Lange Originals Power Jeep Wrangler JL 4 Door Top Hoist (2018-Current) – 120V Electric Easy Garage Mounted Hardtop Removal and Storage System – One-Person Lift

Lange Hoist-A-Top Power for JK is excellent! Unit it came well packaged, everything was included. Youtube instructions are a bit different for this model than the printed instructions. For the most part, the video is useful to get an idea of what you're doing ahead of time, but the parts that came with this are a little different (probably updated) and so you'll need to follow the printed instructions. Also the safety stop is a bit confusing but effectively you'll fasten that as a last step (although you need to have the safety stop in your cable before you route your cable through the pulley). Once you get the lift all the way to the max spot on your roof, just back the lift down one inch, now install the cable nuts on either side of your safety stop (one an each side) and now your safety stop will be in the correct location. Everything else was fairly straightforward as described in the instructions. To balance, I placed the rear pulley cable in the rear-most hole. It will seem very unbalanced, but keep in mind that the "freedom tops" are part of the balancing so once you've placed the freedom tops into the hoist, the unit will now be balanced. The rear hook that goes inside the window should be placed dead-center so that the unit will balance in the other direction. Once it was installed, this unit exceeded my expectations. It operates confidently, does the job perfectly and holds the top in place. I'm glad I purchased this.

As per the usual on this kind of product, the instructions are lacking. I suggest watching a Youtube video in combination with the written instructions. Definitely install this thing to a 2x6 screwed into your studs as it A) will be more secure and B) will let you more accurately line this thing up with where you want it in your garage. It really requires two people, in my opinion, to install this. Mostly for the measuring out of where the unit and the pullys go. Once installed, though, it works great!

I was disappointed in the attachment for the back of the roof. Could be a little wider. You have to have the back hook disassembled, fish it through the back hatch window and then thread the nut onto the hoist. Hoist works good once you get past that part.

Always skeptical of these miracle working gadgets on line, but this lift works exactly as advertised. It's a one person job both on and off. Total time ( if you are clumsy like me) about 20 minutes, less if you know the difference between a wrench and a screw driver ( I some times get confused.) Lift installation takes longer and is a two person job. Included DVD helps. Great product, happy with the purchase.

I have a very tall garage ceiling and it still works great. Instructions are lacking, but we figured it out. Took a few hours and maybe a couple extra holes to install. Good quality hoist and my 2012 JKU top fits great.

We installed the winch and system per the instructions and each time I use it the cable system seems to birdnest(bunch up on one side or cross over) It does not seem to track left to right. There are no guides or anything to help pull the cable to avoid this. We adjusted the pully system multiple time, but cannot get it to stop that bunching up and tracking issue to stop. It lifts the roof and doors, but I am concerned that the cable will hang up on itself over time with the non tracking. Almost looks like it needs a second pully for tracking.

One attempt at removing my hard top was enough for me. My wife is about as helpful as screen doors on a submarine for assistance so I was left with a few options. A friend has the manual labor version that works fine but let's face it, it is not as much fun as a power winch and does add a few more steps to the process than pushing the button and watching it go. The system balances well and keeps the top level even in the up position (get a milk jug for an empty rack). About the only improvement I could suggest is to make the arms fold down and a quick release hook for storage during the winter months. Right now it is just hanging there like an albatross mocking my inability to remove the top without my sanity being in question.

Bought so we can store a Jeep JKU top in the garage. Install is a 3-4 hour DIY to do it right. There are several “how to” videos available online. Measure the width between your ceiling joists first, get a 2x4 and several long wood screws from the hardware store, and cut two appropriately-sized support pieces to secure the hoist and the pulley to the overhead before you start. You will need a helper on a second ladder to get the hoist installed on its bracket.