Frequently Asked Questions
Softoppers are designed and manufactured in North America. The fabric is made in the USA and as many materials as possible are purchased in the USA.
Yes. All of our products come with everything you need.
Yes. Any water that falls on the Softopper sheds to the outside of the truck.
The material is a coated automotive convertible fabric and it is completely waterproof.
As with any sewn top, there is a slight possibly of the seam leaking. Softopper supplies seam sealer with every top so you can treat any trouble spots.
No. The Softopper’s frame holds the canvas tight.
Yes. Softoppers easily handle the same winds and driving speeds as a hard top.
Yes. There is no reason to remove your topper in winter.
The fabric is a premier, automotive convertible fabric, which consists of a woven fabric with a UV stabilized PVC coating for water resistance. It’s the chosen fabric for convertibles used by major OEM convertible manufacturers such as Jeep, Ford and Chrysler. It’s been proven against, wind, rain, sunlight, fading, mildew and rot, and remains beautiful for years.
The framework is made of rust-proof aluminum.
All parts of the Softopper are individually replaceable and serviceable, so your top lasts as long as the vehicle.
No, the Softopper’s frame is designed to fold down. A load above the cab height will catch the wind, and fold the top down.
Yes, however you will need to use a hole saw to cut through the bed liner so that the clamps will attach properly.
Two holes on each side for standard beds, 3 holes on each side for Super-Dutys and 8-foot beds.
The Softopper bedrails need to sit flat on the top of the truck’s bedrail. Tool boxes that hang up and over each side of the bed will have to be removed.
Tool boxes that sit down on the floor of the bed and have at least 2 inches of space between the edge of the bed and the tool box are usually fine.
When you initially install your Softopper, it may be quite tight. It will stretch out over the first few days and find its happy place. After that it shouldn’t stretch anymore. In cold weather you may notice it’s a little tighter to put on, but not a problem.
No, the Softopper frame is not designed to have any object put directly on it. Please ask about our optional rack for that purpose.
Replacement parts are available and repairs can be completed.
Shop for replacement parts on our website, or contact us with specific repair questions.
You can go through a touchless car wash. We recommend you rinse any residual waxes or cleaning agents from the windows afterwards. Any cleaning agents containing alcohol, silicone or wax will degrade the Softopper windows over time.
Yes, you can purchase at our location. Our address is: 333 Centennial Pkwy, Ste B, Louisville CO 80027. All items are subject to local and state taxes (currently 8.845%). Please email ahead of time to check stock: [email protected].
Yes, you can order internationally online or over the phone.
Yes. All of our products come with everything you need.
The Softopper sets up quickly and easily. Installing it the first time is not much different than installing the 20th time.
- The Softopper’s side rails clamp to the top of the truck’s bed rails.
- The upper structure pins to the side rails.
- The canvas snaps, buckles, and ties to the frame.
- The front panel is two parts. The outer panel goes between the cab and the bed so rain sheds outside the truck.
- The inner panel hook fastens to the inside of the cab rail.
- The rear panel hook fastens to the top of the tailgate.
- Jeep and SUV tops are installed in a number of ways depending upon the vehicle.
- See full installation process for your vehicle Here.
Most people seem to take about 45 – 60 minutes to do the initial install. It’s not difficult at all and usually only requires a wrench or socket to tighten the clamps.
If you leave the frame together and canopy on the frame, it takes about 2 min to put it back on the truck.
Yes! Just email us your name and full mailing address to [email protected]
Softoppers are available in three colors: Stealth Black, Desert Tan and Battleship Gray.
Yes. The material is a coated automotive convertible fabric that’s completely waterproof.
Any water that falls on your Softopper sheds outside the truck.
As with any sewn top there is a small possibility of the seams leaking. Softopper supplies seam sealer with every top so you can treat any trouble spots.
No. The Softopper frame holds the canvas tight.
Measure, in inches, from the the inside of the front of the truck bed to the inside of the tailgate.
We warrant our Softopper products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year, with the exception of vinyl windows and zippers, provided there has been normal use and proper maintenance.
Vinyl Windows are warranted for a period of 3 months from the date of purchase.
Zippers are guaranteed to be in perfect working condition when leaving the factory. Due to atmospheric conditions, dirt, sand, road grime, dust, and abrasive cleaners, etc., zippers are warranted for a period of 6 months from the date of purchase.
Toyota 4Runner, Blazer, Jimmy, Scout, Bronco, Ramcharger and Trailduster side curtain windows are warranted for 45 days from the date of purchase. Retracting or closing the top when the temperature is below 40 degrees may void the warranty on the side windows, as the window material can crack very easily at these temperatures. Use caution when retracting the top or cleaning off the windows in freezing temperatures.
Any defective items must be returned freight pre-paid with proof of purchase to:
Softopper
333 Centennial Pkwy, Unit B
Louisville, CO 80027
Items returned must be carefully packed, in clean condition, with plastic windows protected from scratching and creasing.
This warranty does not cover damage resulting from abuse, misuse, alteration, accident or damage in transit. Softoppers obligations under this warranty are limited to the aforementioned repair or replacement of warranty defects for which return authorization has been received during the warranty period, and Softopper SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM BREACH OF THIS OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. This warranty applies to the original purchaser only. All remedies under this warranty are limited to repair or replacement of any item or items found to be defective by the factory within the time period specified.
Returns must be made within 30 days of purchase, and must be pre-approved and have Softoppers issued RGA number attached. If the merchandise is returned in like-new condition, we will issue a full refund of the purchase price, less the shipping charges. If the merchandise has been used or damaged, the return will be subject to a restocking fee.