Considering Pop-Top Install

[d95gas]

Hi Everyone,

Currently have a PVC Transit Custom L1H1. I have been looking at various options including selling the van (which I am loath to do), in order to make things more comfortable for myself and Skye the dog when on our travels.

I have now decided I need to keep the van for this year at least, so with that in mind I am looking at getting a "Pop-Top" installed to give me the extra headroom, and a spare bed for my Grandson when he comes with me.

I am looking into several installers that have been recommended, who can do a decent job. But my reason for the post is to see if there are any major disadvantages to having a pop-top?

I am concious that windy days might be an issue, but anything else? Also does it increase the noise level in the cabin when travelling?

Thanks in anticipation of your advice.

 

[CAB96]

I would say that wind noise depends on the roof and install. Also the bed base, if it fully covers the gap or has an insert above the cab it will help.

Noise, yes when up. Wind, cold also. A thermal pop-top cover makes a huge difference but there is the faff of putting it on / taking it off.

Also, they are not stealthy. I suppose it depends on how you use the van.

But being able to stand up and walk around is priceless.

 

[Nanniemate]

Sell it and get something more suitable.

Won't get you more headroom but will dothe job

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[Neckender]

I had a Storm pop top fitted 2 years ago by Cosmic Campers in Derby to my T6.1 and we’re really pleased with it as it’s given us extra head room with us both being fairly tall and extra daylight as well, we were camped on the Isle of Wight 18 months ago in some very strong winds and our Storm pop top coped with it very well indeed, if it hadn’t I would have just lowered the roof. Also Cosmic Campers are a very professional camper van converters specialising in pop top roof conversions.