I m following your guys foot steps and building a wooden roof.
Van roof extension kit.
If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself.
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.
Reimo offers a wide range with a large variety of variants for vans panel vans campervans multivan caravelle and other luxury vans.
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.
The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof.
It easily passed the fmvss 216 roof crash test see below.
Actually we feel the roof is stronger after the penthouse has been installed.
If you have a passenger van the rear seats and rear headliner must be removed.
If you do not see a hight that you require give us a call custom work also available to satisfy your needs.
Made from aluminum exoskeleton and bent bamboo panels the zenvanz diy van kit is a complete cabinetry and component system you install into your van using factory holes.
Currently gutting the van now and getting ready to make the cuts.
First step though is finding a suitable top.
Yes all of our van tops have some wood reinforcing in the ceiling.
This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly.
I am using a ford econoline extended 350 instead.
35 years of experience in pop top roof conversion campervan roof conversions pop top roof kit whether it is a pop top roof high top roof or pop up roof all our reimo roofs are made in germany.
All of our full size van tops work great with side or rear wheelchair lifts.
As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums.
I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.
Can solar panels be added to the roof.