Cargo Van Roof Extension

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

Cargo van roof extension.

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. This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly. This one happens to be a 4 4 because it s alaska after all. Raised roof van conversion starts by making a hole in the roof.

Express 2500 cargo van with 135 wheelbase. This is probably the cheapest and easiest way to begin but any standard van would work. As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums. This blog post will be about how we got started.

Here s how to properly line up and cut your hole to accommodate your fiberglass raised roof v. More about the ram promaster cargo van. Radiant barrier with insulation and plywood on top. Depending on what your job calls for you can choose from three lengths three roof heights and two wheelbases.

There s a lot that goes into building a new roof on top of your cargo van so we ve broken down the build into a couple phases. All of our full size van tops work great with side or rear wheelchair lifts. If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself. Edmunds has 365 used ram promaster cargo vans for sale near you including a 2014 promaster cargo van 1500 low roof full size van and a 2019 promaster cargo.

After researching the different year makes models of cargo vans we found that chevy had the best reviews. See the owner s manual and the label on the vehicle door jamb for the carrying capacity of a specific vehicle. In this story the van was an empty cargo shell. First step though is finding a suitable top.

Includes weight of vehicle passengers cargo and equipment. For comparison purposes only. Be very careful with the edges of the original roof. Plus there is plenty of space for racks and bins for safe storage of tools supplies equipment and more.

Express 3500 cargo van with 2 8l duramax diesel engine and 155 wheelbase. 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. I chose to leave about 18 of the original roof at the rear because i plan to use that space for storage. If you do not see a hight that you require give us a call custom work also available to satisfy your needs.

I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.