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Mark O.
Can I mount the motor directly to my garage celling?
Yes, you can mount the motor for the Lange Originals Power Hoist-a-Top (014-910) directly to your garage ceiling, but there are specific requirements depending on your ceiling height and joist orientation.
Lange Originals recommends a ceiling mount configuration specifically for garages with ceilings over 9 feet tall. If your ceiling is between 7 and 9 feet, a wall-mount is usually preferred to maximize vertical clearance.
Mounting Requirements
Reinforcement: You should not bolt the motor directly into the drywall. The instructions specify mounting the power unit to a 2x6 wood base that spans at least two ceiling joists. This distributes the weight and torque of the motor safely across your garage's framing.
Orientation: * Perpendicular Joists: If your joists run perpendicular to the direction you park, you can span the 2x6 across them.
Parallel Joists: If they run parallel, you will need to install "cross-braced" 2x6 boards between the joists to create a solid mounting point for the motor bracket.
Plumb Line: You must ensure the motor is positioned so the cable drops in a straight vertical line to the balance blade on your hardtop to prevent sway and uneven lifting.
Lange Originals recommends a ceiling mount configuration specifically for garages with ceilings over 9 feet tall. If your ceiling is between 7 and 9 feet, a wall-mount is usually preferred to maximize vertical clearance.
Mounting Requirements
Reinforcement: You should not bolt the motor directly into the drywall. The instructions specify mounting the power unit to a 2x6 wood base that spans at least two ceiling joists. This distributes the weight and torque of the motor safely across your garage's framing.
Orientation: * Perpendicular Joists: If your joists run perpendicular to the direction you park, you can span the 2x6 across them.
Parallel Joists: If they run parallel, you will need to install "cross-braced" 2x6 boards between the joists to create a solid mounting point for the motor bracket.
Plumb Line: You must ensure the motor is positioned so the cable drops in a straight vertical line to the balance blade on your hardtop to prevent sway and uneven lifting.
Chuck L.
Does the JL Power Hoist A Top work for a 2024 Rubicon 4-door? I'm sure it would be just wanted to confirm before I order.
Yes, it will.
Chuck L.
Will this power hoist also work with a 2024 Rubicon 4-door?
Yes of course!
JAMES F.
Will this work with the pioneer roof rack & Rhino back bone system installed on the hard top?
Per Lange Originals, they state. Our framed hoists don’t work with a rack system, but we have had customers have success using a simple hoist because it doesn't have the frame.
They can also order a power unit separately if they want to upgrade. Thanks for your inquiry.
Ron B.
If I purchase this, is there someone that you can recommend in my area to do an install? I'm sure I probably could but would likely prefer to have a professional do it to ensure it's done properly.
Sorry, we do not have certified installer network for Lange Originals top hoists. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Daniel G.
will this work on 2021 392?
No major hardtop changes are anticipated on the 392 but it has not been tested yet. I Would be very surprised if they changed something that would not allow it. Thanks for your inquiry.
Daniel F.
My wife has a 2020 Jeep Willys 4 door. Will this work for her hardtop?
Sure will!
Chuck C.
Will this work for a 2015 Wrangler Unlimited 4 Door?
The JK Unlimited version is available here