I am using a ford econoline extended 350 instead.
Raising roof on van.
I m following your guys foot steps and building a wooden roof.
If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself.
The idea was to find a low mileage large van and make it into a standing height high ceiling a work vehicle.
My idea is to build a raised platform bed with storage underneath in the back of the van.
Diy van high top.
There is more than one way to achieve.
Unless you are merely looking for more room to haul your cargo be sure to buy an insulated hi top.
First step though is finding a suitable top.
If you have a passenger van the rear seats and rear headliner must be removed.
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 is very important that the roof be properly designed airflow to reduce noise.
The making and fitting of the elevating roof on my vauxhaul vivaro camper van low profile keeps the van under 2 metres high.
As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums.
Yes but we recommend loading no more 200 lbs.
By mark morris diy mods van living.
Can solar panels be added to the roof.
Wanting to save money this alaskan converted a sears van into a camper with extra headroom.
I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.
I couldn t see parting with 40 50k for a sprinter van or similar.
The total average cost to raise your home s roof could range from 15 000 to 20 000.
Use a roof rack for kayaks surfboards solar panels etc.
You won t believe how easy it is to raise the roof on this ford van.
You will need to consult with structural engineers who can plan for your home s roof raise and get the appropriate permits from your local city.
Can a roof rack be installed.
Insulation insulation makes the roof quieter and the entire van more comfortable.
Yes all of our van tops have some wood reinforcing in the ceiling.
Rather than lay plywood across the roof cutout my bed would be supported by columns secured to the two rearmost pairs of pillars with the bottom of the platform.
Currently gutting the van now and getting ready to make the cuts.
Some rvs can be out of reach for many would be weekend warriors.
Noise your van is going to sound much different with a raised roof.
