First step though is finding a suitable top.
Chevy express van roof extension.
Contact us today to discuss your needs with a sportsmobile designer.
See your dealer for details.
The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof.
Be very careful with the edges of the original roof.
As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums.
Express passenger van with 135 wheelbase available towing package and available duramax 2 8l turbo diesel engine.
Your van interior will have up to 76 inches of headroom so you can move around inside comfortably.
We put the studs on 16 centers with a 5 degree lean to make the walls of the extension match the curve of the van.
It easily passed the fmvss 216 roof crash test see below.
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.
Actually we feel the roof is stronger after the penthouse has been installed.
Cargo 12 passenger and 15 passenger.
If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself.
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.
I chose to leave about 18 of the original roof at the rear because i plan to use that space for storage.
We transform ford econoline chevy express and gmc savana vans.
Our lightweight fiberglass one piece van tops are leakproof and provide more storage space in your van while maintaining its aerodynamics.
We figured if 2 4 s are good enough for a house they are good enough for a van.
The conversions on this page feature a 4x4 van awning steps vinyl stripes and penthouse tops.
Chevrolet accessories are dealer installed and covered by the gm 3 year 36 000 mile whichever comes first new vehicle limited warranty when ordered with your new express van.
If you do not see a hight that you require give us a call custom work also available to satisfy your needs.
This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly.
Building the extended frame.
I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.
All of our full size van tops work great with side or rear wheelchair lifts.
