I have had my Vamoose pop top now for 15 months and couldn't be happier. It is not the flashiest with no panoramic zips or multi windows and one colour fabric choice. What it is though is belts 'n' braces and bombproof ! They have been making them for years, it is tried and trusted. It laughs at bad weather and rain! I love the neatness of the internal gas struts and the simple st-steel hinges to the rear ( no stupid bungee needed here to stop catching in the scissor hinges ). I have extended the bed board and now have 2.1 metres bed length in a swb T5.1. They had my van for 2 days and fitted the colour matched pop top, deluxe bed board, diesel heater, Vamoose awning rail and new rear window. I also bought their bespoke internal thermal liner for winter use. And my van had furniture and a RIB bed already installed. Others didn't want to know. Vamoose just got on with it. Decent price too. Highly recommended!
These guys are so efficient and experienced; making it seem so simple. Would definitely consider them for any project relating to van space utilisation and customisations. I am very curious about a rough estimate on how much does this process cost ?
Hi Lucas Just like to clarify something with you , this video was taken by one of our customers around 7 years ago , it has obviously been edited as the part where we TRIPLE seal all the frames and paintwork is not shown , I have been building camper vans for almost 30 years and fitting our Vamoose roofs for nearly 12 years , we have installed 1000’s of these and guess what , no rust ! I’d suggest you get your facts in order before you comment on things you have never seen and no nothing about .
u shows everything but not the paint? this is not Lucas fault. this is big mistake to not showing it in this video, cuz u are amazing to do hard works like this. Well made 😁
In 4 minute 36 seconds The VamOOSE let LOOSE their trade secrets ;but they GAIN APPLAUDS from those who can afford only DIY in all other parts of world ! Great DECODED VIDEO on making pop top!
Hi, if van was originally lwb panel van, is it legal to cut the roof and install a pop top? Does it have to be checked by an engineer and inform dvla ? I’d love to do this but really don’t want to cut the roof just to have issues with police etc since all these stupid regulations have come in
Absolutely perfect. I can now make one myself and fit it to my van. Just have to make an aluminium frame with corner reinforcements and strengenthing bars at front and rear for it. Thats just saved me a pretty penny.
I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, O Lord, show this also to thy servant: whether after death, as soon as every one of us yields up his soul, we shall be kept in rest until those times come when thou wilt renew the creation, or whether we shall be tormented at once?" 76 He answered me and said, "I will show you that also, but do not be associated with those who have shown scorn, nor number yourself among those who are tormented. 77 For you have a treasure of works laid up with the Most High; but it will not be shown to you until the last times. 78 Now, concerning death, the teaching is: When the decisive decree has gone forth from the Most High that a man shall die, as the spirit leaves the body to return again to him who gave it, first of all it adores the glory of the Most High. 79 And if it is one of those who have shown scorn and have not kept the way of the Most High, and who have despised his law, and who have hated those who fear the Most High -- 80 such spirits shall not enter into habitations, but shall immediately wander about in torments, ever grieving and sad, in seven ways. 81 The first way, because they have scorned the law of the Most High. 82 The second way, because they cannot now make a good repentance that they may live. 83 The third way, they shall see the reward laid up for those who have trusted the covenants of the Most High. 84 The fourth way, they shall consider the torment laid up for themselves in the last days. 85 The fifth way, they shall see how the habitations of the others are guarded by angels in profound quiet. 86 The sixth way, they shall see how some of them will pass over into torments. 87 The seventh way, which is worse than all the ways that have been mentioned, because they shall utterly waste away in confusion and be consumed with shame, and shall wither with fear at seeing the glory of the Most High before whom they sinned while they were alive, and before whom they are to be judged in the last times. 88 "Now this is the order of those who have kept the ways of the Most High, when they shall be separated from their mortal body. 89 During the time that they lived in it, they laboriously served the Most High, and withstood danger every hour, that they might keep the law of the Lawgiver perfectly. 90 Therefore this is the teaching concerning them: 91 First of all, they shall see with great joy the glory of him who receives them, for they shall have rest in seven orders. 92 The first order, because they have striven with great effort to overcome the evil thought which was formed with them, that it might not lead them astray from life into death. 93 The second order, because they see the perplexity in which the souls of the unrighteous wander, and the punishment that awaits them. 94 The third order, they see the witness which he who formed them bears concerning them, that while they were alive they kept the law which was given them in trust. 95 The fourth order, they understand the rest which they now enjoy, being gathered into their chambers and guarded by angels in profound quiet, and the glory which awaits them in the last days. 96 The fifth order, they rejoice that they have now escaped what is corruptible, and shall inherit what is to come; and besides they see the straits and toil from which they have been delivered, and the spacious liberty which they are to receive and enjoy in immortality. 97 The sixth order, when it is shown to them how their face is to shine like the sun, and how they are to be made like the light of the stars, being incorruptible from then on. 98 The seventh order, which is greater than all that have been mentioned, because they shall rejoice with boldness, and shall be confident without confusion, and shall be glad without fear, for they hasten to behold the face of him whom they served in life and from whom they are to receive their reward when glorified. 99 This is the order of the souls of the righteous, as henceforth is announced; and the aforesaid are the ways of torment which those who would not give heed shall suffer hereafter." 100 I answered and said, "Will time therefore be given to the souls, after they have been separated from the bodies, to see what you have described to me?" 101 He said to me, "They shall have freedom for seven days, so that during these seven days they may see the things of which you have been told, and afterwards they shall be gathered in their habitations." 102 I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, show further to me, thy servant, whether on the day of judgment the righteous will be able to intercede for the unrighteous or to entreat the Most High for them, 103 fathers for sons or sons for parents, brothers for brothers, relatives for their kinsmen, or friends for those who are most dear." 104 He answered me and said, "Since you have found favor in my sight, I will show you this also. The day of judgment is decisive and displays to all the seal of truth. Just as now a father does not send his son, or a son his father, or a master his servant, or a friend his dearest friend, to be ill or sleep or eat or be healed in his stead, 105 so no one shall ever pray for another on that day, neither shall any one lay a burden on another; for then every one shall bear his own righteousness and unrighteousness." .....2 Esdras 7:75 //////////////
Hi I’m thinking of getting this done to my lwbT5, there are so many manufacturers of the pop tops, out there, what is the name of this one just reviewing all of them before I go ahead Many that
No the van is as strong with our frame in as it was with the original roof , it has been structurally tested by the RDW in the Netherlands and fully certified for type approval. ( no such test is available in the U.K. hence it was tested in Europe )
@@vamoosecamperconversionltd5598 is it possible to have one that opens the other way? Opening perpendicular to the length of the van rather than parallel?
Dan Staszko 💪💪 If a high strength LEXAN, Kevlar, & Carbon Fibers were properly constructed, that portion of the vehicle should be much Much lighter weight & stronger then the original sheet metal. Similar to an air craft canopy. Strong & visible
I'm looking to do exactly this to another van, and I have a question. After cutting out the roof, sheet and frame, what was that white frame made from that you set on top?
Is the overall structure weakened by removing the roof cross beams. It's Difficult to imagine the aluminium frame providing any roll over strength compared to the original ?
@@kristianszabo3817 held to sheet metal with rivnuts? are you kidding me? the frame might be strong but it'll get sheared right off if there's an accident and the vehicle ends up on its sides.
I dont mean to be offtopic but does someone know a tool to log back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly lost my login password. I love any tricks you can offer me!
@Grayson Stetson I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site on google and Im in the hacking process atm. Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
There is a purpose made channel in the strengthening frame which is filled with bonding sealant. When the frame is fitted it seals the bare metal edges. After this the frame is sealed from the inside and then again from the outside. No chance whatsoever of any rust anywhere.
I noticed it's a ridged roof. How do you fill in the valleys to prevent water leakage? I saw you squeeze some kind of material in there, what was that? And was any other step to the process of making the valley's water tight?
Did not show in detail the most important: sealing between roof and frame ! The roof is not flat, the frame seems flat. Looked like they put silicone in the gaps, but just in there. Seeing only this, I bet it will leak :-(
That's the first thing I noticed, if they are not bothered about protecting the outer & internals of the van before cutting , makes you wonder if other corners are being cut when fitting. It doesn't take long to sheet up the outer bodywork and inners of the van to protect it from metal swarf\filings, a little extra care speaks volumes when a customer is looking for a converter to cut a big hole in their pride and joy. Come on Vamoose surely you are better than this?
Great video. These guys know what there doing! Let us know please where we can pick up a unit in the U.S. I bet there would be keen interest in installing your units on our vans here you know.
Aluminium frame in replace of steel cross members . I would not trust it in aside crash.. crash tested?? I think it's reimo that put in a STEEL sub frame when the original tin roof and cross members are removed.
+andrew moon The profiled frame has a groove in the underside which is filled with sealant before it is dropped in. This coats any bare metal. The frame is then double sealed from the inside. Then triple sealed from the outside. Absolutely no way any metal will ever rust. Sometimes best not to talk about things you know nothing about.
I have had my Vamoose pop top now for 15 months and couldn't be happier. It is not the flashiest with no panoramic zips or multi windows and one colour fabric choice. What it is though is belts 'n' braces and bombproof ! They have been making them for years, it is tried and trusted. It laughs at bad weather and rain!
I love the neatness of the internal gas struts and the simple st-steel hinges to the rear ( no stupid bungee needed here to stop catching in the scissor hinges ). I have extended the bed board and now have 2.1 metres bed length in a swb T5.1.
They had my van for 2 days and fitted the colour matched pop top, deluxe bed board, diesel heater, Vamoose awning rail and new rear window. I also bought their bespoke internal thermal liner for winter use. And my van had furniture and a RIB bed already installed. Others didn't want to know. Vamoose just got on with it. Decent price too. Highly recommended!
I am seriously impressed with this pop top and the obvious expertise the fitters have. What a product!
Had this exact same idea for my VW Vanagon. Hope my DIY fits like a glove like yours.
I feel I can do it after I finish aviation composite classes. :)
look like easy, but its so difficult to do ! great ! good and incredible job!
These guys are so efficient and experienced; making it seem so simple.
Would definitely consider them for any project relating to van space utilisation and customisations.
I am very curious about a rough estimate on how much does this process cost ?
Do you guys not protect the bare metal edges, and holes that were drilled?
So what replaces the bracing from the roof for strength ie for stiffness of vehicle and if the vehicle turned over in an accident?
Nothing, and then ya die
I’m impressed! What is the extrusion you are using for the base which bolts to the roof of the van please?
Hi Lucas
Just like to clarify something with you , this video was taken by one of our customers around 7 years ago , it has obviously been edited as the part where we TRIPLE seal all the frames and paintwork is not shown , I have been building camper vans for almost 30 years and fitting our Vamoose roofs for nearly 12 years , we have installed 1000’s of these and guess what , no rust !
I’d suggest you get your facts in order before you comment on things you have never seen and no nothing about .
u shows everything but not the paint? this is not Lucas fault. this is big mistake to not showing it in this video, cuz u are amazing to do hard works like this. Well made 😁
In 4 minute 36 seconds The VamOOSE let LOOSE their trade secrets ;but they GAIN APPLAUDS from those who can afford only DIY in all other parts of world ! Great DECODED VIDEO on making pop top!
Hi, if van was originally lwb panel van, is it legal to cut the roof and install a pop top? Does it have to be checked by an engineer and inform dvla ?
I’d love to do this but really don’t want to cut the roof just to have issues with police etc since all these stupid regulations have come in
That was cool 😎. Always wondered how the process went
Absolutely perfect. I can now make one myself and fit it to my van.
Just have to make an aluminium frame with corner reinforcements and strengenthing bars at front and rear for it.
Thats just saved me a pretty penny.
I would love to install on my fj60 here in the US!
werden die schnittkanten nicht gegen rost versiegelt? es wurde ledig kleber aufgetragen
This is possible in renault kangoo or citroen berlingo?.
i wish you were in mexico, so you make my van elevating roof, here in mexico there is nobody that makes those jobs
Do you ship the roof kit to the USA?
I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, O Lord, show this also to thy servant: whether after death, as soon as every one of us yields up his soul, we shall be kept in rest until those times come when thou wilt renew the creation, or whether we shall be tormented at once?" 76 He answered me and said, "I will show you that also, but do not be associated with those who have shown scorn, nor number yourself among those who are tormented. 77 For you have a treasure of works laid up with the Most High; but it will not be shown to you until the last times.
78 Now, concerning death, the teaching is: When the decisive decree has gone forth from the Most High that a man shall die, as the spirit leaves the body to return again to him who gave it, first of all it adores the glory of the Most High. 79 And if it is one of those who have shown scorn and have not kept the way of the Most High, and who have despised his law, and who have hated those who fear the Most High -- 80 such spirits shall not enter into habitations, but shall immediately wander about in torments, ever grieving and sad, in seven ways.
81 The first way, because they have scorned the law of the Most High. 82 The second way, because they cannot now make a good repentance that they may live. 83 The third way, they shall see the reward laid up for those who have trusted the covenants of the Most High. 84 The fourth way, they shall consider the torment laid up for themselves in the last days. 85 The fifth way, they shall see how the habitations of the others are guarded by angels in profound quiet. 86 The sixth way, they shall see how some of them will pass over into torments. 87 The seventh way, which is worse than all the ways that have been mentioned, because they shall utterly waste away in confusion and be consumed with shame, and shall wither with fear at seeing the glory of the Most High before whom they sinned while they were alive, and before whom they are to be judged in the last times.
88 "Now this is the order of those who have kept the ways of the Most High, when they shall be separated from their mortal body. 89 During the time that they lived in it, they laboriously served the Most High, and withstood danger every hour, that they might keep the law of the Lawgiver perfectly. 90 Therefore this is the teaching concerning them: 91 First of all, they shall see with great joy the glory of him who receives them, for they shall have rest in seven orders.
92 The first order, because they have striven with great effort to overcome the evil thought which was formed with them, that it might not lead them astray from life into death. 93 The second order, because they see the perplexity in which the souls of the unrighteous wander, and the punishment that awaits them. 94 The third order, they see the witness which he who formed them bears concerning them, that while they were alive they kept the law which was given them in trust. 95 The fourth order, they understand the rest which they now enjoy, being gathered into their chambers and guarded by angels in profound quiet, and the glory which awaits them in the last days. 96 The fifth order, they rejoice that they have now escaped what is corruptible, and shall inherit what is to come;
and besides they see the straits and toil from which they have been delivered, and the spacious liberty which they are to receive and enjoy in immortality. 97 The sixth order, when it is shown to them how their face is to shine like the sun, and how they are to be made like the light of the stars, being incorruptible from then on. 98 The seventh order, which is greater than all that have been mentioned, because they shall rejoice with boldness, and shall be confident without confusion, and shall be glad without fear, for they hasten to behold the face of him whom they served in life and from whom they are to receive their reward when glorified.
99 This is the order of the souls of the righteous, as henceforth is announced; and the aforesaid are the ways of torment which those who would not give heed shall suffer hereafter." 100 I answered and said, "Will time therefore be given to the souls, after they have been separated from the bodies, to see what you have described to me?" 101 He said to me, "They shall have freedom for seven days, so that during these seven days they may see the things of which you have been told, and afterwards they shall be gathered in their habitations."
102 I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, show further to me, thy servant, whether on the day of judgment the righteous will be able to intercede for the unrighteous or to entreat the Most High for them, 103 fathers for sons or sons for parents, brothers for brothers, relatives for their kinsmen, or friends for those who are most dear." 104 He answered me and said, "Since you have found favor in my sight, I will show you this also. The day of judgment is decisive and displays to all the seal of truth. Just as now a father does not send his son, or a son his father, or a master his servant, or a friend his dearest friend, to be ill or sleep or eat or be healed in his stead, 105 so no one shall ever pray for another on that day, neither shall any one lay a burden on another; for then every one shall bear his own righteousness and unrighteousness." .....2 Esdras 7:75
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Hi I’m thinking of getting this done to my lwbT5, there are so many manufacturers of the pop tops, out there, what is the name of this one just reviewing all of them before I go ahead
Many that
Is the structure very weakened after the process? i mean, for the road. Great job! Regards
No the van is as strong with our frame in as it was with the original roof , it has been structurally tested by the RDW in the Netherlands and fully certified for type approval.
( no such test is available in the U.K. hence it was tested in Europe )
@@vamoosecamperconversionltd5598 is it possible to have one that opens the other way? Opening perpendicular to the length of the van rather than parallel?
What tool did you use to make the initial cuts in the roof? Thank you.... this is freaking awesome!
Step bit then pneumatic metal shears
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What prices do you charge for the install? We have a solid T4 which could benefit from more height.
I GOTTA HAVE ONE. How much and where is this???
Genial saludos cordiales desde Patagonia Chile
amazing!! great work!
Is it possible to do this on a T2 bay window from 1973 ?
very nice video fellas, you made it look so easy
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So sad to see that website in the end that they are located in the UK :(
Just wondering what tool you used to remove that roof because I have to do that on a vintage camper I have.
looks great, but IMO, y'all should still use the section of the roof you cut off to convert into a removable roof bed.
Pretty sure they installed the roof bed!
What is that you use to cut the roof first ?
Is there anyone in the States that can do this. Thanks in advance. RH
I have a Rav4 Hybrid. Is it possible to raise the roof on it?
how is the roof re enforced sence you took some of the supporters out?
Dan Staszko 💪💪
If a high strength LEXAN, Kevlar, & Carbon Fibers were properly constructed, that portion of the vehicle should be much Much lighter weight & stronger then the original sheet metal. Similar to an air craft canopy. Strong & visible
Nicely done.
Now I 'm Liking and Subscribing and Belling.
I'm looking to do exactly this to another van, and I have a question. After cutting out the roof, sheet and frame, what was that white frame made from that you set on top?
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it was made from cheese
Hi the roof you cut as same roof you used back to put on I want to know can you use same or buy another one
Is the overall structure weakened by removing the roof cross beams. It's Difficult to imagine the aluminium frame providing any roll over strength compared to the original ?
obese1konobe That's what I was thinking about too. I assume however, they have done some tests and have qc of that.
@@kristianszabo3817 held to sheet metal with rivnuts? are you kidding me? the frame might be strong but it'll get sheared right off if there's an accident and the vehicle ends up on its sides.
Thats the way it should be a reinforcement frame when the roof braces are cut
I'd love one for the ford transit. But I'd like it to pop up the opposite way
Good job.. how much for nissan nv200 pop top roof
That was a nice installation, good job.
I dont mean to be offtopic but does someone know a tool to log back into an Instagram account..?
I stupidly lost my login password. I love any tricks you can offer me!
@Nico Tristan instablaster ;)
@Grayson Stetson I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site on google and Im in the hacking process atm.
Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
@Grayson Stetson It worked and I actually got access to my account again. Im so happy!
Thank you so much you saved my ass :D
@Nico Tristan no problem :D
Roof and body supports removed. Paint work not masked off. Metal not treated. Looks like it's done at my place with splash and dash fast fitter boys.
This is fast as hell, so why I gotta wait a year for mine??
What??!!
On minute 1:59, what is the name for this part?
What kind glue did you using ?
The music is deafening
But what about a design for a hardtop version? 🤔
I need to raise my Suburban GMC roof
Can it done
Didn't seal the edges of the cuts with paint! Rusty rusts!
There is a purpose made channel in the strengthening frame which is filled with bonding sealant. When the frame is fitted it seals the bare metal edges. After this the frame is sealed from the inside and then again from the outside. No chance whatsoever of any rust anywhere.
@@ed29011 steel rusts even in air... this is why you paint even in dry conditions.
I noticed it's a ridged roof. How do you fill in the valleys to prevent water leakage? I saw you squeeze some kind of material in there, what was that? And was any other step to the process of making the valley's water tight?
Can you do that to a 2008 toyota sienna minivan?
Did not show in detail the most important: sealing between roof and frame ! The roof is not flat, the frame seems flat. Looked like they put silicone in the gaps, but just in there. Seeing only this, I bet it will leak :-(
I'd use Windshield adhesive or possibly a form fitting silicone seal w double sided 3m tape
yeah.. im pretty sure they know what they are doing you Bellend.
@@RobBob555 pot calls kettle , rtc. it'll leak
@@kcajmortsnnew1488 If you look later in the film they seal around the frame
How much does this cost?
What kind or brand of sealant did you use to glue that pop top frame to the steel roof?
they used old discarded chewing gum they picked up off the street.
I like it but I would want it to go all the way up and I don't want the netting or anything just it to open all the way
Can this conversion be used on any full size van?
Probably.. I've an LDV that I'd like this on..
Wow that was amazing, great work
music is not necessary
You can never have too much decent sealer
красиво конечно, ну а рамку крыши ,усиливать не надо что ли？
You didn't even attempt at masking or protecting any other part of the bodywork before you started cutting.
That's the first thing I noticed, if they are not bothered about protecting the outer & internals of the van before cutting , makes you wonder if other corners are being cut when fitting. It doesn't take long to sheet up the outer bodywork and inners of the van to protect it from metal swarf\filings, a little extra care speaks volumes when a customer is looking for a converter to cut a big hole in their pride and joy. Come on Vamoose surely you are better than this?
Covering the panel for a simple cut is for people who intend on making a mistake.
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The trim ring covers any imperfections, and they did cover the seats ,so they are mindful of what they are doing , professionals, all the way ..
I need this done to my suburban.
you guys should slow down a bit - you are going to have a heart attack! seriously though, excellent video and well made.
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NoChallenge it's in fast forward lol
Great video. These guys know what there doing!
Let us know please where we can pick up a unit in the U.S.
I bet there would be keen interest in installing your units on our vans here you know.
Name of the kit
Great Video but do something with the music!
It's great music
Brasil 🤩
Can i install at my van ? Nissan vannette
no, your van is too shit.
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Aluminium frame in replace of steel cross members . I would not trust it in aside crash.. crash tested??
I think it's reimo that put in a STEEL sub frame when the original tin roof and cross members are removed.
Gavin Fisher 000
Ok.
Vans are not safe or built with any strength to begin with.
SUPER!
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I need someone to help me do this
yep music was horrible,but the job is okay
I been looking for a place here in the US so I can convert my 2008 scion xb . anyone?
OMG SAME. I don't have a van yet, but I wanted something like this, or something. Is there a company or branch in America that does this same thing?
Dude yes. My mom has this old mini van I'm gonna put a pop top on
Sportsmobile based in california and texas.
@@milk2percent416 of course you are ..looooooooooool
😮
oh come on there is far more annoying music you could have used for a video
very cool
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music is so noisy...
Medi Alexander turn your volume down you idiot
Kill the noise (music)
I am not impressed because I thought this would be a full roof pop-up rather than a half roof hinge job
not gona show the finished product wtf
In a few years - rust, rust, rust - with your installation
Turbo will fail before rust
Awesome
Dumb music
l ml ml
you made a big mistake that will in years to come cost your customer dearly
What was it?
+Zac Wingfield its a vw van lol
+andrew moon Hundreds of roofs over many years and no rust yet pal.
+andrew moon The profiled frame has a groove in the underside which is filled with sealant before it is dropped in. This coats any bare metal. The frame is then double sealed from the inside. Then triple sealed from the outside. Absolutely no way any metal will ever rust. Sometimes best not to talk about things you know nothing about.
I think they know what they are doing, rather that some 13 year old kid who can't even drive yet.
It's almost like a pick up truck tonneau cover backwards