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Old 11-14-2020, 06:09 PM   #1
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Voltage Triton frame / roof question

I have 2017 Triton 3351 and I would like to build a viewing platform on the roof. I have ben unable to acquire a set of plans or diagram of the side wall frame to roof connections.
Does anyone on here have a diagram or pictures of this or any experience with mounting a platform on their roof?
My plan is to attach mechanically through the side wall to the frame if possible. I welcome all thoughts or input.
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Old 11-15-2020, 05:53 AM   #2
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Maybe call a place like rv armor ask someone with a lot of rv roof repair experience to see if it will work or even hold the weight. Sounds like a great idea all our best from Central Florida
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Old 11-15-2020, 04:51 PM   #3
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Great idea....thanks
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Old 11-18-2020, 10:25 PM   #4
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triton roof

As the owner of a RV solar company, I've been on a lot of RV roofs. The best advice I can give you is, distribute the load. I own a Triton 2951 and we used a density based stud finder to find the studs. Put supports on every stud. You may need to build shims to allow for roof curvature. Run a support rail down the edges, attached to the frame at the top of the wall. We try to run the support rails the length of the RV, instead of across. This allows the wind to pass when driving down the road. 3"4 plywood platform without a frame also improves the wind resistance. Add hooks for a roofing ladder for easy access.
To make it super cool, add some flexible solar panels, the ones you can walk on, on the platform. They will wear out in about 4-5 years, but will give you a lot of power.
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