Best Pop Top for a T6
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I'm just looking at these, there is an installer (relatively) near me that does these and theStealthB2 (Stealth Elevating Roofs | Low Profile Pop Top Roof Conversion | Bus & Van Life) - he might actually be the only one in the UK doing both actually, but I am leaning towards the stealth. It's expensive too, but still about £1k cheaper than the Horizon.
@oiu82, I have a Hilo Sport roof that I purchased just prior to Hilo going bust. Due to an extensive delay in the delivery of my van, the roof wasn't fitted until March 2023 - probably the last Hilo Sport ever fitted to a Transporter... unless someone knows different.
My roof was fitted by Visiontech and is, fundamentally, the same as an Horizon roof - I discussed the differences with VT and, whilst they have plans to develop the roof further (E.g. an electric version), currently the only real difference is that VT have built a new pattern for the roof skin as the original was getting a bit shabby.
I love my roof and would describe it as the Rolls Royce of pop-tops, BUT it is a difficult & time-consuming roof to install - hence the high cost and hence why the original Hilo company went bust (time-consuming install => installers cut-corners => many customers with problems => Hilo completely overwhelmed + a shitty attitude to customers => they went bust).
Now that VT have established their own, trusted installation network, I wouldn't foresee the same installation issues arising, therefor I would say that if you can (and want to) afford the outlay, got for it. The product is great.
My roof was fitted by Visiontech and is, fundamentally, the same as an Horizon roof - I discussed the differences with VT and, whilst they have plans to develop the roof further (E.g. an electric version), currently the only real difference is that VT have built a new pattern for the roof skin as the original was getting a bit shabby.
I love my roof and would describe it as the Rolls Royce of pop-tops, BUT it is a difficult & time-consuming roof to install - hence the high cost and hence why the original Hilo company went bust (time-consuming install => installers cut-corners => many customers with problems => Hilo completely overwhelmed + a shitty attitude to customers => they went bust).
Now that VT have established their own, trusted installation network, I wouldn't foresee the same installation issues arising, therefor I would say that if you can (and want to) afford the outlay, got for it. The product is great.
Hi All
I have a T6 LWB and want to have a pop top installed.
Current thoughts are the Skyline. The reviews I have seen in the forum are a few years old so would appreciate current thoughts/comments
on Skyline options and other manufacturers you would recommend.
I live Central South Coast between Portsmouth and Southampton so also interested in feedback on installers in this region.
Many Thanks
Peter
I have a T6 LWB and want to have a pop top installed.
Current thoughts are the Skyline. The reviews I have seen in the forum are a few years old so would appreciate current thoughts/comments
on Skyline options and other manufacturers you would recommend.
I live Central South Coast between Portsmouth and Southampton so also interested in feedback on installers in this region.
Many Thanks
Peter
Pop top has been up when parked on numerous occasions, so much easier to move around and do stuff. Makes the interior feel much bigger too.
Mine is an SCA, because that’s what the converter uses, but I’ve been happy with it.
Alternatively, a small stool or knee pads are probably cheaper
Mine is an SCA, because that’s what the converter uses, but I’ve been happy with it.
Alternatively, a small stool or knee pads are probably cheaper
There is a long thread with recent activity on Skyline which might influence you.
I have a Poptop from PopTop roofs, AKA Streamline. I wouldn’t really recommend them as installers.
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I have a Poptop from PopTop roofs, AKA Streamline. I wouldn’t really recommend them as installers.
Skyline Aurora Pop-Top opening on motorway?
Hello all, I am converting a 2020 plate T6.1 and have had my van booked in for some time now to have the pop up roof fitted(due to be done in a couple of weeks). I opted for the Skyline Aurora. However I have since been contacted by my installer(not naming names) who tells me that they are no...
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I have a Storm pop top and it’s been a game changer to our day van and money well spent.
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John.
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John.
For options, do go for a bifold bed. Gives you much more headroom than a flatbed.
thanks for pointing me to this threadThere is a long thread with recent activity on Skyline which might influence you.
I have a Poptop from PopTop roofs, AKA Streamline. I wouldn’t really recommend them as installers.
Skyline Aurora Pop-Top opening on motorway?
Hello all, I am converting a 2020 plate T6.1 and have had my van booked in for some time now to have the pop up roof fitted(due to be done in a couple of weeks). I opted for the Skyline Aurora. However I have since been contacted by my installer(not naming names) who tells me that they are no...
My HiLo was trouble free over 5 years, my new bus is having a Stealth fitted, gotta have a pop top.
Also think about the tent fabric you want. Mine is proofed canvas, which is very breathable and I don’t get condensation. Stays dry inside. Others have a vinyl which is arguably more waterproof but less breathable, and more condensation prone.
