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Hello,
I’m a new member and am happy to be among you. I just bought a GMC Savana that I’m converting. I have checked the forum about the pros and cons of high tops vs pop-tops but have not seen any discussion on this particular issue. So I would like to know what community members think. My current reasoning is the following: the major pro of a high top is the permanent headroom you get (plus extra storage space) but I can think of a few cons: it likely reduces gas mileage (given increased air resistance), it may make the van unwieldy in high wind situations and it’s less stealthy. OTOH the major advantage of the pop-top is that you have headroom when you need it (when you’re stopped). However, because a pop-top has canvas all around, insulation is a problem, especially for cooler climes (although you can add an insulation package). So, what do you think? Am I missing anything?
Empower
I’m a new member and am happy to be among you. I just bought a GMC Savana that I’m converting. I have checked the forum about the pros and cons of high tops vs pop-tops but have not seen any discussion on this particular issue. So I would like to know what community members think. My current reasoning is the following: the major pro of a high top is the permanent headroom you get (plus extra storage space) but I can think of a few cons: it likely reduces gas mileage (given increased air resistance), it may make the van unwieldy in high wind situations and it’s less stealthy. OTOH the major advantage of the pop-top is that you have headroom when you need it (when you’re stopped). However, because a pop-top has canvas all around, insulation is a problem, especially for cooler climes (although you can add an insulation package). So, what do you think? Am I missing anything?
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