Raising The Roof On A Step Van

And although almost any roof can be raised the cost of raising a very large or complex roof may outweigh the benefits.

Raising the roof on a step van.

Once the top is in place it is simply a matter of bolting it onto the van. 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. You ll need plenty of help or a lift to get your top on. 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.

The idea was to make a frame cover it with 22 plywood anchor it the van with screws fill the voids rear corners with spray foam red cans that cost about 3 at a hardware or building supply store coat this with laminating resin fiberglass over the corners and edges of this structure first with 1 1 2oz fiberglass mat then over the entire structure with 10 oz. Raised roof van conversion starts by making a hole in the roof. I am using a ford econoline extended 350 instead. First step though is finding a suitable top.

A truss framed roof on the other hand doesn t have any attic space to expand you re probably going to have to raise a truss framed roof to get more space. Here s how to properly line up and cut your hole to accommodate your fiberglass raised roof v. My idea is to build a raised platform bed with storage underneath in the back of the van. Most standard plans for the sprinter and transit vans can be adapted for the chevy or ford e vans or you can design your own dyo interior.

I do not plan on a roof air conditioner the van is already tall enough with the camper top. I m following your guys foot steps and building a wooden roof. As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums. Currently gutting the van now and getting ready to make the cuts.

I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations. I also think that a step van with a partially raised roof would stick out and not be as stealthy granted step vans are not the most stealthy in the first place. The conversions on this page feature a 4x4 van awning steps vinyl stripes and penthouse tops. In regard to headroom i anticipate.

2 for insulation flooring at the floor 4 for insulation ceiling material at the roof 10 for the bed that leaves 68 which isn t enough.