The Alu-Cab Silenus Roof Conversion for the Ineos Grenadier

In this episode, we install the BRAND NEW Alu-Cab Silenus Roof Conversion prototype and get it ready for the drive out to Overland Expo West 2024 in Flagstaff AZ.
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Host - Alex Zappile, Jason Specht
Guest - Jeremy Dittmar, Jason Specht, AJ Lafferty, Tim Earls, Jon Van Wagoner, Sam Wheeler, Rin Oostdyk
Producer - Alex Zappile
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Camera - Alex Zappile, Jason Specht, Julia Oostdyk, Jon Van Wagoner

[@ianwatson3315]

That’s is awesome ..these grenadiers are now becoming an overland dream!

[@ok4wd]

They sure are!

[@nabatron21]

The downside is the price

[@kru3g3r]

I can't imagine the stress "destroying" this car, but i think you guys have the best job in the world. What a fantastic piece of work!

[@ok4wd]

Totally calm and cool LOL Thanks for watching!

[@pilotgabe]

That is absolutely amazing, well done 🙌🏻

[@ok4wd]

Thank you so much!

[@freedompanda9438]

Very nice! Now, one for the 4Runner! 😁

[@MV-Dan]

That’s the dream

[@ok4wd]

Wow, now there's an idea!

[@markpatrickturner]

That is so awesome!! Well done by all. I’m all in.

[@ok4wd]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@spdcrzy]

Ironically, it seems that the plastics on the inside of the Grenadier are far more malleable and easily removable than most lol. Ineos really did do a brilliant job of designing this thing to be bombproof.

[@davidmarchand1944]

Deets on the winch product!!! That was a subtle drop... lol

[@ok4wd]

Subtle because its a prototype. I suspect you'll see this product available by the end of the Summer.

[@jeffreyjones5996]

Great job! We finally have a troopie in America.

[@ok4wd]

Yes we do!

[@tfcooks]

Frickin awesome!!!

[@christopheranderson8619]

Can't believe you didn't rock - paper - scissors the cut and left it all up to Rin! 🤣

[@ok4wd]

LOL

[@JordanPattersonM]

Wow, that looks great! Good job, I love all the options you’ve been showing for this vehicle. It certainly makes me look at the possibilities of this truck completely different.

[@ok4wd]

100% there's a lot more product offerings coming to OK4WD and GP Factor as well.

[@TantersD3]

Looks fantastic! Great work

[@ok4wd]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@charged]

Quite a job! That bumper is very impressive.

[@stevegreen101]

I'm scratching my head to understand how they got a larger drummed winch in the same space as the much smaller Red Winches original? Great work. 👏

[@ok4wd]

Working with GP Factor on it has been awesome! Check out their products if you haven't yet!

[@kylef1687]

It’s about time we get a roof conversion in the us!!! Wish we could get the 70 series though then do the conversion. Next best thing I guess

[@ok4wd]

No kidding! Alu-Cab has a wide range of roof conversion for other models not available in the US.

[@shaun1900]

never understood a roof tent, but this looks great

[@joe-vl3nd]

Good job any idea on Cost 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@ok4wd]

Around $10K not installed.

[@jailbreakoverlander]

Nice

[@ok4wd]

Thanks!

[@J.Young808]

10:00 did not think of electric shears when you mentioned them before the headliner was removed. I was thinking of tin snips style.

[@ok4wd]

Yep, that's the way to go!

[@OffTheBeatenPathAus]

Great job, love that it keeps some of the original rooflines. Have you got a link to those stainless water tanks you installed?

[@ok4wd]

Not yet. They are prototypes, but we're super excited about them. Keep an eye out on our site and social channels for when they become available.

[@OffTheBeatenPathAus]

@@ok4wd great thx

[@jrodriguez8216]

This is incredible. It would be great if you can say the amount of inches or millimeters this adds to the original design. This is beautiful.

[@ok4wd]

We'll look into adding this to our product page >> ok4wd.com/preorder-roof-conversion-kit-ineos-grenadier/

[@capolista1]

Would love to see some concepts for a family of three to travel with the Ineos

[@ok4wd]

There's room if the interior is configured appropriately for sure!

[@ralfpassing]

The build is very nice. I saw the price for the roof, but how much is the install? You need to build a version for cheaper base cars like 4Runner or Landcruiser, because the Grenadier is a bit overkill for most overlanders.

[@dominicwilkerson]

I think this just sold me on the ineos.

[@ok4wd]

100%

[@troopyinafrica]

What is the physical size of the bed? Do you get the same lighting options as you do in the new hercules roof conversion? Saw there was some carpet was that you guys or AluCab?

[@ok4wd]

The bed is similar to a full from a width perspective, but longer. It is still a prototype, so in the video you may have noticed there was no lighting, but there will be in the final product, similar to the other roof conversions. The gray carpeting in the roof conversion is installed by Alu-Cab.

[@michaelbowers5675]

Where do you put all your gear if you need the space inside in order to be able to climb up into the tent? Love the bolt on winch though.

[@ok4wd]

We are working on an interior layout that will provide tons of storage and an elevated surface to stand on, to make getting into the sleeping area easy.

[@michaelbowers5675]

@@ok4wd look forward to seeing that solution and thanks for the reply,

[@husshardan3511]

Wait! I changed my mind!

[@ok4wd]

Let's go!

[@astrogreenarrow]

Doesn’t the front where the winch that vent goes close when water crossing and does that vent still functionally

[@ok4wd]

No functionality of factory components are compromised with this product.

[@J.Young808]

Yeah I can get the “Troopy/Defender” look in a modern LHD USDM available vehicle.

[@ok4wd]

Right on!

[@saifalsaadi280]

I am interested to buy the winch if you guys are shipping overseas

[@ok4wd]

The winch will be available this summer, stay tuned to OK4WD's website.

[@leftcoastoverland8750]

Interested to know more about the winch bumper

[@ok4wd]

More coming soon!

[@stevegreen101]

You say it's fitted without having to go to Sikaflex, then state at the end the blue tape has been left on as sealant is curing?

[@ok4wd]

We used Sika Flex on the rubber corner pieces that are found on the front corners of the drip rail. We did not use any to adhere the roof conversion to the roof.

[@AlphaMontero]

Can you do the winch setup on the rear?

[@ok4wd]

This bumper is currently prototyping for the front only.

[@astrogreenarrow]

Does this. It void any warranty and is there a way to keep the second row seats

[@ok4wd]

You can keep the second row for sure. And for warranty, it doesn't void it - reference www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/businesspersons-guide-federal-warranty-law

[@number1Schumacherfan]

Does cutting the roof like that compromise the rigidity of the truck when off-roading??

[@ok4wd]

Nope!

[@czr323]

Tell me they're making one for the new Land Cruiser, and take my money.

[@ok4wd]

There aren't any models available for US Land Cruisers currently.

[@nnoddy8161]

What are the dimensions of the sleeping area? It does not look to be very long. Would a 6'2 person will I be able to sleep straight?

[@ok4wd]

We don't have the final dimensions on this topper but we did test total length with some of the taller guys (+6') at the shop and then had room to sleep across the tent.

[@nnoddy8161]

@@ok4wd 'across' not straight?

[@mattimeo18]

Does the roof conversion not go all the way to the rear of the roof? It looks like there’s a small return to the original roof line just before the back door? That just looks really strange! Z

[@ok4wd]

Correct, there is a bit of a gap just behind the tent to allow for properly sealing the roof from the elements.

[@ClaptnE]

Question tho : doesn't cutting the roof worsen the rigidity of the global frame ? (idk if that applies to ladder frame chassis)

[@astrogreenarrow]

Wondering that also

[@ok4wd]

No structural parts of the vehicle are removed for the roof conversion installation. You do remove a cross beam that is designed to give the sheet metal more rigidity, but the roof is cut out so it is no longer needed.

[@ok4wd]

No structural parts of the vehicle are removed for the roof conversion installation. You do remove a cross beam that is designed to give the sheet metal more rigidity, but the roof is cut out so it is no longer needed.

[@stevegreen101]

@@ok4wd "A cross beam"? Didn't you take out all 3? Hard to understand how you can describe them as not being structural?

[@ok4wd]

@@stevegreen101 They are held in place by a tab you bent out to remove. There a no welds used to hold them in place.

[@provolutionnic3482]

whats the size of the mattress

[@ok4wd]

Over 7' when all hatches are laid down.

[@provolutionnic3482]

@@ok4wd thanks and wide?

[@pokemondelabirra]

Can you give me an inside in how to remove the ADAS plastic cover? .TIA

[@ok4wd]

Maybe we should do a video on that!

[@senrusho]

fucking sick

[@ok4wd]

Agreed!

[@prakkari]

This would never work in Iceland. This is going to blow right off or tip the car over.

[@peterjack233]

How much $

[@astrogreenarrow]

Wonder that also seen it in the old defender looks cool

[@ok4wd]

The roof conversion will cost around $10-12,000 not including labor. ( Labor rates differ from shop to shop) Final pricing will be determined once out of development phase.

[@ok4wd]

The roof conversion will cost around $10-12,000 not including labor. ( Labor rates differ from shop to shop) Final pricing will be determined once out of development phase.

[@raymondallo9947]

Great job. But then you also appreciate how easy it is to convert a Land Rover Defender. No cutting panels.

[@ok4wd]

Yeah, good point!

[@seankim2525]

Can you install on 2004 Lexus LX470?

[@ok4wd]

Nope.

[@rostamr4096]

I dont know, but you guys are going too far cutting the roof...

[@ok4wd]

No way, its totally worth it!

[@drorharel7362]

Yes, you don't know so why to comment.