Mini Van Roof Extension

Our roof extension is still water tight and holding strong.

Mini van roof extension.

Lot s of room in the loft even with the sleeping platform in place. First step though is finding a suitable top. Caravan chrysler plymouth town and country use the same top. Any roof racks or other accessories must be removed from the roof.

If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself. Mini van tops from 12 and above work great with side and rear handicap lifts. Savage pooh added a 1 by 2 strip on the top side of the topper lip to cushion the bolts a little then covered the entire edge with metal edging for a smooth finish. The rightline gear suv and minivan tent is the best for a tent that attaches to a small cargo van.

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. Rust on the roof and drip rails should be addressed. I think that would give an extra bit of snugness to that joint and add a bit of waterproofing. Yes but we recommend loading no more 200 lbs.

The optional upper bunk is up to 6 7 long and about 42 wide with some extra non padded space around it. As much of the interior as possible needs to be removed to give us space to work. Tent material can be customized for something other than the regular tan canvas. Can a roof rack be installed.

This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly. As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums. Once the top is in place it is simply a matter of bolting it onto the van. Once the top is installed it will be impossible to get rid of any rust along that band because it will be covered by the high top flange so if rust is a concern for you get rid of it prior to the high top.

The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof. The front roof van rib over the cab and the rear rib are not removed. Their minivan tops are one piece and add about 5. I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.

If you have a passenger van the rear seats and rear headliner must be removed. We are the first to have a raised roof to fit on the new 2014 transit connect nissan nv200.