Roll Bar Padding

[MrFurious]

I need to find some quality high density roll bar padding (not pipe insulation) for my 79 CJ5 . The problem is the stock section is 2.5" diameter and I can't find anything for that diameter (most only goes up to 2.25"). Mine is the newer (late 79 and up) style roll bar that has the B-hoop bolted to the floor.

Anyone know a good source or if nothing else someone who sells a OEM replacement?

 

[andyt]

Bestop 90 bucks in tan, black, etc

 

[MrFurious]

Thanks Andy.

My only concern with going with the factory cover like that would be that I'd have to cut into the cover where the support bars for my A-pillar hoop ties into the stock sport bar. Given the BestTop kit has a zippered cover, such a modification wouldn't be possible. Would probably be easier (and cheaper) to just get the foam and come up with my own wrap for it.

 

[JCJ]

Far away from OEM and probably not what you want but this stuff actually works..

SFI rollbar padding

 

[IOPort51]

looks good but what does it cost?? $18 for how much?? and what diameter is it?
that may be great stuff but it's a terrible add. especially now that it's too late to call.

Far away from OEM and probably not what you want but this stuff actually works..

SFI rollbar padding

 

[mylittlecj5]

looks good but what does it cost?? $18 for how much?? and what diameter is it?
that may be great stuff but it's a terrible add. especially now that it's too late to call.

by clicking the "choose your item" menu bar, I found that you can get 2 size ranges ( 1 5/8" - 2" and 1 1/8" - 1 1/2") in a 36" length for that $18.00.

 

[BusaDave9]

If you want SFI approved roll bar padding for racing it is expensive: over $20 for 3 feet. You can get this stuff at Jegs or Summit.
Summit Racing SUM-590101 - Summit Racing® SFI 45.1 Roll Bar Padding - Overview - SummitRacing.com

Roll Bar Padding - Roll Cage Padding
Or if you don't want to spend the extra money for SFI you can get roll bar padding for $8 or less (still 3 foot sections)
ROLL BAR PADDING - JCWhitney
JEGS Roll Bar Padding - JEGS

BTW SFI is a non-profit organization that establishes standards for racing equipment.

Rampage makes roll bar padding specifically for jeeps:
http://www.amazon.com/Rampage-Products-768715-78-91-Wrangler/dp/B0014SSIBU

 

[IOPort51]

thanks for helping out a senile old man.

by clicking the "choose your item" menu bar, I found that you can get 2 size ranges ( 1 5/8" - 2" and 1 1/8" - 1 1/2") in a 36" length for that $18.00.

 

[MrFurious]

If you want SFI approved roll bar padding for racing it is expensive: over $20 for 3 feet. You can get this stuff at Jegs or Summit.
Summit Racing SUM-590101 - Summit Racing® SFI 45.1 Roll Bar Padding - Overview - SummitRacing.com

Roll Bar Padding - Roll Cage Padding
Or if you don't want to spend the extra money for SFI you can get roll bar padding for $8 or less (still 3 foot sections)
ROLL BAR PADDING - JCWhitney
JEGS Roll Bar Padding - JEGS

BTW SFI is a non-profit organization that establishes standards for racing equipment.

Rampage makes roll bar padding specifically for jeeps:
Amazon.com: Rampage Products 768715 78-91 Jeep CJ & Wrangler Roll Bar Pad & Cover Kit, Denim Black: Automotive

Anyone have the Rampage or BestTop kit? Curious if the cover has one long zipper for the main hoop or if it's broken into 3 zippers to allow for the windshield supports on the 87-91 Wranglers. I have added a front hoop and support bars to my cage, so a single zipper wouldn't work for me.

 

[BusaDave9]

Here's the manual for the Bestop roll bar padding for a Wrangler.
http://www.bestop.com/installation_guides/80008.pdf
I don't know if that would work for you.
Here's the CJ version:
http://www.bestop.com/installation_guides/80007.pdf
but then of course you would have to worry about the front sections of your cage.

I also went to www.rampage.com. they have some really nice looking tops there but I don't think that's what you are looking for.



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[mylittlecj5]

thanks for helping out a senile old man.

Us old guys gotta stick together!

 

[jonboy1919]

Thanks Andy.

My only concern with going with the factory cover like that would be that I'd have to cut into the cover where the support bars for my A-pillar hoop ties into the stock sport bar. Given the BestTop kit has a zippered cover, such a modification wouldn't be possible. Would probably be easier (and cheaper) to just get the foam and come up with my own wrap for it.

I have ran into the same problem. Just order the Rampage and "DUH" I have a 6-point cage. No zippered hole for the top forward bars. Don't you just love sending items back with restock fees and shipping! Oh well, live and learn.

 

[jonboy1919]

I need to find some quality high density roll bar padding (not pipe insulation) for my 79 CJ5 . The problem is the stock section is 2.5" diameter and I can't find anything for that diameter (most only goes up to 2.25"). Mine is the newer (late 79 and up) style roll bar that has the B-hoop bolted to the floor.

Anyone know a good source or if nothing else someone who sells a OEM replacement?

Mr Furious, did you ever find padding with a large enough diameter to wrap the roll cage? I have the same problem as you. I have a 6-point roll cage so the Rugged Ridge and Rampage zippered padding does not work AND it seems nobody makes the foam tubing with a large enough inside diameter (2.5in) to fit over my bars.