As with anything used check craigslist local wrecker s yards and van specific forums.
Raised roof van top.
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.
First step though is finding a suitable top.
It is very important that the roof be properly designed airflow to reduce noise.
Once the top is in place it is simply a matter of bolting it onto the van.
Like all boxy vehicles it can be a beast to drive in the wind but that s par for the course with tall vans.
This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly.
Noise your van is going to sound much different with a raised roof.
Make sure your installer knows how to reinforce the sidewalls and top at the very least.
If you re comfortable cutting a hole in the roof of your van you should be able to install a high top yourself.
If you do not see a hight that you require give us a call custom work also available to satisfy your needs.
You ll need plenty of help or a lift to get your top on.
All of our full size van tops work great with side or rear wheelchair lifts.
It easily passed the fmvss 216 roof crash test see below.
I ve seen the most success with wrecker s yards pick your part locations.
Derin estimated that the high top added around 450 pounds of weight but the roof they took off weighed about 250 pounds so that s only a net gain of 200 pounds.
Unless you are merely looking for more room to haul your cargo be sure to buy an insulated hi top.
The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof.