Has anyone installed their own sunroof? And if so, what size and model?

I have a 97 SC and I am looking to do one. I talked to someone at a local body shop and they advised me against it because they said my roof would sag.


Thanks,


CJ

 

cj797,


I had an aftermarket sunroof put in my 01 SuperCrew about 5 months ago and its awesome ! Not only did they do an excellent job, but it comes with a lifetime warranty on parts and labor as long as I own it. I went to site called www.mysunroof.com and they are thru a co. called Hebasto or was it Webasto Anyway, they have locations all over and they can give you a quote. I did opt the biggest and best model they offerred so it was a bit pricey--- $1100 But I'd do it again in a heartbeat. Hope that helps

 

I remember asking a dealer about sunroofs, and he said they would do them for about $400...

 

I had a Hebasto L installed in my 97 Supercab in 1997. My roof has not sagged one bit. If anything, the framework for the sunroof reinforced the roof. The sunroof is very good quality. I had one problem with the motor last year and it was fixed for free (lifetime on mechanics and leaking).
I understand they continue to sell this self-storing electric sunroof.
It's one of the largest available for the F150.
Find a reputable installer. One good way is to go to one of your local Ford Dealers and ask them who does their installs. Few vehicles come from the factory with a sunroof most are installed locally. When i discussed warrantee with my installer, I told I told him I planned to keep my truck forever. He thought I was joking.

Six years ago the sunroof installed was about $600. I am not sure because I bought it with a package that gave electric windows, electric door locks and sunroof.
I must say it is worth many times that to have the top open and the SKY flowing in, I would never have a truck without one again......

 

Thanks guys. I'll give it a try.


CJ

 

Never would have thought that Ford would install a sunroof for that cheap. I am gonna look into that.

 

Hey WLF,

Do you have any pics of the inside & outside of the sunroof? I am really interested in the Hebasto, especially since they have lifetime warranty on mechanical and leaking. Thanks, appreciate it. Oh, one more thing, where is the switch? Thanks.


Joe

 

KingRanchSC02,

I don't have any right now but I'll break out the old digital and snap a couple. Give me a few days.

BTW the switch is located at the front inside of the sunroof within easy reach. I will make sure to include it in the pictures.

 

thanks WLF. appreciate it.

 

WTF,

Where did you get that grill, it looks good! Does that install over the factory grill or did you cut the old one out? Im looking for a grill and thats different than what I have been looking at. Where can I find one and how much did it set you back?

Ryan

 

Were you asking me a question or was that an exclamation intended for someone else??

WLF

 

LOL... That's a legitimate question. LOL!

I'm pretty sure it was intended for you... freudian slip.

RP

 

Sorry I was asking you a question, I dont know WTF I was thinking. Anyway where did you get that grill Im looking for a aftermarket cut out style. Any info?

Thanks, Ryan

 

KingRanchSC02,
I will get the pictures up soon. Had a problem with my computer at home but got a new hard drive loaded yesterday so in the next day or two will post the pictures.

SilverBulletFX4,
Steel Horse makes both upper and lower grills. I got them from J. C. Whitney. With the early F-150s that have the chrome grill, you do have to cut the center out. I used a dremmel tool. Take your time and take a lot of breaks. Cut wide and then grind back.
The Blade Runner in the center is off a 2000 Taurus. You can get them very reasonably from any Ford Dealer. They also sell them on E-bay. Mine is held on with springs but that is tricky. I think large zip ties would work as well.

 

sweet! thanks wlf! can't wait


Joe