Rooftop Tent (RTT)

[don simon]

After a lot of deliberation I finally decided on the Howling Moon RTT for the simple reason that it has a heavier canvas than the cheaper Chinese tents, I would think that it has a better build quality than the Chineses jobbies too.
I think it's fair to say that it'll go from this.
IMG_6212 by Simon Carter, en Flickr
To this in 5-10 minutes.
IMG_6228 by Simon Carter, en Flickr
I was hoping to have a few minutes to myself playing with the tent and the camera. Unfortunately everyone wanted a chat, and I couldn't not allow the interested have a good look at it. And there were thumbs up from everyone.
I'm impressed with the build quality, it seemed quite stable in the breeze today. The only odd bit is the floating sensation as the vehicle suspension reacts to the movement upsatairs. With the windows closed, it's proper dark inside, so no more sleep depravation in the summer. The mattress seems to be thick enough for a good night's sleep/ There are six windows for when you want a view or more light inside and the overhang is plenty for the cooking area.
Roofrack was bespoke from SDV in Clitheroe, who did a top job.
Now to look for a 3.6m awning to cover the side of the vehicle from tent to front door.
Am I happy with it?
Absobloodylutely!
Now to look at the suspension upgrade.

[jims-terrano]

Dead jealous

Have you got an awning thing to zip around rear of vehicle and enclose the steps. I dare not ask the price of that bit of kit but it look brilliant.

[don simon]

Originally Posted by jims-terrano

Dead jealous

Have you got an awning thing to zip around rear of vehicle and enclose the steps. I dare not ask the price of that bit of kit but it look brilliant.

There is an annexe for the rear. I haven't tried it yet
When's the next meet?

[jims-terrano]

Originally Posted by don simon

There is an annexe for the rear. I haven't tried it yet
When's the next meet?

Not soon enough I could do with a weekend away

[don simon]

Originally Posted by jims-terrano

Not soon enough I could do with a weekend away

Best we get something organised then.

[Davey Boy]

Nice one Simon, proper canvas!

[terranosaurusdoug]

Originally Posted by jims-terrano

Not soon enough I could do with a weekend away

Originally Posted by don simon

Best we get something organised then.

Peak district

[Wheelie]

I’ve got wikiloc downloaded on my phone and there are a few tracks in northern France if anyone is interested

[terranosaurusdoug]

Originally Posted by Wheelie

I’ve got wikiloc downloaded on my phone and there are a few tracks in northern France if anyone is interested

Thats sounds alright, my aim is to get my truck sorted to a certain level, i.e cooker, bed, roof rack etc. I want to get it to a point where I'm able to just throw a few essentials in at the last minute and go, if you know what I mean

[don simon]

Originally Posted by terranosaurusdoug

Thats sounds alright, my aim is to get my truck sorted to a certain level, i.e cooker, bed, roof rack etc. I want to get it to a point where I'm able to just throw a few essentials in at the last minute and go, if you know what I mean

It never stops mate, once you think you've got everything you suddenly find that there's something else that you just have to have/build/create...

[terranosaurusdoug]

Originally Posted by don simon

It never stops mate, once you think you've got everything you suddenly find that there's something else that you just have to have/build/create...

Yep, it is a very slippery slope

[jims-terrano]

Originally Posted by terranosaurusdoug

Yep, it is a very slippery slope

Sounds like dam good fun to me

I’m seriously thinking about Don Simons idea of making a battery box and sinking it through the floor under drivers seat.

[Wheelie]

I’m just getting bored, want to go out and do some travelling with the truck

[terranosaurusdoug]

Originally Posted by Wheelie

I’m just getting bored, want to go out and do some travelling with the truck

Is it in April your trip?