I want to put a tent like the ones on the overlanding rigs in the mags on my 94 pickup. Has anyone here built the rack that they sit on above the bed for a small yota? Are they available pre made? I want it made of aluminum for weight savings. If anyone has the specs for one, my buddy has a fabricator/steel erector company and will give materials and labor way cheap.

 

this guys is pretty cool

http://www.expeditionportal.com/vehi...oma-build.html

 

Theres also this one. You'll have to scroll down a bit to see the one on the pickup.
http://www.sierraexpeditions.com/ind...ct_detail&p=14

Theres not a lot for pickups. And this ones got a hefty price tag. Suppose you could just buy the tent, then just build your own rack.

 

That is exactly what I wanted to do. I was looking for specs, angles, tubing sizes. Basically, technical info. I wouldn't want to collapse in the middle of the night. LOL

 

OK, the tent at sierra expeditions costs the same as a used truck! With some looking, I am sure I can find a better price. Here is one site: http://top-tent.com/frontrunnerrooftoptents.htm
I may have to buy the tent first then fab up the frame to mount it.

 

Don't know where you're located or if it's what your looking for but heres a pretty sweet tent canopy I saw on CL for $700... looks nice.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/pts/2785281774.html