Thomas roof raise

[Bigbadbus]

so i did the roof raise on my thomas bus. zero issues lifting from the window rails. it went up easy and lined up no problem.

[shaymcquaid]

The angle on Thomas is a non issue.

[justcall]

Originally Posted by FAC

Yes I’ve done it, it must be somewhat more challenging than a completely flat sided bus but I’ve never done one of those so I can’t say how much worse it would be? I tend to think if you have the skills to form the transitions properly and make them look good the small angle of the walls would be easy For you to compensate for.

Hi there can I ask where in Central CA I also live here and can not find anyone to help raise my roof. Would you consult or direct me to some help??

[justcall]

Where are you in Central CA I Have looked for help and can not locate a soul. Wait I have found several but they ghost me soon after. Any direction would be GREATLY APPRECIATED!!

[FAC]

I am in mariposa, where are you? I just watched as many videos as I could find and read the threads with roof raises and chose how I would do it. It was pretty straight forward.

[Rucker]

That is a good-looking roof raise.

[Bigbadbus]

So i pulled it off. It went smoooth as glass

[justcall]

Those are awesome pictures. I wish I was in a better position to raise mine. Yours looks so good keep up the good work

[Bouysou]

Did you use any adhesive or sealant behind the sheet metal?

[Kevin1]

Good day,
Very nice job on your roof raise and bus.
I was wondering if you had a material list available?
I have a 2002 thomas (looks exactly the same as yours) and will be doing a 12" or 16" roof raise next month. I'm just not sure what to use inside the hat channel things.
If you could get back to me that would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Kevin K.

[SawsSandBox]

Thanks to those that gave great insight on how you did your roof raising! I have yet to pick-up our 2006 Freightliner/Thompson, within the next 4 weeks at latest. It all looks intimidating in my brain, yet says easy as .. at the same time. I am seeing some great work and craftmanship that given me hope that I have this too. Keep help out with good insight, as you are!