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Softtopper/supertop owners

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by EHam, Jan 22, 2018.

  1. Jan 22, 2018 at 5:28 PM
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    EHam

    EHam [OP] Well-Known Member

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    What does everyone do with the windows or panels when not in use? It's recommended not to leave them attached if the top isn't going to be used for awhile. I can't seem to find a perfect solution.
     
  2. Jan 22, 2018 at 6:20 PM
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    JdevTac

    JdevTac Well-Known Member

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    Put them under the guest bed in my house lol. Seriously there is no good storage solution within the truck. And bending up/folding them isn’t ideal for longevity.

    Edit; for a bestop
     
    Last edited: Jan 23, 2018
  3. Jan 22, 2018 at 6:57 PM
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    sparkystaco

    sparkystaco Well-Known Member

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    Find a beach towel that's big enough, lay towel on clean surface and lay panel on top , roll panel and towel up together so panel doesn't rub against itself.
    That's what we used to do with my buddy's heep panels so they wouldn't scratch themselves.
     
  4. Jan 23, 2018 at 6:03 AM
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    PackCon

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    I make sure my top is clean and dry and I fold it up, cover with a blanket and store in my garage. :notsure:

    No issues with mine.

    I don’t remember Softopper recommending I remove the front and rear windows when storing.
     
  5. Jan 23, 2018 at 8:13 AM
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    EHam

    EHam [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I might try the towel idea. I think the concern is the vinyl cracking in cold weather.
     

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