You guys are right on with the door removal tips. Works well and after several times the doors come off easier.
The "wind drag" of the top stinks. I take everything off whenever I can. I just throw on a jacket and go for it. If you must have the top (rain), I found it best to only remove the rear window.
I have seen the "emergency top" in the Quadratec catalog and think that might help with the pop up showers. I have the trail cover that works pretty well, but you have to park it.