Roof top tents

***Corey*** · 10-04-2007, 10:55 AM

I like the crankup roof top tent Wayne has on his FJ Cruiser, and here is one I saw in an ad yesternight in the summer issue of Overland Journal.

I had to PM Chris to get the name of the company, as I do not have my magazine here at work.

What intrigued me was the roof top tent was on an FJ Cruiser with the stock rack.

Here is the company
http://www.racktents.com

Here is a page of tents
http://www.racktents.com/Tents.html

sdstud212001 · 10-04-2007, 12:11 PM

At that price I will be doing it the old way for quite some time.

***Corey*** · 10-04-2007, 12:45 PM

That is still way less than the one Wayne has, his goes for $2.2K.
I would have trouble at my old age (dang, I am getting old) hefting his type on/off the rack, plus you have to get Yakima crossbars for his type.

I have several tents now ranging from a one/two person backpacking tent, to a huge hotel type that can sleep 10.
I hate setting up tents though, one reason I like the rooftop ones they are easy to setup.
Also have thought about this unit.
http://www.yotatech.com/f153/cabelas-tent-cot-122556/
Not much room in it though.

jjrgr21 · 10-04-2007, 12:46 PM

thats not bad, i want one for my trailer

***Corey*** · 10-04-2007, 01:08 PM

It is similar to the one that Strap22 and trdparts4u have.

Phil, I miss your old rig.

Jacque's setup.

I would not mind doing a trailer setup like you are building, but it would get vandalized where I am currently at.

***trdparts4u.com*** · 10-04-2007, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Corey

I like the crankup roof top tent Wayne has on his FJ Cruiser, and here is one I saw in an ad yesternight in the summer issue of Overland Journal.

I had to PM Chris to get the name of the company, as I do not have my magazine here at work.

What intrigued me was the roof top tent was on an FJ Cruiser with the stock rack.

Here is the company
http://www.racktents.com

Here is a page of tents
http://www.racktents.com/Tents.html

Corey,

We sell these tents as well as the ARB tent...

I have one of the Expedition Model RTT one my trailer and I am very happy with it.

***trdparts4u.com*** · 10-04-2007, 01:11 PM

BEAT ME TO IT

OSU4Runner · 10-04-2007, 01:13 PM

There are a few other people on here that have one. I think xcmountain80 has one. I wouldn't mind it, if it wasn't so expensive.

***Corey*** · 10-04-2007, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by trdparts4u.com

BEAT ME TO IT

Thanks, I am seriously going to think about this.
I will contact the company and find out what all is involved in setting it up on the stock roof rack.

olharleyman · 10-04-2007, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by sdstud212001

At that price I will be doing it the old way for quite some time.

X 2 PLUS ITS NOT SUCH A LONG FALL IF YOU GET UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT BECAUSE YOU HAVE TO RELEAVE YOURSELF.

sdstud212001 · 10-04-2007, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by olharleyman

X 2 PLUS ITS NOT SUCH A LONG FALL IF YOU GET UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT BECAUSE YOU HAVE TO RELEAVE YOURSELF.

you mean a tent that expensive doesnt come with a urinal?

I really like that trailer set-up. If I ever got one I think I would want/have to build it myself.

OSU4Runner · 10-05-2007, 04:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sdstud212001

you mean a tent that expensive doesnt come with a urinal?

I really like that trailer set-up. If I ever got one I think I would want/have to build it myself.

Yea...I like the trailer set up too. I don't know about the roof, I would probably bust my a$$ in the middle of the night.

jjrgr21 · 10-05-2007, 06:16 AM

mine is the M-416

***Corey*** · 10-05-2007, 06:40 AM

Very nice.
After I move I will more than likely get one one of those.

I was not a fan of the roof top tents at first, but I think they would be great for a spur of the moment trip to camp out in the mountains.
If I get one later, I may even go up for a night in the winter up where I go wheeling.

sdstud212001 · 10-05-2007, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjrgr21

mine is the M-416

Hijack:
Where can I buy one of those?

jjrgr21 · 10-05-2007, 10:22 AM

i found mine on craigslist, $500 and was in great shape

tc · 10-05-2007, 10:22 AM

Seems like a lot of weight way above the COG ... Would be nice to sleep on a nice flat floor, not the rocky ground though ...

***Corey*** · 10-05-2007, 10:56 AM

I would not have mine on the roof when wheeling, it would only be up there for a camping trip where I am going to stay parked for the day(s) next to a nice cold creek.

Emin · 12-14-2007, 09:55 AM

These RTT from Turkey. They are good materials for holiday.What think about it ?
www.carrooftoptent.com

10-04-2007, 10:55 AM	#1 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,772	Roof top tents I like the crankup roof top tent Wayne has on his FJ Cruiser, and here is one I saw in an ad yesternight in the summer issue of Overland Journal. I had to PM Chris to get the name of the company, as I do not have my magazine here at work. What intrigued me was the roof top tent was on an FJ Cruiser with the stock rack. Here is the company http://www.racktents.com Here is a page of tents http://www.racktents.com/Tents.html __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

10-04-2007, 12:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
sdstud212001 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Split time between Flagstaff & Kingman AZ Posts: 1,503	At that price I will be doing it the old way for quite some time. __________________ 1987 DLX 4X4 5 Speed: Electric Flex-a-Lite,SR5 guages,Yokohama Geolander A/T+ II,Pro Comp AAL, KC Slimlites, Bull Bar, Aux fuse box, Limo Tint, Marlin Crawler Bumper, painted shell, Sirius Wish List: Safari Rack,Bigger tires, SDORI BJ Spacers, 2001 Limited 4X4 Auto:Tundra 231mm brake upgrade, Brembo Rotors, Akebono Pads, 17" 2007 4Runner wheels, Yokohama Geolander AT-S,Sirius & Limo tint Wish List: TJM Front Bumper, KC Hilites, Safari Roof Rack, Thule Cargo Box, Rock sliders, Limo Tint

10-04-2007, 12:45 PM	#3 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,772	That is still way less than the one Wayne has, his goes for $2.2K. I would have trouble at my old age (dang, I am getting old) hefting his type on/off the rack, plus you have to get Yakima crossbars for his type. I have several tents now ranging from a one/two person backpacking tent, to a huge hotel type that can sleep 10. I hate setting up tents though, one reason I like the rooftop ones they are easy to setup. Also have thought about this unit. http://www.yotatech.com/f153/cabelas-tent-cot-122556/ Not much room in it though. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

10-04-2007, 12:46 PM	#4 (permalink)
jjrgr21 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,414	thats not bad, i want one for my trailer __________________ 2003 4WD TRD Tacoma 1986 4Runner

10-04-2007, 01:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,772	It is similar to the one that Strap22 and trdparts4u have. Phil, I miss your old rig. Jacque's setup. I would not mind doing a trailer setup like you are building, but it would get vandalized where I am currently at. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

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10-04-2007, 01:13 PM	#8 (permalink)
OSU4Runner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Deep Creek Posts: 1,277	There are a few other people on here that have one. I think xcmountain80 has one. I wouldn't mind it, if it wasn't so expensive. __________________ 2006 Tacoma SR5 - Stock for now 2000 4Runner Limited 16x8 Pro Comp Steelies wrapped in 285/75R16 Pro Comp M/T'S~RB 2" Body Lift~Goodridge Front and rear brake lines~Rear Locker Mod~Rear Diff Extended~Surco Safari Rack~ Optima Yellow Top~ Trail Gear Sliders~6 100W Hella 500's~ Deckplate Mod w/ True Flow~ISR Mod~~Autometer Volt and Oil Press gauges~Satoshi Grille~Redline Hood Lift~Hayden 1678 Aux Cooler~Safari Snorkel

10-05-2007, 06:16 AM	#13 (permalink)
jjrgr21 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,414	mine is the M-416 __________________ 2003 4WD TRD Tacoma 1986 4Runner

10-05-2007, 06:40 AM	#14 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,772	Very nice. After I move I will more than likely get one one of those. I was not a fan of the roof top tents at first, but I think they would be great for a spur of the moment trip to camp out in the mountains. If I get one later, I may even go up for a night in the winter up where I go wheeling. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

10-05-2007, 10:22 AM	#16 (permalink)
jjrgr21 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,414	i found mine on craigslist, $500 and was in great shape __________________ 2003 4WD TRD Tacoma 1986 4Runner

10-05-2007, 10:22 AM	#17 (permalink)
tc Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 6,818	Seems like a lot of weight way above the COG ... Would be nice to sleep on a nice flat floor, not the rocky ground though ... __________________ Check out www.coTTORA.org to hook up with great Toyota 'wheelin' folks! Current - 93 4Runner: 3VZ 33"x10.50" no lift ARB F/R 96 Impala SS: My own personal cop car Previous - 89 2WD Pickup 22R, Fabtech "Ivan Dan" lift, 31x10.50, IASCA World Finals 4th Place Stop with the mods and get on the trail! Pix at www.4wheelingoh.shutterfly.com/action

10-05-2007, 10:56 AM	#18 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,772	I would not have mine on the roof when wheeling, it would only be up there for a camping trip where I am going to stay parked for the day(s) next to a nice cold creek. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

12-14-2007, 09:55 AM	#19 (permalink)
Emin Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Ankara/Turkey Posts: 2	These RTT from Turkey. They are good materials for holiday.What think about it ? www.carrooftoptent.com