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    Default Rooftop Tents

    I am considering buying a rooftop tent for my old D/C Hilux SFA.

    If any of you have advice on makes, installation, what to stay away from etc., it would be much appreciated.

    Iknow howling moon and hannibal as good makes and I am not keen on a clam shell design.

    What sort of prices should I expect to pay for a decent condition second hand RTT?

    Thanks.

    mix

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    Default Re: Rooftop Tents

    Mix, I have a feeling you might find quite a few second-hand. I have sold mine too. My reason was that I really did not like breaking up camp every single time the car had to move.

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    I hear you Proudprado. My idea is to escape with my wife to the bush for a quick one night trip. Ideally we would like to do a decent 4x4 course and then camp for the night before leaving the next day. We can't leave the little ones with Nana for too long... I did also buy two Bushtec 3 man pop up tents at the Getaway...

    Incidentally, are you the same Proudprado on the hilux forum?

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    Nope, not on the Hilux forum. I was on the Land Cruiser forum.

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    My rtt was the best thing I ever bought. They are great to sleep in and quick to pack up. If you prefer setting up a camp and having the vehicle free, put it on a trailer. Hannibal is my choice. But there are others. The clamshell one (impi) is a faster one to pack up if you want that sort of thing.

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    Proudprado is a member of hilux4x4. What are the chances...

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    Quote Originally Posted by mix View Post
    Proudprado is a member of hilux4x4. What are the chances...
    From his post he said not the Hilux forum but the Landccruiser Club. ProudPrado how long have you been on the LCCSA forum?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Springer View Post
    My rtt was the best thing I ever bought. They are great to sleep in and quick to pack up. If you prefer setting up a camp and having the vehicle free, put it on a trailer. Hannibal is my choice. But there are others. The clamshell one (impi) is a faster one to pack up if you want that sort of thing.
    I love the idea of a rtt. Ideal for a quick getaway to Matroosberg in the phone forest after scaling their summit. With the kids so small a one nighter is all we get and I do fancy a mattress to sleep on! I looked at the impi but I'm not a fan.

    I await details of a rtt from a mate so will see.

    Thanks

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    Quote Originally Posted by mix View Post
    Proudprado is a member of hilux4x4. What are the chances...
    Let me clarify. There is a member of hilux4x4 that has the same name

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    Quote Originally Posted by mix View Post
    Let me clarify. There is a member of hilux4x4 that has the same name
    Ok. Got you.

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