Astro Van Roof Extension

This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly.

Astro van roof extension.

Actually we feel the roof is stronger after the penthouse has been installed. The high top will sit on a 4 band around the perimeter of the original roof. As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums. Use a roof rack for kayaks surfboards solar panels etc.

Pop top aka camper top. I am using a ford econoline extended 350 instead. Mini van tops from 12 and above work great with side and rear handicap lifts. Yes but we recommend loading no more 200 lbs.

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. Rust on the roof and drip rails should be addressed. Can a roof rack be installed. If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself.

I m following your guys foot steps and building a wooden roof. Can solar panels be added to the roof. Yes all of our van tops have some wood reinforcing in the ceiling. They re going to cut a gigantic hole in the roof of your van so the headliner will most definitely get in the way.

The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van 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. It easily passed the fmvss 216 roof crash test see below. Caravan chrysler plymouth town and country use the same top.

Currently gutting the van now and getting ready to make the cuts. If you have a passenger van the rear seats and rear headliner must be removed. First step though is finding a suitable top.