Van Roof Extension

The front roof van rib over the cab and the rear rib are not removed.

Van roof extension.

If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself. Noise your van is going to sound much different with a raised roof. This is probably the cheapest and easiest way to begin but any standard van would work. Currently gutting the van now and getting ready to make the cuts.

Van tops also known as high tops and or camper tops for vans make the movement of passengers and cargo easier when compared to that of a standard van. As a slightly wacko idea i would really like to make the top a removable boat but that s another project another day. The curve of the roof at the very end running the length of the van is more then i expected and looks like its gonna be a problem when i try to mount the first 2 4. As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums.

Yes all of our van tops have some wood reinforcing in the ceiling. Yes but we recommend loading no more 200 lbs. This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly. This van is a 1996 dodge maxivan with 85 000 from the original owner and tons of maintenance paperwork and it had a leaky rusty roof.

I chose to leave about 18 of the original roof at the rear because i plan to use that space for storage. If you do not see a hight that you require give us a call custom work also available to satisfy your needs. Can a roof rack be installed. In this story the van was an empty cargo shell.

Part of the original van roof can be left intact to help support cabinetry and other structures that will be attached to the high top. All of our full size van tops work great with side or rear wheelchair lifts. If you have a passenger van the rear seats and rear headliner must be removed. First step though is finding a suitable top.

Use a roof rack for kayaks surfboards solar panels etc. The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof. I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations. Be very careful with the edges of the original roof.

I am using a ford econoline extended 350 instead. Can solar panels be added to the roof. Insulation insulation makes the roof quieter and the entire van more comfortable. Unless you are merely looking for more room to haul your cargo be sure to buy an insulated hi top.

Radiant barrier with insulation and plywood on top.