POP TOPS INSTALLED BY BIG V
Elevating/pop top roofs are split into two main categories:
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Surface roofs - the most popular of which is Skyline
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Hidden, stealth, or flush roofs - such as the Skylow from Skyline
Big V Kampers installs both types and from various manufacturers. Each has advantages and disadvantages, and some are only produced for certain makes, models, and ages of vans.
We can add a pop top to an empty panel van, an existing campervan, and can even take off your old elevating roof and replace it with a new, modern one! We also repair pop top roofs, including replacing canvases.
Fancy working on your van?
We love self-builders!
Whether you just want to do a little or you want to tackle everything yourself, we'll be there to support you every step of the way through our free Supported Self-Build program and our online
You can download free step-by-step guides from our webshop to see exactly what's involved, and we have a huge array of DIY self-build parts and kits available.
Surface Roofs
Advantages
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Classic design proven over decades
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Simple operation to raise & lower
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With a roof bed installed, provides a large storage space when the roof is down
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Usually less expensive to buy
Disadvantages
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Increases the vehicle's height
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Usually requires sleeping with your head to the front of the van (so getting up and turning around)
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Some people don't like the look of a surface roof on their van
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Clearly marks your van as a camper, making stealth camping harder
Hidden/Stealth Roofs
Advantages
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Looks almost invisible when lowered
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Hardly raises the height of the van at all, allowing for a total height under 2 metres
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High lifting for more upstairs space!
Disadvantages
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No storage space for bedding
Skylo by Skyline Roofs - ultra low profile
The most anticipated roof of the year, now available for pre-order!
Available for
SWB/LWB
Bed Kit
Canvas Options
VW T5 & T6 SWB
Only SWB at the moment
Additional cost
Lots of colours at no additional cost
Scenic at an additional cost
More info: https://www.bigvkampers.com/skylo-roofs
Skyline Roofs - raising the standards
TUV approved, widest choice of canvas colours at no extra cost, and lots of other options
Available for
SWB/LWB
Bed Kit
Canvas Options
VW T4, T5 & T6
Ford Transit Custom
VW - either
LWB at an extra cost
Transit - SWB only
(can be fitted to LWB)
Additional cost
Lots of colours at no additional cost
Scenic at an additional cost
More info: https://www.bigvkampers.com/skyline-roofs
Streamline Poptop Roofs
Standard roofs for almost any van, and low profile roofs for VW T5 & T6
Available for
SWB/LWB
Bed Kit
Canvas Options
Citroen, Fiat, Ford, Hyundai, LDV, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes, Nissan, Peugeot, Renault, Stepwgn, Toyota, Vauxhall, VW, & more!
SWB, MWB, LWB, XLWB available for nearly all models
Additional cost
Lots of colours, multiple canvas types, custom side mesh, scenic canvas
Additional cost for non-standard choices
More info: https://www.bigvkampers.com/poptop-roofs-uk
Westdubs
Great budget roofs from a small family company
Available for
SWB/LWB
Bed Kit
Canvas Options
VW T4, T5, & T6
VW Caddi-Maxi
Vauxhall Vivaro
Ford Transit Custom
T4, T5, & T6: either
LWB at additional cost
VW Caddi-Maxi: LWB
Vauxhall & Ford: SWB
Additional Cost
Scenic canvas & various colours, both at an additional cost
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Austops
Good quality roof from a well known brand
Available for
SWB/LWB
Bed Kit
Canvas Options
VW T4, T5, & T6
Ford Transit Custom
Pre-2014 Vivaro / Trafic / Primastar
T4, T5, & T6: either
LWB at additional cost
Vivaro/Trafic/Primastar: either
LWB at additional cost
Ford: SWB
Additional Cost
Scenic canvas & various colours, both at an additional cost
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SCA Roofs
TUV certified and with a two year warranty as standard
Available for
SWB/LWB
Bed Kit
Canvas Options
VW T5 & T6
Mercedes Vito & V-KL
Ford Transit Custom
Vauxhall Vivaro
Renault Trafic
Both available for most models
LWB at additional cost
As standard
Both solid and slatted, depending on model
Scenic & various colours, both at an additional cost
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