Roof Replacement Question

depark · 09-22-2017, 06:28 PM

This may seem like an odd question because it's kind of backwards. Is it possible to remove a high top and replace it with a stock roof? The reason for my question is I am looking for a mobility converted 2013 or 2014 E350 with a regular roof. They are hard to find. I see lots with high tops but that won't work for me. I need something that can fit in my garage. I'm just wondering if anyone has attempted this before. Is it something a body shop could or would do?
Thanks
Darryl

carringb · 09-22-2017, 09:36 PM

Yes a body shop shouldn't have trouble replacing it. Just beware it'll probably cost more than a new Penthouse top.

torboschen · 09-22-2017, 09:56 PM

Might be cheaper to lower the ride height if your use and destinations allow..

carringb · 09-24-2017, 10:34 PM

Btw have you thought about a drop floor van?

https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/...307544591.html

depark · 09-25-2017, 07:35 PM

That's exactly what I'm looking for. I just want one that is newer. I currently have a 2006 E250 with a 6" drop floor. I am looking for a 2011 or newer E350 with a 9" drop floor with low miles. I have found a few. I did come across a 2011 E350 with the 9" drop floor but it also has a raised roof which doesn't work for me. Hence my query of removing the high top. Nice find though.

Thanks
Darryl

86Scotty · 09-25-2017, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carringb

Btw have you thought about a drop floor van?

https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/...307544591.html

That is very slick. I've never seen one with that much of a drop.

Jsweezy · 09-25-2017, 10:51 PM

How much of a high top is too high? Maybe you could just swap the current high top for a lower one, heck maybe even get a GTRV top while your already spending money. Same height as stock roof.

Jsweezy · 09-25-2017, 10:53 PM

Btw ive read less than ideal reviews about the individuals selling that drop floor van.

depark · 09-26-2017, 03:24 PM

I'm limited with what I can fit in my garage. No raised roof will work. By the time I add 6" of suspension lift and 35's it will just fit with a regular roof.

SteelheadJones · 09-27-2017, 10:42 AM

How do they drop the floors in these vans? Don't the floors sit directly on top of the frame rails?