RSI SmartCap EVOc Commercial

[JLA1990]

Anyone got one of these hardtops? And would you recommend?

 

cheers,

[AndyO]

I’ve got the smart cap, the one before the evo and definitely rate it. Expensive but considering they are stainless steel and not just plastic and glass, it definitely feels a lot more secure, I got the mesh grill for the rear window in mine too.

[JLA1990]

Thanks Andy. Yeah it’s the material that appeals to me mainly, had truckmans etc and the quality is poor over extended period. Are the gas struts and locks good quality?

[Mr. Squirrel]

I’ve had the evo for about a year now and really rate it. 
it’s expensive, but tbh they all are. I paid ~1.5-2k for an aeroklass that leaked horrendously, wasn’t particularly well built and there was quite a lot of unused space in the back. In comparison the rsi is solid, pretty much watertight and with the tool drawer and a side storage locker makes a really practical use of space. Honestly think it’s better value for money vs aeroklas/truckman offerings. 
The locks are solid, a bit dry at first but an occasional squirt of ballisto keeps em sweet. Only issue I’ve had is that the locks are angled up slightly and freeze shut pretty easily. A splash of hot water/coffee sorts it out though. No issues with the gas struts either, seem good. It’s built to last is my impression, take your time building and fitting it and you shouldn’t have any issues. 
100% recommend. 

Edited March 17, 2022 by Mr. Squirrel

[JLA1990]

Thanks guys!