Overview
The Rugged Ridge XHD Replacement Soft Top, part number 13730.36, is a Khaki Diamond replacement soft top with tinted windows for the 2003–2006 Jeep Wrangler (TJ). It is built to replace the factory soft top and fit the original soft top hardware, so the old top comes off and the new one slips on.
Rugged Ridge makes the XHD top from 20 oz durable vinyl coated polyester and cotton fabric, with 30 mil thick glass windows. The top uses reinforced stitching on the heavy pull areas, marine grade thread on the sewn seams, and heat seal tape on the seams to keep moisture out. The top carries a 5 year limited warranty against manufacturer defects.
Key features
- Replacement soft top in Khaki Diamond fabric
- Heavy duty 30 mil thick tinted glass windows
- 20 oz vinyl coated polyester and cotton fabric
- Reinforced stitching on the heavy pull areas
- Marine grade thread on sewn seams
- Seams heat sealed with tape to keep moisture out
- Attaches with the factory belt rail method: tuck under the rail
- 5 year limited warranty against manufacturer defects
Sealing and attaching the top
The seams on a soft top are the first place moisture gets in, so they deserve regular attention. Heat seal tape and marine grade thread help, but the tape can lift at the edges after years of flexing. Press down any lifting tape gently and check stitched seams for loose thread after the first few weeks of use. Keep the top dry when you store it so the seams stay bonded.
Attaching a soft top to the belt rail takes patience. Tuck the edge fully under the rail, work from the center outward, and confirm the top sits even before tightening anything. Uneven tension shows up as wrinkles and can pull on the windows over time. Sharp tools near the glass or seams can cause tears, so use blunt tools and protect the fabric while you work.
Specifications
| Brand | Rugged Ridge |
|---|---|
| Part number | 13730.36 |
| UPC | 804314173180 |
| Color | Khaki Diamond |
| Window type | Tinted |
| Window glass thickness | 30 mil |
| Fabric | 20 oz vinyl coated polyester and cotton |
| Fitment type | Direct fit |
| Doors included | Doors not included |
| Hardware | Hardware not included |
| Warranty | 5 year limited against manufacturer defects |
Vehicle fitment
The top fits the 2003–2006 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) in the 65th Anniversary Edition, Rubicon, SE, Sahara, Sport and X trims. Its door options cover 97-06 Wrangler doors, while fit is 2003–2006 for those trims.
Fit is limited to the 2003–2006 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) trims above, so the 1997–2002 TJ, 2007–2018 JK and 2018–2022 JL fall outside its coverage. Check your year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The top is designed to fit the factory soft top hardware, but hardware is not included, so the factory hardware must be reused. Attachment uses the factory belt rail method: tuck the top under the rail. Upper soft doors or full hard doors are also not included, so the door style must be obtained separately. Keep sharp tools away from the windows and seams while fitting the top to avoid tears.
What’s included
XHD Replacement Soft Top with tinted windows in Khaki Diamond.
Not included: doors (upper soft doors or full hard doors) and hardware. The top must reuse the factory soft top hardware.
