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*THE RTT Owners Thread (With BS)*

Discussion in 'Outdoors' started by ChamYota, Jan 23, 2014.

  1. Jul 8, 2014 at 2:01 PM
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    BabyTaco

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    no wind + rtt + dog farts = bad time.
     
  2. Jul 8, 2014 at 2:14 PM
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    ...like a prison watchtower :spy:

    :laugh: lots of wind + rtt = no fun either
     
  3. Jul 8, 2014 at 2:50 PM
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    With the Sky model, he could stand and scan with the bino's :D

    Dog farts? No bueno!
     
  4. Jul 10, 2014 at 10:19 AM
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    I am going to be selling my tepui after the summer. I will be listing it locally but if anyone is actually interested send me a PM and we can try to work out a deal. I'll be living near the Colorado/wyoming border and can travel to an extent. Price is undetermined right now but I am willing to work with a TW member.
     
  5. Jul 10, 2014 at 10:37 AM
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  6. Jul 10, 2014 at 12:13 PM
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    Why you selling if you don't mind me asking? Always hear people love them so just curious as to why to help settle my mind before buying one
     
  7. Jul 10, 2014 at 2:06 PM
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    I just attempted to type a good chunk of text for you on my phone but it was a pain to try and edit. I'll get back to this question tonight. There are a few things that make an RTT a bad choice for me. I thought I could make it work but I will be going back to the ground.
     
  8. Jul 10, 2014 at 2:07 PM
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    Funny...I just received mine today, along with a gear net. Nice!
     
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  9. Jul 10, 2014 at 2:24 PM
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    I was wondering if you could use an RTT right on top of the cab. Which model is that one?
     
  10. Jul 10, 2014 at 3:19 PM
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    Isn't this your second rtt?






    Anyone use a 12volt fan in their tent? I've been looking on Amazon to try to find a solution for hot summer camping.

    This is pricier than I was looking to spend but I think it's probably the best option. This tucked between the center hoop and the window would probably move a lot of air.
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000AY2Z6/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1405030270&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40

    But I was wondering if something smaller could work decently well.
    Like this- http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00318UXY6/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1405030270&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40

    Or this http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000765MHI/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1405030270&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
     
  11. Jul 10, 2014 at 3:47 PM
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    Yep, the first one was ran over by a friend while my bed rack was being built. I used it in the fall/beginning of winter. Thought I could make it work for my lifestyle so I got the current one. Just realizing its not for me. It sucks and I am going to take a loss but that's life. Live and learn. I got caught up in the hype and cool factor.
     
  12. Jul 10, 2014 at 6:02 PM
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    Definitely can...as pics and personal experiences will show...BUT...Toyota rates roof top capacity at like 300# or something.

    Now, RTT weight is way lower than 300#, and so is topper weight rating (like 150# usually), but I'd rather scrap a $3k topper because it cracked than the roof of a $30k+ truck any day.

    I run mine on a Leer 100xq and fully anticipate fatiguing in my future. Planning accordingly. u5yrupu5_5e3b64e3c65fedf0967e63e9d97907985849f895.jpg
     
  13. Jul 10, 2014 at 6:58 PM
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    On this note. I don't know how valid of an argument it is but I have seen many people over on ExPo say that technically only half of the weight is on the truck when the RTT is deployed. The other half rests on the ladder.

    My tent alone is 125-130 so just it up there isn't a problem. If the above statement is true then really it isn't to much stress on the topper with people inside.
     
  14. Jul 10, 2014 at 7:23 PM
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    I sleep in mine with feet at the ladder. So I'd guess it wasn't half :D

    It's a good thing to consider in planning.
     
  15. Jul 10, 2014 at 7:42 PM
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    Typically the weight rating for the roof is for the roof racks. I've never seen any info that says "this is how strong the roof is". It's always "Thule rack on Tacoma can hold 150lbs" etc...

    BUT that 150lb weight rating is the maximum weight rating for the vehicle while still being able to travel at highway speeds. The maximum weight while parked is very different, however I've never seen any actual weight rating for while parked.



    And I'll ask this again since my last post is on the last page now.

    Anyone use a 12v fan in their tent for hot summer nights?
     
  16. Jul 10, 2014 at 7:45 PM
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    You just like being a bear pinata :rolleyes:

    The roofs seem plenty strong :notsure:
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    *purposefully ignoring Josh's question* :lalala:
     
  17. Jul 10, 2014 at 7:51 PM
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    :D

    I bet it cools down pretty nice up there at night.
     
  18. Jul 10, 2014 at 7:56 PM
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    What did you use to mount the RTT to your topper? I have Yakima rails on mine and I am looking to get a mount in place for a RTT.
     
  20. Jul 10, 2014 at 8:47 PM
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    haha yeah looks strong enough lol
     

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