Van Conversion Roof Deck

Actually we feel the roof is stronger after the penthouse has been installed.

Van conversion roof deck.

Building a huge roof deck on my van van build 06 duration. The sides and rear of the roof cut out are framed with 14 gauge steel bolted to the van roof. Wes sav converted their sprinter van into an off grid beast. It easily passed the fmvss 216 roof crash test see below.

If you plan on traveling through predominantly warm climates you have a pet on board who ll need to keep cool during the daytime or even if you just plan on doing a lot of cooking in your van a roof vent fan is going to make your life a whole lot easier. This impressive van buildout includes a solar system with a 1 000 watt solar roof deck and a massive inverter. When converting your van a roof vent is something you re going to want to consider. Hey guys here she is in all her glory my new home a 2013 170wb mercedes sprinter camper conversion.

This simple deck is sturdy weather proof and easy on the eyes. A basic package with a bed the electrical system insulation and walling and lighting starts at 22 351 while the company s most expensive build includes the rooftop deck solar panels a. What i used this episode. I m installing a roof deck on my van by paneling my roof rack with lots of wood.

Life of lenja 13 955 views. It also has a recirculating shower that wastes only 2 gallons of water per use and radiant flooring that keeps the van toasty inside even in during the dead of winter. This heavy steel frame reinforces the roof supports the optional bed and is the base for the elevating assembly. I wanted to hang out on top my sprinter van without spending heaps of money so i fashioned this diy rooftop deck platform for 25.

Foldable bed in 1000 van conversion duration. Can t tell you how exciting it is to be able to drive.