewn a bit aft so it stretched out the front section a bit.
As for the wide front, I’ve spoken to them about that, hopefully they are fixing it. I solved it by folding the corners over and putting a grommet through both layers, see below.
My straps hold fine but I see what you mean, it’s like both the straps and hardware are smooth. I was concerned about this but it hasn’t been an issue.
To be clear, I don’t work for or represent TROA. I actually became a distributor after many back and forth conversations about how I felt they needed to improve. I have some reviews coming up on some of their body parts, stay tuned.
Camotubebender
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The folded over corners look good on yours, when I tried that the doors would catch when opening/closing. I see you double your straps over too that helps a bit. I put the turn buckles higher on the quarters than you did and raised the bows up an inch or so. I think Troa makes the tops with a little extra length all the way around because then they will be acceptable-if they are short anywhere they will get more returns
