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So this is my first time with a soft top of any kind, and we are getting a good amount of rain here.

I noticed on the Bronco that water seemed to be pooling on the soft top on a couple spots around the edge of the roof. There is no leaking or anything of that kind.

Given the design of the soft top, I can only assume this is normal but I figured I would bring this to the forum to see what you guys think. Thank you for any insight.
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There was a few folks complaining about it early on....I've never had a problem. Just smack the bottom of the top before you open the door.
 

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Water can't pool up if you drive fast enough... or are on steep inclines.
 
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Water can't pool up if you drive fast enough... or are on steep inclines.
So it doesn’t pool when driving only when parked and it’s raining heavily for a decent amount of time. Like I said I would assume it’s normal based on the design but I’m just not sure!
 
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There was a few folks complaining about it early on....I've never had a problem. Just smack the bottom of the top before you open the door.
Yep that’s what I do! Honestly most of the time it is dried up by the time I drive it after a rain. I guess my main concern is will the water sitting there damage the top?
 

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So it doesn’t pool when driving only when parked and it’s raining heavily for a decent amount of time. Like I said I would assume it’s normal based on the design but I’m just not sure!
I was being facetious about it and making a joke.

That said, when I have my soft top on, I think there are some spots where it can pool a little bit, but it isn't a ton of water. So long as it isn't leaking through the fabric or anything, or pouring out on you when you open the door....
 
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I was being facetious about it and making a joke.

That said, when I have my soft top on, I think there are some spots where it can pool a little bit, but it isn't a ton of water. So long as it isn't leaking through the fabric or anything, or pouring out on you when you open the door....
After reading that back I see that now… my apologies 🤦🏻… And gotcha sounds similar to mine then! I appreciate your feedback man.
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