Hard Top Front Panels Fitment Issue

[Atthelake152]

I am aware of the TSB to adjust the front strikers to alleviate the unevenness of the front two panels. However that just addresses the front part of the panels. My unevenness is greater starting about halfway back and to where the front panels matchup with the middle panel.

Has anyone successfully got the driver side panels adjusted in the rear so it fits more flush? I get noticeable wind noise over 40 when it’s cold outside. It’s a noticeable difference in panel height. I am not seeing anything stand out so that it pulls down on the back of the panel more.

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[2023bronco]

I got both front panels replaced for that reason (and the rest of the top for other reasons). The center weatherstrip was also popped up near the back toward the center panel. The panels had never been off and got worse over time. That was the first time Fix Or Repair Daily replaced my hard top. I'm on 3 and it's a total clusterf*ck.

 

[Atthelake152]

I got both front panels replaced for that reason (and the rest of the top for other reasons). The center weatherstrip was also popped up near the back toward the center panel. The panels had never been off and got worse over time. That was the first time Fix Or Repair Daily replaced my hard top. I'm on 3 and it's a total clusterf*ck.

Thanks. I’m out of the 3/36 so was hoping for more of a DIY adjustment.

 

[AK007]

I think that the center weather strip popping up a little is "normal" according to another post I read some time ago... I had panel issues when the dealer replaced my rear cap and couldnt remove my front panels and put them back on. Found the TSB for adjustment and had to remove the front and middle panel on my 4 door and adjust the brackets...no issues after that and ended up installing the EZ 4x4 flip back top. Love it!

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