Astro Van Roof Extension

As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums.

Astro van roof extension.

Rust on the roof and drip rails should be addressed. It easily passed the fmvss 216 roof crash test see below. Yes but we recommend loading no more 200 lbs. 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.

This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly. The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof. If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself. I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.

Can solar panels be added to the roof. Currently gutting the van now and getting ready to make the cuts. Caravan chrysler plymouth town and country use the same top. I m following your guys foot steps and building a wooden roof.

Mini van tops from 12 and above work great with side and rear handicap lifts. First step though is finding a suitable top. They re going to cut a gigantic hole in the roof of your van so the headliner will most definitely get in the way. We are the first to have a raised roof to fit on the new 2014 transit connect nissan nv200.

Yes all of our van tops have some wood reinforcing in the ceiling. Anyone who has lived out of a van for any length of time knows that being able to stand up is a big plus. The high top will sit on a 4 band around the perimeter of the original roof. Pop top aka camper top.

Use a roof rack for kayaks surfboards solar panels etc. Actually we feel the roof is stronger after the penthouse has been installed. I am using a ford econoline extended 350 instead.