Bestop Trektop NX with Tinted Windows without Doors in Black Twill

With the Trektop NX that is made by Bestop you have a soft top with innovation and versatility.  You also have a soft top that has its own style.  On those days when the sun is shining and the wind is blowing you might want to fold the sun roof back to feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your skin.  With the sun roof folded back, if you take the windows out, the top will then function as a Safari top.  Then again, you can always leave the windows in and the sun roof closed for a full soft top on those cold or rainy days.

The Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black twill that is made by Bestop comes in a kit that has everything in it that you will need.  You will get the fabric of the top that is high quality and quite durable.  You will also get door surrounds in the factory style as well as windows that have been tinted to a DOT approved 31% and are removable.  You also get the channel for the windshield as well as a tail gate bar.  Because the top will get its shape from resting on the factory installed roll bar, the look that your Jeep will have with the Trektop NX is one that is stylish and sporty.

Bestop didn’t stop there though.  This top will work with a variety of doors.  You can use the Element doors, the 2 piece doors that are made by Bestop or even your factory installed full steel doors.  No matter where you go, the Trektop NX that is made by Bestop will make your Jeep stand out from the rest!  What’s more?  Bestop made sure that they covered the Trektop NX with a warranty that is good for 2 years.

Features at a Glance

• The Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black twill that is made by Bestop comes to you complete with a warranty that is good for a full 2 years
• With the tail gate bar that is included with the Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black twill by Bestop you will be able to gain access to the rear cargo area of your Jeep without having to open the back window
• The Bestop made Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black twill has been made from a fabric that is resistant to mildew.  This fabric has multiple layers and it will retain its shape regardless of what the temperature is.  It has also been UV treated to be resistant to fading from the harsh rays of the sun
   

 

Bestop Trektop NX with Tinted Windows without Doors in Black Diamond

With the Trektop NX that is made by Bestop you will have a soft top that is versatile.  If you want to catch some sun and feel the wind in your hair you can easily just fold back the sun roof.  To take it to the next level and use the top as a Safari top, just take the windows out with the sun roof open.  Then again, unfortunately, there are days when it rains and for those days you can use this top as a full soft top.  Bestop makes this Trektop NX with tinted windows as a kit that comes with everything that you will need for a safe and proper installation.  It includes the soft top fabric that is high quality and very durable along with door surrounds that are fashioned in the factory style, windows that have been tinted to a DOT approved 31% and are removable, a windshield channel and a tail gate bar.  The Trektop NX rests on our factory installed roll bars and this is what gives it the sporty fastback look that will instantly transform your Jeep’s style.

To allow for an even more custom look, the Trektop NX works in conjunction with the Element Jeep doors, any of the 2 piece doors that are made by Bestop or your factory installed steel doors.  This soft top is covered by a warranty that is good for 2 years.

Features at a Glance

• The Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black diamond that is made by Bestop comes to you complete with a warranty that is good for a full 2 years.
• The Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black diamond by Bestop includes a tail gate bar that will allow you to have easy access to your rear cargo area while not needing to open the back window
• The fabric that is used for this Bestop Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black diamond is resistant to mildew.  It is a fabric that consists of multiple layers.  This fabric will retain its shape regardless of the temperature.  It has also been UV treated to make it resistant to fading from the harsh rays of the sun
• The Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black diamond that is made y Bestop has a built in sun roof that will allow you to be able to experience open air driving when the mood strikes you
• The Trektop NX with tinted windows without doors in black diamond by Bestop has a unique style.  It is bowless and will transform your Jeep into one that has the look of a race back

 

 

Bestop Supertop NX with Tinted Windows without Doors in Black Diamond

The Supertop NX with tinted windows and without doors is made by Bestop and is available in black diamond.  With this soft top you get versatility and innovation.  When you just want to feel a bit of the breeze simply fold the sun roof back.  For those days when you want full exposure you can drop the top and ride with the wind.  Bestop is known as being one of the best manufacturers of soft tops in the industry and with this one you will be adding a custom style to your Jeep.

This Supertop NX has tinted windows.  They have been tinted to a DOT approved 31%.  The fabric is black diamond and has been UV treated so that it will be resistant to fading from the harsh rays of the sun.  It is a high quality fabric and is also resistant to mildew.  This fabric has a black diamond pattern.  The hardware for this soft top by Bestop is in the factory style.  It is made with a type of stainless steel that has a high strength.  The windshield channel and the door surrounds are both in the factory style too.  As far as removal goes, Bestop added some bow knuckles of the quick release style to make removal quick and easy.

Whether you are in the market for a new soft top because your existing one is ragged out and an embarrassment to your Jeep or if you are looking for a lightweight option to your Jeep hard top, this top that is made by Bestop is just what you need.  Have the versatility to change the entire look of your Jeep simply by folding the top back.  The Supertop NX with tinted windows and without doors comes with a warranty that is good for a full 2 years.

Features at a Glance

• The Supertop NX with tinted windows and without doors in black diamond that is made by Bestop comes to you complete with a warranty that is good for 2 years.
• When you fold the Supertop NX down it stores easily behind the rear seat in you Jeep
• Models from 1997 and up include the sun roof feature
• All of the hardware for the Supertop NX with tinted windows and without doors that is made by Bestop is made from stainless steel or a composite plastic as with the factory hardware
• The fabric that is used for this top is high quality.  It has been UV treated so as to be resistant to fading from the harsh rays of the sun.  It is also resistant to mildew
• Bestop has included everything that you will need for this top in one convenient kit

Bestop Supertop NX with Tinted Windows in Black Diamond

With the Supertop NX that is made by Bestop you have the ability to drop the top to get that full exposure or you can just fold the sun roof back for those times when you just want to feel the wind through your hair.  Bestop is one of the most well-known and well respected names in the industry and with this top on your Jeep, you will know exactly why that is.  This soft top will add no just versatility but also a custom style to any Jeep.

The Supertop NX has been made from a top quality fabric that is resistant to mildew.  It has hardware that is in the style of your original factory hardware as well as a steel construction that is high strength.  The door surrounds are in the factory style as is the windshield channel.  The windows are tinted to a DOT approved 31%.  Easy removal is achieved with the use of the bow knuckles that are the quick release type.

Whether you are in the market for a new soft top because you wrecked the old one on the trail or you just want the Jeep to be lighter without that 200 pound hard top, the Supertop NX is the top for you.  It is backed by a warranty that is good for 2 years too!

Features at a Glance

• The Supertop NX with tinted windows in black diamond that is made by Bestop comes to you complete with a warranty that is good for 2 years
• The Supertop NX with tinted windows in black diamond by Bestop folds down and can fit directly behind your rear seat
• Most models of the Bestop Supertop NX with tinted windows in black diamond include an instant sun roof feature
• The Supertop NX with tinted windows in black diamond that is made by Bestop has hardware that is made from tough steel
• The Supertop NX with tinted windows in black diamond by Bestop also has hardware that has been constructed from composite plastic in the OEM style
• The Bestop Supertop NX with tinted windows in black diamond has fabric that is resistant to mildew
• The Supertop NX with tinted windows in black diamond that is made by Bestop has fabric that is of a very high quality and has been UV treated in order for it to be resistant to fading from the sun
• In short, this Bestop Supertop NX with tinted windows in black diamond has everything in it that you will ever need in a kit for a complete soft top.

Please note

With the Supertop NX, there is a sun roof feature.  However, this feature is only available for models from 1997 – 2015.

 

Bestop Rolling Hardtop and Door Organized Storage System in Black

The Palm Desert has an average amount of rain fall that is .00000001 inches per year.  Unless you live there then you might find it more than a bit handy to have a hardtop for your Jeep handy for those days – or seasons – when it rains more than you see the sun.  However, keeping a hardtop laying around means that half of the space in your garage is taken up by a top most of the year.  You really do not have to sacrifice all of that space though when you have the Hoss Hardtop Storage System that Bestop makes.

This storage system has been designed specifically to work with your factory style Jeep hard top.  This system makes storing your hard top simple and less space consuming since it stores the top in an upright position.  This cart is padded and will connect to your hard top even while it is still on your Jeep.  It will support the rear window while allowing you and your friends to safely take the top off of your Jeep.  Once you get the top removed, the cart is equipped with 4 casters that are heavy duty so that you can wheel it to where ever you plan to store it.

The Hoss Hard Top Cart made by Bestop doesn’t just store your top though.  This is a customizable and modular storage system.  You have the option to upgrade the system with a door cart that is padded and will allow for the storage of your metal doors.  There is also an available cover that is resistant to the weather.  This upgrade comes with a tool caddy as well as a duffle to store your windows.  Best of all?  This system comes to you with a warranty that is good for a year.

Features at a Glance

·         This rolling storage system comes to you complete with a warranty that is good for a year

·         The cover that is resistant to weather and is an optional upgrade will keep all of your gear protected from the weather and comes complete with a tool caddy as well as a duffle for storing your windows

·         Also optional is a padded door organizer.  This will safely store your steel doors while protecting them from scratches

·         This storage cart was made to be fully modular and easy to personalize to fit your specific storage needs

·         This storage system comes to you complete with storage space for all of your cleaners, parts and soft goods

·         There is a support bar that is built in and this is what will support your rear window while not necessitating the use of any sort of clamps

 

Bestop HighRock 4x4 High Access Front Winch Bumper

Bestop has been in the business of making the best aftermarket parts and accessories for Jeeps and trucks for more than 50 years.  It all started in an upholstery making shop located in Boulder, CO.  They began making replacement tops meant for WWII Jeeps and the rest – as they say – is history.  It didn’t take very long at all for the tops to become the most popular item being made there.  Jeep enthusiasts were able to instantly recognize the superior quality and engineering.  A worldwide reputation for making the best Jeep tops quickly ensued.

Bestop moved very quickly to become the leader of the pack when it came to Jeep tops.  In fact, since 1986, they have been they manufacturer of factory original Jeep tops.  As such, they are positioned right on the front line and make the replacement Jeep parts and accessories with the most impeccable style, fit and function.

Each one of the products that are made by Bestop have the OEM goals focused on.  Bestop goes the distance to create products that are innovative while using perfect workmanship and promoting attention to detail that is absolutely unwavering.  They use only the best of materials and adhere strictly to factory guidelines and by doing such they ensure that you get the highest quality and best fitting parts and accessories that money can buy.

The HighRock 4x4 High Access Front Winch Bumper was made to give you an amazingly high ground clearance.  It sheds your factory anchor in order to accomplish this feat.  Made from laser cut steel that has a thickness of 3/16 of an inch, it has been finished with a black powder coat that will stand up to whatever hazards you may come into contact with on or off road. 

Features at a Glance

·         This bumper is backed by a full 1 year warranty

·         When you want a perfect match for that Bestop HighRock rear bumper – this is it

·         Comes to you finished with a durable powder coat in black

·         Installation is easy and requires no drilling, cutting or welding.  Simply bolt it on in place of your factory installed bumper

·         Many options are available for this bumper including lights, D rings, an approach roller and even different finishes

·         Because of the modular design, you can mount it exactly how you need it

·         Comes complete with attachment points for D rings

·         Bumper is winch ready and includes a fairlead plate as well as a mounting surface that is flat

·         Made from laser cut steel that has a thickness of 3/16 of an inch

·         Frame mount points are MIG welded

·         Made specifically for those who enjoy rock crawling

·         Provides maximum clearance for off road treks

Bestop Door Surround Kit

Stop and think for a minute about your Jeep. Now, if you will, concentrate on the doors. Yes, they allow you to get into and out of your Jeep, but do they serve any other purpose? Yes, they do. They also help to keep the interior of your Jeep protected from the elements while also giving you the ability to keep all of the valuables stored in your Jeep safe from prying eyes and sticky fingers. Additionally, they add and can also take away from the style of your Jeep.

Accessorize

Speaking of doors, there are all sorts of accessories that are available for Jeep doors. One great example is the Bestop door surround. The door surrounds that Bestop makes are sold in kits. They are made to manufacturer specs so you will know automatically that they will be a perfect fit for your Jeep. They will work with any of the OE soft tops and they are also compatible with the Bestop Supertop NX. These door surrounds can add a more finished and custom look to your Jeep while also providing a tight seal between the doors and the surfaces that surround them. These door surrounds are made from raw polypropylene. This is a type of long lasting material that has also been stuffed with fiberglass in order to make it extremely durable. These kits are great for use with soft tops.

What does it come with?

The Bestop door surround kits come complete with all of the necessary surround knobs as well as the tailgate bars. They are for all four of the Jeep’s doors. The top arcs are provided along with the clips that will allow for passengers to have their windows open without having to mess with any of the zippers. This also makes for a great way to keep your valuables safe inside the cab of your Jeep too.

Bestop has made huge contributions to the world of Jeeps and they continue to do so on a daily basis. Some of the highest priorities for Bestop are the convenience and happiness of their customers. This is something that you can truly tell with these door surround kits. There were similar kits released back in 2010 and if you have had any experience with those particular kits then you are already familiar with how these work.

These door surround kits are very sturdy and have the ability to retain their shape no matter what the weather is. Regardless of either the climate or the terrain, these kits will get you through it. The Bestop door surround kits can be used with your OEM doors or even with replacement doors. Check them out today!

Bestop – The Best Source for Jeep and Trucks Parts and Accessories

Popularly known for its line of Jeep tops, Bestop Inc also manufactures other accessories for Jeeps and trucks that are stylish, useful and of value.  The company’s 50 years of service is founded with determination, perseverance and dedication to produce high quality and innovative products.

Following are the line of products manufactured by Bestop.

Soft Tops

Their soft tops comprise of the factory replacement Replace-a-Top, the Halftop, Sunrider, Supertop and Tigertop in fabric; windows and hardware included in the last three tops.  Fitting the factory original hardware is the Replace-a-Top while the well-known Halftop is a mixture of the best qualities of Windjammer, Bikini and Duster Deck Cover.   

Hard Tops

Bestop offers the 1-piece and 2-piece hard tops for Jeep.  The 2-piece top features an inventive design where you can remove the front cockpit cover easily and keep it in the elective roof rack.  Alternatively, the 1-piece top provides your Jeep a classic appeal.  Other features of the hardtops include:  rear window defroster; dome light; automotive grade washable headliner; molded-in gel coat for UV resistant color; and overhead mesh/molded packets. 

Jeep Seats

Offering numerous styles of front bucket Jeep seats and rear benches is the stylish and convenient TrailMax Jeep seats.  These also come in different fabric and vinyl color choices.  The Jeep seats install to factory risers and are completely assembled.  A mounting hardware is included in your purchase.   

Windows and Doors

Windows and door kits are aplenty.  There is the Tinted Window Kits that protect you from sun exposure.  Other window and door kits are Half Doors which are dirt and debris resistant; Upper Door Sliders that include sliding glass windows; and Mesh Window Kits that aerate the soft top.  The Mesh and Tinted Window Kits have two sides and a rear window.  Door kits are sold in pair.

Jeep Parts and Accessories

Other parts and accessories produced by Bestop include:  Fender Flares; Oversize Tire Carrier; Color-matching Tire Cover and Bikini Top.  They also manufacture accessory items for import vehicles.

Cleaner and Protectant

These products are made to offer customers a complete protection and cleaning system that will eliminate the sturdiest soils and ward off grease, mildew and dust from the tops and accessories of your vehicle. 

Bestop also produce sidebars, steps and bumpers.

In Search for a Summer Jeep Top to Suit Your Needs

I have a Jeep with a hard top.  It was superb and durable and gave me the protection I needed.  However, it was not advisable for summer.  I asked a friend on what Jeep top is appropriate and he suggested I purchase a summertop:  the  Bestop Bikini or Safari Top.  I went to a Jeep accessories and parts dealer and look for these two summer tops.  Here is what I found out.

The Bikini Jeep top protects the front area, the reason why it was named such.  This top gives you the opportunity to feel the air.  It also protects you from intermittent rainfall, dust and getting sunburn.  It is also easy to install; however, your passengers are not protected from dirt, dust, falling debris and the scorching heat of the sun.

The Safari Jeep top covers both the front and rear seats.  Thus, you do not need to worry of flying debris, dirt or dust to hurt your passengers.  They also get protected from the sun’s heat and erratic rainwater. 

Advantages of a Summer Jeep Top

·         It gives you the opportunity to enjoy the open air without getting sunburned and wet from irregular rain showers. 

·         You get to see a lot of what is ahead like the panoramic view.

·         It costs less than hard tops.

Disadvantages of a Summer Jeep Top

·         It does not give you much shield during sudden change of climate as well as from insects and flying objects.

·         The windshield channel will have to be removed if you want to reinstall your hard top or soft top.

Who Should Get a Summer Jeep Top

·         those who live in dry climates with infrequent rainfalls; 

·         those who has a garage to safeguard their Jeep during bad weather conditions;

·         those who use their vehicle only for fun driving on a fine sunny day; and

·         those who do not mind bad weather, insects, dust, etc. 

Choosing the Best Soft Jeep Top

It is always nice to drive when the weather is pleasant – not cold or hot but just right.  However, you must realize that weather conditions have changed these past years because of global warming.  It gets too hot and rains come suddenly so you need to be prepared at all times.  Giving you protection while driving are Jeep tops.  A Jeep soft top can safeguard you from sudden rain showers even on a sunny day.  Soft tops come in different styles and kinds; but which of these suits you best?

Bestop Half Top.  This puts together the Windjammer, Bikini and Duster Deck Cover tops in one.  It protects the front seat and has a fold-back sunroof so you can feel the fresh air while driving on a sunny day.  Providing maximized ventilation is the zip-out back window with a fitted mesh screen.  The kit consists of hardware with a warranty of one year.  It is made of excellent quality fabric.

Replace-a-Top.  The Bestop Replace-a-Top is the best option for a used up original soft top.

Replace-a-Top Sailcloth.  Made from a better quality fabric than the replace-a-top, this is another Bestop item.  Both insulation and temperature control are better.

The Supertop.  It features zip-out disposable windows and hardware so it is best recommended with top-less Jeeps.   It is made of excellent fabric that easily gets back to its original form regardless of any climate conditions.

Sunrider Jeep Top.  An easy-to-install top with a flip-back sunroof, it gives you the chance to savor the fresh breeze on the road.

The Tigertop.  This Jeep soft top is ideal for vintage Jeep owners.  It is modern yet has a traditional era style.

Pavement Ends Jeep Top.  Buy this top if your budget is tight.  It has all the essentials and is available in various designs.  You can order the flip top with sunroof as add-on.

The Brief Top.  It is more fade-resistant and defies stretching; however, it is less sturdy.  It is not too vulnerable to various weather conditions.  Marine grade fabric is used for this Jeep top.

Bestop Overview

Bestop is the number one manufacturer of Jeep and truck accessories, soft tops, powerBoard, and more. For almost 60 years Bestop is the organization that provides products needed in the marketplace that enhances the look and performance of various Jeeps, trucks, vans, and sports utility vehicles (SUVs). More than half a century has gone by. Bestop has provided quality assurance, customer support and logistics.

Those qualities are hard to come by in this day and age. The organization has been able to attain—and SUSTAIN—this level of excellence in product quality and customer service through hard work, commitment, loyalty, and the ambitious yet accommodating spirit to gain favor with its loyal customers and potential consumers.

The inventor of the modern Jeep top and the Bikini top, the organization continues to garner favor with its loyal customers by listening to their feedback. Bestop then has the corporate and technical personnel in place to sift through the positive and negative, and update its products to make for better performances. The improvements and fine tuning yield more efficient, safer and more comfortable treks along the roads for those people who purchase the Bestop brand.

The improvements for 2013 are a reflection of Bestop’s commitment to its consumer base and broadening its appeal to the casual customer. The upgrades include the Super Top NX (STNX) Black Twill and Replace-a-Top (RAT) Black Twill. The STNX is a new Black Twill fabric that has a lifetime limited warranty (the only soft top that can be bought with a warranty this strong). The RAT is a Bestop-exclusive Black Twill fabric for the finest only replacement top. Both are made to fit 1997-2013 TJ, JK, and JK Unlimited.

Those are just a couple of the many fine products that Bestop has to offer. The organization is always geared towards gaining the loyalty and favor of its customers. The leader in Jeep and truck accessories looks forward to many more years of producing fine services for its loyal and future consumers. As Bestop’s 2013 catalogue says in its introduction: “If you’ve got questions and feedback, let us know. We’ve been here for almost 60 years. We’ll be here tomorrow.”

Bestop: A Brief History

Founded in 1950, Bestop, Inc. has been perfecting and delivering our aftermarket line of soft tops, bumpers, flares, and accessories for over 60 years. Back then during down times at his car-upholstery business, Bestop founder Tom Bradley chose to keep idle hands busy by stitching up WWII Jeep fabric tops and side curtains. His attention to detail combined with care and class to produce memorable tops at his small trim shop in Boulder, Colorado.

That modest Jeep-top outfit moved into a location with seven employees and today Bestop, Inc. employs over 250 workers at its Broomfield, Colorado central complex. Back in 1954, there were only two soft-top colors available to dress your vehicle – today’s available colors number in double digits. The company has evolved to meet the demands of loyal customers who recognize quality and durability in every product from best-selling bumpers to Bestop® Supertops®.

In 1986, Bestop became the factory supplier of soft tops, tonneaus, and accessories for companies including Suzuki, Ford, Toyota and countless other truck and SUV manufacturers. Constant expansion has taken Bestop from the heart of 4x4 country in Colorado to U.S. locations in California, Texas, Nevada, Michigan and Missouri, and Mexico and the Orient house manufacturing facilities.

Today, Bestop is the pre-eminent aftermarket company for Jeep tops and a host of accessories. In addition to bumpers, Bestop boasts a line of fender flares, bed storage systems and light truck accessories for 4x4s. Whether you want to equip your rig with the rugged, stylish look of a Bestop® Supertop® or the whistle-clean look of a Strapless Bikini Top, Bestop is the first and last word in Jeep tops and accessories.

Bestop Overview

Bestop is the number one manufacturer of Jeep and truck accessories, soft tops, powerBoard, and more. For almost 60 years Bestop is the organization that provides products needed in the marketplace that enhances the look and performance of various Jeeps, trucks, vans, and sports utility vehicles (SUVs). More than half a century has gone by. Bestop has provided quality assurance, customer support and logistics.

Those qualities are hard to come by in this day and age. The organization has been able to attain—and sustain—this level of excellence in product quality and customer service through hard work, commitment, loyalty, and the ambitious yet accommodating spirit to gain favor with its loyal customers and potential consumers.

The inventor of the modern Bestop Supertop and the Bikini top, the organization continues to garner favor with its loyal customers by listening to their feedback. Bestop then has the corporate and technical personnel in place to sift through the positive and negative, and update its products to make for better performances. The improvements and fine tuning yield more efficient, safer and more comfortable treks along the roads for those people who purchase the Bestop brand.

The improvements for 2013 are a reflection of Bestop’s commitment to its consumer base and broadening its appeal to the casual customer. The upgrades include the Super Top NX (STNX) Black Twill and Replace-a-Top (RAT) Black Twill. The STNX is a new Black Twill fabric that has a lifetime limited warranty (the only soft top that can be bought with a warranty this strong). The RAT is a Bestop-exclusive Black Twill fabric for the finest only replacement top. Both are made to fit 1997-2013 TJ, JK, and JK Unlimited.

Those are just a couple of the many fine products that Bestop has to offer. Bestop and 4WD are always geared towards gaining the loyalty and favor of its customers. The leader in Jeep and truck accessories looks forward to many more years of producing fine services for its loyal and future consumers. As Bestop’s 2013 catalogue says in its introduction: “If you’ve got questions and feedback, let us know. We’ve been here for almost 60 years. We’ll be here tomorrow.”

Put a Supertop on that Rover!

NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover is well into week 3 of its 2 year mission right now.  What’s it doing on Mars: getting  its off-roading, that’s what.  Roaming  the Red Planet where Arnold Schwarzenegger discovered his true fate and delivered clean, breathable oxygen for all, Curiosity is taking high res photos, vid caps, and going around “firing laser beams at rocks and other materials to find out what they're made of; I'd say that's one of its most impressive instruments," according to planetary scientist Michael Mischna.  Laser beams but no fender flares, hm?  And cameras but where’s the Supertop, eh?  If it were up to us off-roadies, we would have unleashed Curiosity decked out with front bumper, winch mount, pro comp lights, fender flares, running boards, soft top, fire extinguisher, and maybe a spoiler.

Here’s what’s up:  Curiosity gauges Martian weather. It films in HD. And in 360-degree panoramas. The rover is basically a very expensive, and very advanced, robotic photographer. Curiosity -- full name: The Mars Science Laboratory -- carries 10 total instruments, among them two rectangular "eyes" -- the first a primary imaging camera featuring different filters and focal lengths, and the second a large, circular camera that fires a laser that turns rock into vapor. (Another camera on the rover picks up the images from the laser-firer and interprets their composition as they go up in smoke).  The laser is also to fend off marauding Decepticons from interfering.  That was just made up, by the way – Decepticons are already here on Earth.

The Unexpected Call of the Wild

While the 2012 Summer Olympic Games surges forward and we head into August, we hear the call of the wild.  It's summer: the sun's out, blue skies wide open, and it's time to bolt down your Supertop NX and blast out of your garage full throttle towards the wilderness where adventure and the occasional rollover await.  If you're reading this, there's a 78% chance that rollovers are nothing new to you.  It just comes with the territory: 1. you offroad, 2. you rollover, simple.

Yes, there's the school of thought that holds: "Man, if you're a truly skilled off-roader, you won't rollover in the first place."  That may be true, but it could be these folks haven't tackled some of the meaner climbs out there - the truth is, engage in any activity long enough, and it's a sure bet you'll find yourself in truly unexpected situations.

And off-roading's all about unexpected situations: off-roading wouldn't be of-roading without an element of unpredictability that's true for any kind of natural exploration.  That's why you install a winch, bring a fire extinguisher, secure your Supertop NX, and pack extra beef jerky, cuz you never know what Mama Nature has in store for you.

Like Brand New: Bestop Seats for the Best Off-Roading

Bestop seats feature durable, corrosion-resistant Atlas frame and includes mounting hardware. This means you can install these great seats without having to borrow stuff from your neighbor’s Jeep, if you catch my drift. Colors: Bestop seats come in black, gray, charcoal, spice vinyl as well as full fabric front designs to match the interior because you have to have matching colored seats, man. You don’t want to be driving around with gray front seats and spice-colored backseats. You’ll look ridiculous.

They come in sets, with headrests, without headrests, regular vinyl, denim vinyl, standard seating, bucket seat configurations: the list goes on and on. This is America, we customize here. We’re not crazy about cookie cutter solutions, because they lack the individuality needed to sufficiently reflect each off-roader’s unique tastes. The Bestop Trailmax has several models: Classic, High Back Fold, and Pro, and seat types: Fold and Tumble, Reclining, Stationary Highback, and Stationary Lowback to fit a wide range of applications.

So get your adventure on. Setup your rig with these outstanding Bestop seats and everyone inside will be ready for some great outdoor fun. Featuring Variable Rate of Resistance springs, premium vinyl, and high quality closed cell foam, these seats will make your Jeep, truck, or SUV feeling like a new vehicle.

Tips: Bestop Supertop Installation

When you want to feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your face, an open top Jeep is just your number. Sure, in good weather everyone with a Jeep wants to go topless. However, when the weather takes a turn for the worse an open top Jeep leaves a lot to be desired. Of course, you can park it until the weather gets better, if you have a second car that is. A better solution is to install a soft top for bad weather situations. Sometimes even in good weather, you sometimes want a little shade from the blazing sun.

The Bestop Supertop is the standard by which all other soft tops are judged. They come with a strong framework and superior canvas. The Supertop system incorporates a patented Belt-Rail attachment system guarantees a taut, trim, draft free fit. Further, on most applications the side and back windows can be zipped out to provide an open air ride while maintaining sun protection. On some models doors are provided or are available separately. Our Jeep Top came with two-piece doors which allow us to run full doors in bad weather and half doors in good weather. They also come in many color options: black crush, charcoal, almond, black denim, dark tan, and spice.

One thing is sure, with its new SuperTop our Jeep is ready for any situation, from summer fun to winter storms

Tools Required:

• 1/2 drive socket set
• 3/8 drive socket set
• Large #3 Phillips screwdriver
• Drill motor
• 3/8 dril
• 3/16 drill
• Torx driver set

Additional tools we recommend:

• WD40

1.       The first step in installing the SuperTop was to install the belt rails around the body tub. Many of the mounting holes are already there from the factory, however a few have to be drilled.

2.       The door channel must be mounted to the windshield frame. To do this, clamp it in place and drill the required 3/16 mounting holes.

3.       To ensure proper fit for the top and doors, the windshield must be set so that the distance from the top of the frame to the back of the body is a set distance on both sides. For our CJ5 this distance is 65.6 inches.

4.       The door strikers are mounted behind the door opening and over the side belt rails. These strikers also incorporate a catch for the forward top edge rail that is part of the bow assembly. Then when everything is in place it forms the forward edge for the top side-panels to attach to.

5.       The top bow assembly comes in two pieces, right and left. These halves are assembled and then each side is bolted over the side rails.

6.       The windshield channel is bolted onto the top of the windshield frame. Since our Jeep had already had a bikini top, one had already been installed. The new channel resides in our spares box.

7.       The SuperTop rear window can be rolled up and snapped into holders at the back. It can also be zipped out and remove completely.