If you own a classic Jeep CJ or YJ, you already know that part of the appeal is simplicity. These Jeeps were built to be used, modified, opened up, and enjoyed—and the hardware should make that easier, not get in the way.
After receiving plenty of requests from CJ and YJ owners, ROCKWORKX has expanded our quick-release hardware lineup with two new options designed specifically for classic Jeeps:
CJ & YJ Quick-Release Windshield Knobs and a complete CJ & YJ Windshield + Hardtop Bolt Kit.
The idea is straightforward: make windshield adjustment and hardtop removal faster and easier while giving your Jeep a clean, coordinated set of hardware.
No digging around for tools. No mismatched replacement bolts. Just purpose-built hardware that's easy to grab, easy to operate, and designed for the way Jeep owners actually use their vehicles.
The new ROCKWORKX CJ & YJ Quick-Release Windshield Knobs replace the factory windshield hardware with larger, easy-to-grip knobs designed to make windshield adjustment more convenient.
Each knob is CNC-machined from 6061 billet aluminum and incorporates the signature ROCKWORKX built-in handle design.
The larger diameter, knurled exterior gives you a solid grip, while the integrated handle provides additional leverage when loosening or tightening the hardware by hand.
The design also features adjustable 60-degree seating positions, allowing the handle to be positioned neatly once tightened.
It's a relatively small upgrade, but it's exactly the kind of detail that makes living with a classic Jeep easier.
The folding windshield is one of the features that makes a classic Jeep a Jeep.
But if adjusting it means finding the right wrench or socket every time, you're probably less likely to use that functionality.
ROCKWORKX Quick-Release Windshield Knobs are designed to simplify the process by replacing conventional factory hardware with hardware you can operate by hand.
That means less time hunting for tools and more convenient access when you want to adjust the windshield.
For CJ and YJ owners who regularly remove tops, work on their Jeeps, head off-road, or simply appreciate functional upgrades, it's a simple improvement to an iconic design.
We didn't stop at the windshield knobs.
ROCKWORKX is also offering a complete CJ & YJ Windshield + Hardtop Bolt Kit, combining the new windshield knobs with our matching hardtop thumb screws.
This kit was specifically put together for Jeep owners who want one coordinated solution for two of the most commonly accessed areas of a classic Jeep:
the windshield and the hardtop.
Rather than mixing factory bolts, replacement hardware, and different aftermarket pieces, the combination kit gives you matching ROCKWORKX hardware designed around the same functional philosophy.
One setup. Matching hardware. Less time looking for tools.
If you've used ROCKWORKX Hardtop Thumb Screws before, you already know the concept.
Traditional hardtop bolts require you to grab a tool whenever you want to remove or reinstall the top. ROCKWORKX thumb screws replace that conventional hardware with large, hand-operated fasteners that make the process significantly more convenient.
Pair those with the new CJ & YJ Quick-Release Windshield Knobs, and you've now got quick, tool-free access to both areas.
For Jeep owners who like to switch between enclosed and open-air driving, that convenience matters.
And because the windshield knobs and hardtop thumb screws are designed to work together visually, the finished installation looks intentional rather than like a collection of unrelated aftermarket hardware.
The new CJ & YJ windshield knobs are machined from 6061 billet aluminum, a material widely used in automotive and mechanical applications because it offers a useful combination of strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and relatively low weight.
But material is only part of the equation.
The hardware is designed around actual usability. The knurled surface provides additional grip, while the built-in handle makes the knob easier to operate than a conventional bolt head.
That's particularly useful when you're working on a Jeep outdoors, at the trailhead, in the garage, or anywhere else you don't want to go searching through a toolbox just to make a simple adjustment.
Your hardware doesn't have to look like an afterthought.
The new CJ & YJ Quick-Release Hardware is available in six ROCKWORKX colors, making it easy to coordinate the hardware with your Jeep's paint, interior, accessories, or existing ROCKWORKX products.
Whether you prefer hardware that blends into the build or want to add a small contrasting accent, you can choose the combination that works for your Jeep.
It's functional hardware, but there's no reason it can't look good too.
The new quick-release hardware was developed for classic Jeep CJ and Jeep YJ owners who want to make frequently accessed hardware easier to use.
The windshield knobs are a good choice if your primary goal is simplifying windshield adjustment.
The complete Windshield + Hardtop Bolt Kit makes more sense if you have a hardtop and want coordinated quick-release hardware for both systems.
It's especially useful for owners who regularly change their Jeep's configuration throughout the year or simply want to replace conventional hardware with something more functional.
ROCKWORKX CJ & YJ Quick-Release Windshield Knobs replace conventional factory windshield hardware with larger, hand-operated knobs. They're designed to make windshield adjustment quicker and easier without requiring a wrench or socket for routine operation.
The windshield knobs are CNC-machined from 6061 billet aluminum and feature a knurled grip and ROCKWORKX's integrated handle design.
The handle can be repositioned in 60-degree increments, allowing you to orient it more neatly after the knob has been tightened rather than being stuck with the handle in an inconvenient position.
The ROCKWORKX Quick-Release Windshield Knobs are designed to allow routine loosening and tightening by hand, eliminating the need to reach for a wrench or socket each time you want to adjust the windshield.
Yes. ROCKWORKX offers matching hardtop thumb screws, and the new CJ & YJ Windshield + Hardtop Bolt Kit combines the windshield and hardtop hardware into one coordinated package.
The combination kit includes the ROCKWORKX quick-release hardware needed to create a coordinated setup for both windshield adjustment and hardtop removal. Check the individual product listing for the exact quantity and vehicle-specific contents of your kit before ordering.
The matching ROCKWORKX hardtop thumb screws are designed to replace conventional hardtop bolts with hand-operated hardware, making routine hardtop removal and installation more convenient.
If you have a hardtop, the combination kit gives you matching quick-release hardware for both the windshield and hardtop in a single package. It eliminates the need to source separate hardware and gives the Jeep a more coordinated finished appearance.
The hardware is available in six ROCKWORKX colors, allowing you to create a coordinated look across your windshield and hardtop hardware.
Both. The hardware is designed for owners who want improved functionality whether they're building an off-road CJ or YJ, maintaining a weekend vehicle, or upgrading a restored classic Jeep with practical removable hardware.
We like upgrades that solve simple problems.
A CJ or YJ doesn't need to be complicated. That's part of what makes these Jeeps so much fun in the first place.
The new ROCKWORKX Quick-Release Windshield Knobs preserve that simplicity while making one of the Jeep's signature features easier to use. Add the matching hardtop hardware, and you've got a coordinated system that makes opening up your Jeep considerably more convenient.
No unnecessary complexity.
No drawer full of mismatched hardware.
No searching for the right socket when you'd rather be driving.
One setup. Matching hardware. Less time looking for tools.
The wait is over.
ROCKWORKX CJ & YJ Quick-Release Windshield Knobs and complete Windshield + Hardtop Bolt Kits are available now.
Choose your configuration, select from six ROCKWORKX colors, and upgrade your classic Jeep with hardware designed to make windshield adjustment and hardtop removal simpler.
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Thanks to everyone who kept asking us to make these—and thanks for continuing to support what we're building at ROCKWORKX.
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