Astro Van Roof Extension

It easily passed the fmvss 216 roof crash test see below.

Astro van roof extension. 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. First step though is finding a suitable top. I m following your guys foot steps and building a wooden roof. This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly.

All of our full size van tops work great with side or rear wheelchair lifts. Caravan chrysler plymouth town and country use the same top. The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof. Actually we feel the roof is stronger after the penthouse has been installed.

Mini van tops from 12 and above work great with side and rear handicap lifts. As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums. I am using a ford econoline extended 350 instead. I chose to leave about 18 of the original roof at the rear because i plan to use that space for storage.

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. If you do not see a hight that you require give us a call custom work also available to satisfy your needs. Be very careful with the edges of the original roof. I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.

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. Here s how to properly line up and cut your hole to accommodate your fiberglass raised roof v. We are the first to have a raised roof to fit on the new 2014 transit connect nissan nv200.