11 best windshield channel

Product description

Bestop Windshield Channel is required for the installation of Bikini top, and is model-specific for exact fit on the vehicle, and with specific Bikini Top used. Corrosion-resistant steel. Header-style no-drill windshield channel is used only on 1997-current Wrangler, Wrangler Unlimited. 1-year Limited Warranty.

• No-drill, 1-pc. header channel design
• Corrosion-resistant finish for durability
• Durable shaped steel construction
• Uses factory windshield header latch points; latch bolts included
• Required to mount Header Channel style Bikini Top

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this product remove along with the soft top when I drop the soft top or does this product need to be stationary at all times
Answer:	Not heavy
Question:	I have a Mopar soft top on my wrangler, no weather strip or seal on windsheild. Would this do the job? Wind noise and air gap are there now
Answer:	I do not find this pan to be heavy at all. There is some weight to it but by no means is it heavy.
Question:	Can u put ur top on over this
Answer:	NO. It is much more durable than teflon.
Question:	Will this Bestop windshield header only work with Bestop tops or will it also work with other brand tops
Answer:	Yes, the saucepan are designed with visual vent.

Product features

Attach Bikini top to your vehicle

Drill-in style

Secures tightly to your Jeep

Durable and design to last

Windshield Channel

To attach a Bikini to your vehicle, you need a Windshield Channel. Carefully check the condition of existing channel to make sure it’s tightly attached and free of rust or corrosion. If you have a hardtop on your vehicle, a windshield channel must be installed for the Bikini to fit. Some windshield channels require drilling to install.

Product description

Smittybilt Windshield Channel is designed for convenient driving. It is made from strong material that lasts long and is weather resistant. This windshield channel requires no tools and ensures easy installation.

• Fits 1997-06 Jeep TJ
• Specifically designed to fit Smittybilt soft tops
• Gloss black finish
• Attaches to windshield header
• No drilling required

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work with a Rampage 109535 frameless soft top? It looks identical to a Rampage 901004 windshield channel
Answer:	It works great on a 9 TJ with bikini top....
Question:	How does this attach to the windshield? Does it clamp down like the stock soft top and hard top does? Or doe you have to screw it on and off every tim
Answer:	It attaches with the clamps just like a hard top and soft top
Question:	What can I do Lots of air noise coming from my soft top
Answer:	Bikini and safari tops are louder than regular tops. The only thing you can do to lessen the wind noise is to make sure your top is as tight as possible. If the noise is near the windshield, make sure your top is fully seated inside the slot on the channel.
Question:	Can I use my hard top with this channel installed
Answer:	No, you cannot. There is no need for a windshield channel when you have a hardtop installed. You will need a windshield channel for a soft top, bikini tops, etc. Once you remove your hardtop then you can install a windshield and a soft top.

Product description

Rampage Windshield Channel for your 97-06 Jeep Wrangler TJ is designed for Jeeps that do not have a soft top windshield channel, They are recommended for use when converting your hard top to a soft top or a brief top. Windshield Channel securely mounts to existing factory slots. Constructed of powder-coated steel with serviceable molded contoured ABS end caps secured with screws not rivets.

• Securely mounts to existing factory mounting slots in upper windshield frame without drilling
• Recommended for use with Rampage Frameless Tops, Combo Tops, Briefs, Island Toppers and Cab tops for 1997-2006 Wrangler
• Powder-coated steel with serviceable molded contoured ABS end caps secured with screws not rivets.
• Can be used with most aftermarket Briefs, Island Toppers and Safaris from other manufacturer’s.
• 1-Year Limited Warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	How about some instructions? And don't send one that's been returned! I may be returning this one
Answer:	Any metal pan can scratch your glass stove top, keep the surfaces CLEAN and avoid the abrasion carbon build-up causes....there are no sharp surfaces or edges on the bottom of these pans that will cause scratching
Question:	ok, my friend gave me a soft top from a 2007 wrangler. I am altering it to fit bikini/sunshade style on my 2000 tj . Will this channel work for that
Answer:	ptfe was dangerous chemical coating for non stick applications in cookware, I believe that its not used in the usa today. Pfoa is supposedly safe as it has a very high melting point. This product however, does contain either substance. its PFOA and PTFE free
Question:	Mine does not seem to fit snug to the windshield so I have a leak when it rains. Does it have a seal of anytype that comes with it. Mine did'nt
Answer:	I would contact the maker for the information about the coating safety. I do have this set and I absolutely love it! Nothing sticks and it's easy care.
Question:	Will this still allow for installation of a hard top without removal? Looking for a channel that does not have to be removed to put my hard top on
Answer:	its not real wood so yes, the handles are VERY durable and they look nice too while being dishwasher and over proof

Product description

Smittybilt Windshield Channel is designed for convenient driving. It is made from strong material that lasts long and is weather resistant. This windshield channel requires no tools and ensures easy installation.

• Designed for convenient driving
• Made from strong material
• Weather resistant
• Requires no tools
• Ensures easy installation

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this permanently secure the bikini top material to the top of the windshield? How does the bikini top attach
Answer:	The header is bolted to the windshield and has a channel in it for your top to slide into, but your top needs to have the lip on it that slides into the channel to cut out the wind and this also forms weather protection. Hope this helps
Question:	Does this come with screws
Answer:	No because it attaches where your hard top would
Question:	doe this fit a cj
Answer:	Works great with my rampage frameless top

Product description

Bestop Windshield Channel is required for the installation of Bikini top, and is model-specific for exact fit on the vehicle, and with specific Bikini Top used. Corrosion-resistant steel. Header-style no-drill windshield channel is used only on 1997-current Wrangler, Wrangler Unlimited. 1-year Limited Warranty.

• No-drill, 1-pc. header channel design
• Corrosion-resistant finish for durability
• Durable shaped steel construction
• Uses factory windshield header latch points; latch bolts included
• Required to mount Header Channel style Bikini Top

User questions & answers

Question:	does this work with a trektop
Answer:	It works with the trektop classic. The Trektop Pro and NX have a differnet style of header.
Question:	I have a bestop for my 2005 wrangler will this top work on my 2015 wrangler jk with this channel
Answer:	No, any top or hardware for an 05 will not fit on a 15.
Question:	Will this work with a standard soft top to refuce wind noise
Answer:	This Windshield Header works with the Bestop JK Bikini's, it will not work with a standard soft top, no.
Question:	Bought my bikini top through quadratec, now i need a header channel, will this fit any bikini top? mine does snap in the front. thanks
Answer:	Yes

Product features

Attach Bikini top to your vehicle

Drill-in style

Secures tightly to your Jeep

Durable and design to last

Windshield Channel

To attach a Bikini to your vehicle, you need a Windshield Channel. Carefully check the condition of existing channel to make sure it’s tightly attached and free of rust or corrosion. If you have a hardtop on your vehicle, a windshield channel must be installed for the Bikini to fit. Some windshield channels require drilling to install.

Product description

The Smittybilt Quick Detach Windshield Header is specifically designed to work with a brief top or soft top. Easy to install as it can be attached or detached quickly. No drilling is required.

• Fits 2007-18 Jeep Wrangler JK 2/4-door
• Works with Smittybilt and other aftermarket accessories
• Fits on top of windshield frame
• Gloss black finish
• Tighten knobs to install; No drilling required

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this windshield channel work with the bestop pavement ends top
Answer:	I’m not sure, but if you decide to return this item. The seller will not get back in touch with you about a refund. Been waiting on a refund for two weeks now. Awful customer service.
Question:	The smittybilt bikini top reccomends part "#90105 windshield channel". Is this compatable as well? 08 jeep Jk
Answer:	Yes it is

Product description

Windsheild Channel

• NO-DRILL HEADER WINDSHIELD CHANNEL FOR 2020 - CURRENT JEEP GLADIATOR & 2018 - CURRENT WRANGLER JL 2DR & 4DR
• This bolt-on, no-drill Windshield Channel is required to install a Bestop Bikini top on your Jeep. It fastens into the factory header latch holes and the Bikini top fits into the windshield channel.
• Sturdy, corrosion-resistant steel construction. Includes fastening bolts and latches.
• All Parts Included
• Fit Type: Vehicle Specific

User questions & answers

Question:	will the hard top be able to be attached with the windshield channel on, or will it need to be uninstalled to put hard top on
Answer:	You will have to uninstall the windshield channel when you put the hardtop back on.

Product description

Rampage Windshield Channel is designed to be used for the vehicles that do not have a soft top windshield channel. They are recommended for use when converting your hard top to a soft top or a brief top. It features self adjusting channel that facilitates quick installation. This windshield channel is custom designed to fit all vehicles. It is designed to match the Original Equipment Style quality. This windshield channel is given an attractive black powder coated finish. It is backed by 90 days manufacturer warranty.

• Securely mounts to existing factory mounting slots in upper windshield frame without drilling.
• Recommended for use with Rampage Frameless Tops, Combo Tops, Briefs, Island Toppers and Cab tops for 97-06 Wrangler.
• Powder-coated steel with serviceable molded contoured ABS end caps secured with screws not rivets.
• Can be used with most aftermarket Briefs, Island Toppers and Safaris from other manufacturer’s.
• 1-Year Limited Warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	I have a 2013 2dr jeep with the factory soft top. Will I need this if I want to get the rampage frameless top
Answer:	Yes. It should be able to make it!
Question:	is their anything that can help reduce noice in the jeep from the soft top
Answer:	mine had no seal with it and i haven't had any leaks yet. used it all summer with a lot of rain , maybe it's your rubber seal that it sits on that needs replaced.
Question:	Anyone know if you can purchase the knobs only that go with this bar? One i ordered came with the knob plastic broken. Couldnt return, time expired
Answer:	There is not one like that available. The channel takes about 5 minutes to attach and remove with 2 bolts on top of windshield. I find it not to be a problem to change out going from my bikini top to my hard top.
Question:	Will this fit a 4 door 2012 jeep wrangler
Answer:	Hey Dominic, the header is installed when the soft top is down.

Product description

These upgraded preassembled windshield headers installs quickly and easily! Just attach your Brief/Island Topper and place the header channel on the top of your windshield, slide the clamps onto the supplied knobs and clamp the channel in place. That's it! The channel is now securely held in place and ready for summer wheeling. No drilling or modifications required! Note: Will work with Bestop and other aftermarket summer tops. No Drill Windshield Header are required for installation of Pocket Briefs and Island Toppers

• Stamped steel
• No drilling necessary
• Easy to install
• Required for Summer Briefs, and Island Toppers
• Limited 5 Year Warranty

Product features

Rugged Ridge Windshield Header

These upgraded preassembled Windshield Headers from Rugged Ridge install quickly and easily. Just attach your Brief/Island Topper and place the header channel on the top of your windshield, slide the clamps onto the supplied knobs and clamp the channel in place. The channel is now securely held in place and ready for summer wheeling. No drilling or modifications required!

Warning

Loss of vehicle control involves risk of death or serious injury, particularly to parts of your body not restrained within vehicle. This product is intended for weather protection only and should not be relied upon to contain occupants in the event of an accident or to protect from either ground contact or falling objects. To reduce risk of accident injury:

-Always wear seat belts

-Read and follow all instructions and warnings accompanying this product, in vehicle owner’s manual and Off Road Driving Supplement.

About Rugged Ridge

Rugged Ridge develops and sells Jeep parts accessories for the growing Jeep and off road enthusiast market. Rugged Ridge is a division of Omix-ADA, replacement and restoration Jeep parts. With this know-how and experience the Rugged Ridge pedigree is well established in the Jeep market and with the Jeep enthusiast. Realizing that there was a need for new Jeep accessories, the Rugged Ridge brand was established in 2005 to fill that need. Rugged Ridge has designed and manufactured over 3,000 products for the Jeep market and continues to develop hundreds of additional Jeep accessories each year.

Product description

These upgraded preassembled no drill windshield headers install quickly and easily! Just attach your Brief/Island Topper and place the header channel on the top of your windshield, slide the clamps onto the supplied knobs and clamp the channel in place. That’s it! The channel is now securely held in place and ready for summer wheeling. No drilling or modifications required.

• Black
• No Drilling required
• Use with Summer Brief or Island Toppers
• Limited 5 Year Warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work on a Bestop safari top
Answer:	After you attach the metal strips to the top of the windshield, the leading edge of the bikini top slides into a channel in the strip. You can remove the top easily from the strip by simply sliding its front edge out of the channel.
Question:	Will this work for 1987 Jeep Wranger YJ
Answer:	Will come with installation packet.
Question:	Which item should I use if I want to I clip the top like the factory piece rather than having to unbolt the whole top to lower it
Answer:	This is my first Jeep Wrangler. Mine is a 1995 Sahara and it fit fine. As far as fitting a CJ7, I'm unsure.
Question:	Will this work with the Rugged ridge Bowless top
Answer:	they had instructions online for the windshield track to be installed. you need to install the bar first and then run the bikini top thru the groove in the windshield track. then there are straps at back of bikini top that need to be tightened around the roll bar , i had to loosen the sound bar next to roll bar to slip buckles through. it is a tough install , took me about 3 hours on my own. you can always google or you tube the install, that helped as well.

Product features

Rugged Ridge Windshield Header

These upgraded preassembled Windshield Headers from Rugged Ridge install quickly and easily. Just attach your Brief/Island Topper and place the header channel on the top of your windshield, slide the clamps onto the supplied knobs and clamp the channel in place. The channel is now securely held in place and ready for summer wheeling. No drilling or modifications required!

Warning

Loss of vehicle control involves risk of death or serious injury, particularly to parts of your body not restrained within vehicle. This product is intended for weather protection only and should not be relied upon to contain occupants in the event of an accident or to protect from either ground contact or falling objects. To reduce risk of accident injury:

-Always wear seat belts

-Read and follow all instructions and warnings accompanying this product, in vehicle owner’s manual and Off Road Driving Supplement.

About Rugged Ridge

Rugged Ridge develops and sells Jeep parts accessories for the growing Jeep and off road enthusiast market. Rugged Ridge is a division of Omix-ADA, replacement and restoration Jeep parts. With this know-how and experience the Rugged Ridge pedigree is well established in the Jeep market and with the Jeep enthusiast. Realizing that there was a need for new Jeep accessories, the Rugged Ridge brand was established in 2005 to fill that need. Rugged Ridge has designed and manufactured over 3,000 products for the Jeep market and continues to develop hundreds of additional Jeep accessories each year.

Product description

Bestop Windshield Channel is required for the installation of Bikini top, and is model-specific for exact fit on the vehicle, and with specific Bikini Top used. Corrosion-resistant steel. Header-style no-drill windshield channel is used only on 1997-current Wrangler, Wrangler Unlimited. 1-year Limited Warranty.

• Drill-in style channel with 2-pc. design
• Corrosion-resistant finish for durability
• Durable shaped steel construction
• Mounting hardware, screws and instructions included
• Required to mount Strapless Bikini Top

User questions & answers

Question:	Which model fits the Jeep branded bikini? It has a round plastic rod and inserts from the side
Answer:	Yes you will.
Question:	Is the channel where the top slides in "C" shape
Answer:	I have tried a few things. You just have to make sure that it
Question:	If i want to use my bolt on header channel for my shorter bikini do i have to remove this drill in one
Answer:	On Rampage part #901007 we do not have the knobs available to send out as a separate item. You can contact [email protected] with your proof of purchase to be considered for warranty replacement.
Question:	Can I leave this on and put hardtop over it
Answer:	I have a 2012 Wrangler Sport 2 door. This does not fit. Have to return. The brackets are not compatible with the interior windshield footmen. Maybe the Sahara models have longer footmen.

Product features

Attach Bikini top to your vehicle

Drill-in style

Secures tightly to your Jeep

Durable and design to last

Windshield Channel

To attach a Bikini to your vehicle, you need a Windshield Channel. Carefully check the condition of existing channel to make sure it’s tightly attached and free of rust or corrosion. If you have a hardtop on your vehicle, a windshield channel must be installed for the Bikini to fit. Some windshield channels require drilling to install.