Astro Van Roof Extension

The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof.

Astro van roof extension.

They re going to cut a gigantic hole in the roof of your van so the headliner will most definitely get in the way. Mini van tops from 12 and above work great with side and rear handicap lifts. Can solar panels be added to the roof. If you have a passenger van the rear seats and rear headliner must be removed.

I am using a ford econoline extended 350 instead. As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums. Anyone who has lived out of a van for any length of time knows that being able to stand up is a big plus. I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.

Pop top aka camper top. The high top will sit on a 4 band around the perimeter of the original roof. If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself. Actually we feel the roof is stronger after the penthouse has been installed.

I m following your guys foot steps and building a wooden roof. 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. Yes all of our van tops have some wood reinforcing in the ceiling.

Can a roof rack be installed. Caravan chrysler plymouth town and country use the same top. We are the first to have a raised roof to fit on the new 2014 transit connect nissan nv200. A pop top allows you to stand up in your van and sleep an extra two up high while still fitting in a garage or under low hanging tree limbs or rock.

First step though is finding a suitable top. Rust on the roof and drip rails should be addressed. Yes but we recommend loading no more 200 lbs.