Roof Top Tent Camping! Build Your Overland Truck Bed Rack System
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ก.ย. 2024
- Build your own truck bed rack to mount your roof top tent! I've seen these systems on many overlanding trucks and think they look awesome. This truck isn't really an overlander but it is great for towing my rock crawler to the trail for a little camping. With this rack I can mount a roof top tent and camp much more comfortably. With some creativity you can mount a roof top tent to ANY project! Enjoy the video folks! 👍
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once again. 99 percent of the things i plan on doing, you have done and given me a base to go off of.. thanks brother
DreamAssassin26 when are you going to get started?
Great to see you Americans catching up to us Australians in camping with your Ute.
We have alot more SUVs (or even 4 door wranglers) in our overland community because 50-60% or more of our country is actually tightly wooded trails. Remember Nathan said this is his tow rig, check out his choice of 4x4 (2 door Wrangler) and his own actual "overland" rig is a Disco.
That truck is the holy grail of 3rd gen shipping crates.
Every video you do I pick up another tip or two for fabricating my off-road trailer, thanks for the great content!
Good! Thank you for watching 👍
If you are wiring up lights you could wire up a 12 volt linear actuator for lifting the frame up. They have good load capacity now and it will just be an up and down switch. Just some food for thought instead of the shocks that we know always fail and your tailgate glass ends up in the middle of your back.
Look at Trailer lift gate assist... easy diy, garage door spring and some cable... you can find them all over for trailers used to haul ATVS and such...
Freaking awesome. Us regular folks don't have your skills but we can watch and dream. Keep up the good work.
Thank you!
beyond my scope because of money and or tools, but love that you teach people and encourage. THANKS MAN. have some small tools for metal / welder and built onto my ranger bumper and play with doing metal projects. people like you keep the dream and fabrication going.
YES!! I have a 2000 tundra that i want to build into a overland/ expidition truck and this is exactly what i wanted to do. This is awesome
Nice! I hope it helps 👊
Ridiculously smart hinge idea.
Thanks brother! I look forward to getting the rest of the parts to test it out 👍
That bead roll! Combined with the dimples looks tight! Nice job Nate 👌
Thanks! I love the look of this combo. More practice is needed but the possibilites just grew leaps and bounds!
Your videos are the benchmark for anyone making videos!
Thank you!
Looking good.
Love how you dream up the concept and then create your vision. Fascinating to watch.
It’s easy to grab the wires for the bed light from the a pillar for your under cage lights. Maybe not all of them but a subset so you can hit the unlock on keyless and get bed lights from it. Plus it stays on the battery saver for the tipm so you can put them on and they stay lit for 15 minutes or so and then go off (great for getting prepped for bed)
Also the trucks have a high mounted tail wire hidden in the loom back by the hitch for truck caps that bring the third brake light back to the back of the truck so you can put a third brake light on it if you want without having to fuss with tapping wires or having it blink. Love the truck and the tent rig. Like to see more of it 👍
As long as you maintain and drive that cummins without beating on it, they will easily go a million miles before needing an overhaul. One of the most sought out truck setups for hotshot hauling. Now I'm waiting to see you drop a 4bt in the full size jeep you got. Lol
Nice work! Inspiring me to do something similar on my 2006 Duramax
Thank you! Glad to hear it!
*Love your creativity with this type of stuff, show me more.*
Thanks!
Great video Nate. The build looks awesome and yeah, you could make a dance floor on that rack!
Thank you!
Turned out pretty sweet. The bead rolling and dimples really gave it some flair and it has a really cool aircraft vibe. Can’t wait for the rest of the build.
Thank you!
Great job Nate!!!
Thank you!
Really enjoy your channel. Thank you
Thanks! I'm glad you enjoy it!
Amazing video. Really like the bushes hinges.
I like your shovel boxes that’s what I’m gonna build for mine I think I’m gonna put a lid on it with the same design materials just so I can lock them up
I like it..... but I think I would of put the roof top tent over the roof, and built a workshop in the back with some seating , a small work top with a vice and air compressor, some storage cupboards and somewhere to sit out of The Sun, rain, snow? 🤷🏻♂️ what I mean is that thing is MASSIVE Nat you got some good Real estate there 👍
That panel with the bead and dies. Looks amazing. Maybe you should add a linear motor to raise the rooftop tent to reach in the toolbox.
Thanks man 👍
Excellent work my friend. I think you are pushing me to try bead rolling at some point! rock on
Top notch as always
Thank you!
Great video Nate, at first I was wondering why you wanted hinges at the back side, then realized the gang box issue.
Def. feeling inspired by this post...
Good! That's what I'm going for!
Good
Been thinking of doin something like this to my first gen Cummins 🤘🏻
I'm thankful I found your channel. You break everything down to get out and do it and provide tricks to make it easier. I suck at general fabricating but your channel gives me a new hope
Thank you for watching! In glad you found the channel as well!
Inspiration to get out and build
Look up Sachs stabilus lift supports, you can go by weight and length, and they also have thread ball hardware to mount anywhere, and essentially create a sprung door on anything
I built a flip up bed rack about a month ago, it works great and it's awesome to be able to get the tent out of the way if you need to access stuff at the back of the bed. I have gas struts on mine, a pair of 200lbs struts did the trick for me.
Newer subscriber here. I don't even own a truck, never been off-roading (greetings from New Jersey), or fabricated anything, but love your teaching and building style. It's obvious you're super experienced- most of the videos I've seen you're building as you go without detailed plans, and the results look great. Awesome videos- you deserve more subs, your content is great! Thanks man.
Thank you very much! I appreciate you taking the time to drop a positive comment! And I would recommend going offroad if you get a chance. It could change your life like it did mine 👍
Nice work. I just started a similar build with 3/16 aluminum plate.
Could use an air ram to pop the tent up. Means you'd a little compressor and tank but those could be a project/content in themselves.
This is baddass. Love that you fabricated your own stuff. Inspiring!
Really enjoy your work, and your ability to visualize what you want and then fabricate, awesome.
Thank you!
Your builds are always spot on for the average mechanic and builder. Much appreciated bro!
Thank you!
Your videos make me wanna get in the garage more and more love it keep it up
Thank you!
Cool build, looks sweet! 1 benefit of me being so short (5' 6" ) the back seat of my dodge is perfect, less stuff to clean when i get home from camping
Just finished making mine from your design: 1/4" angle and 3x1.5x 1/8 wall rectangle for my Sierra. I have a huge RTT from 23zero and I am glad this rack is redundantly strong with no bolts that could loosen. Thank you so much for the guide.
any chance i can get a review from you, in regards to the tent from 23zero, I'm currently looking at one too.
It's not a shock you want, it' a "gas strut". Great build!
Some day I aspire to fab things like this. Keep up the good work my guy
You can do it!
If only my shop had that magical pile of steel stock on the floor that is there every episode.
Your so busy! Appreciate your time making this video.🇺🇸
I'm just here for the Dimple Dies lol... Great vid and info. Helps me think of ways, to think through the smaller projects I'm planning around the house.
Thank you!
Once again outstanding design and build.
Thank you!
Damn this is timely. I'm about to start fabbing up a rack system for my M1102. Don't think an off-the-shelf systems are going to work for it.
Cool project!
@@DirtLifestyle Yeah it should be. Going to need to brush up on my aluminum welding skills tho. Been a while.
Maybe I've missed it in previous videos, but some time can you comment on why you'd use the chopsaw for cuts instead of the plasma cutter?
It's faster, cleaner and makes no smoke 👍
You came up with a simple and effective design and executed it nicely.
first time seeing this channel . really really good channel from a new fan in Ireland .
Please dont stop making videos!!!
Thank you!
Idk how you don’t have 10 million subs
Lol I'm doing my best!
Almost 100k keep up the good work really enjoying your fabrication stuff.
Thank you!
100% my favorite creator on youtube. Keep up the great work Nate!
Thank you!
Perfect timing...I was thinking of building one to replace my Fiber Glass cover. Excellent Design.
You have a marvellous taste in vehicles. Keep up the good work! 😎👍
On another note! You should really make a subscriber showroom or something along those lines. It’d be absolutely mint to see the stuff people have made from watching your videos. 😁
Thank you! I will look into it!
I have my RTT on my utility bed work truck. First time mounting it was side ways. Every time since then I have mounted so that tent opens over the tailgate. Makes for a great kitchen without having to use an actual table. Also gives you possibility of mounting an awning off the side without interfering with the tent. Also having a rtt with the covered entrance, I can climb down to a work/kitchen station without getting hammered by rain. As a bonus, when my annex room is set up, tailgate is conveniently inside. Rare but has happened in Southern California mountains!
I see that you’re a Cummins fan! Love that! You should do a 4BT in the J-Truck
As if Nate couldn't get any cooler, he daily drives a 5.9 dually Dodge!
This giving me the idea to make a heavy duty ladder/kayak rack for my Silverado and to have the topper stay on the truck as well. I really enjoy watching all your videos as they push me to fabricate, thanks for the inspiration and great videos! Cheers 🍻
I was thinking while watching, this is a perfect time to combine a ladder rack for hauling steel or lumber with the tent rack. Kill 2 birds with one stone.
i love the vids nate from australia mate
I love you videos and they inspire me to do more fabrication
Thank you! I'm glad to hear it!
I own a 05 dodge dually. I have been thinking of building a rack system . Thanks for the ideas.
Damn this thing came out so badass. Excellent work as always
Thank you 👍
Nice work! I’m building a Jeep trailer right now. With a tent mount using 1x2 Rec tube 120 wall. Just put a 14 bolt axle on the trailer. 6” lift kit and 36s on a 77j10 box. Nice work on your rack! I like the angled look you have going on. Looks badass on the dodge!
I really enjoy the videos, gives me the confidence to jump into fab projects. I have a 2005 4runner that I want to build for some mild off roading. Currently doing a lot of learning and getting everything squared away on maintenance, but then I want to get into making some stuff. Looking to upgrade suspension and tires, fab some sliders/steps, and build a bumper. Thanks for the awesome videos!
That is a great idea. Great video Nate.
Nice stuff.
I thought the music was a really nice touch during the fab montage, awesome video as always
Thank you buddy. I appreciate the positive comment 👍
Well now that dent in the tailgate is really going to stick out rack is looking really good man👍👍
Just wanted to pop in here real quick and say that this video inspired me to build my own bed rack system for my RTT and I even went with a similar (albeit simpler) design. Really appreciate your videos Nate!
Yo my friend I'm a little new to your channel but you seem like you know what you're doing man that piece you made with the roller on the side of your tent build look pretty good for somebody that doesn't really know how to do it very well you look pretty professional keep it up man it looks killer you have a good day and stay safe see you
Bad ass! You’ve quickly climbed up to one of my fav youtubers. Keep up the good work
Thanks! I'm honored!
Great work brother!
Your channel has to be one of the best on youtube!! Always great content.
Thank you!
Fun!
Nice new intro 👍🏻
Thanks!
This was freaking awesome!!!!! It’s got my mind rolling right now. Thank you for all the great work. Super awesome!
Thank you!
i am planing a to rebuild the sheep place in our farm with some of my my idea's..but gusse who inspire me..yeah the legend him self..nate 😁
Lol thank you! Legend is a strong word 😂
The gas shocks that lift up a 97 to 99 Ford Expedition back patch would probably be plenty of strength to lift up that roof top tent. The back hatch on those Ford Expeditions are roughly 225 lb. The newer Expeditions have an aluminum lift up hatch so the gas props aren't rated to lift as much since the doors lighter but the 97 and 99 has a really heavy Steel lift back hatch
So far this is a great lookin unit! Excited to see the next video on it.
Thank you!
You're going to have to make the rest of the tow rig look as cool as this will.
Lol agreed
great job
Thanks!
Cool project, Nate. Really enjoy watching and always learn something new(or something’s) Thanks for sharing..
Thank you for watching buddy 👊
Was just talking to the brother yesterday about doing up a tub rack for my d22 with a few ideas of how to do it, this is perfect although I won't be needing the hinged section haha
Excellent! DLS the best wheelin' show on the internet 👍
Fully deleted '08 6.7 3/4 ton CTD Auto 6 over here.
Sheez.... complaining about sleeping in Mega Cab😂
I thought sleeping in the cab of tow rig was normal...bwah
Lol 😂
I am planning on making a rooftop tent rack that swings in a sinilarish manner. Except the tent stays level. I want to tuck it below the roof line but then swing it up to be able to pop the tent open. This is partly because I have a toolbar that I like the look of.
I came up with an excel sheet that lets you plug in parameters of mounting distance and force and spits out how much net torque you get from the shocks at any particular angle, telling you how hard you have to pull to lift the rack. I’d be happy to share it with you if you’d like
Hey James. I'm looking at doing something similar to what you describe on my truck. Have any pics or any other info you can share?
Great job Nate. Wish I was there helping I could have showed you some tricks on the bead roller.
Yes thank you!
I’m a tree surgeon by trade and my work pickup is also my fun vehicle. I’ve wanted to build something like this but 2-3 times taller to hold woodchip and have the roof tent easy to take off. This has helped me plan so much, you are an utter god. 100% buying some merch soon! You ship to the UK don’t you?
Thank you! We do but you will need to email my wife to get a cost on shipping. She has all the infor on our website. I appreciate the support 👊
Awesome build Nate! Look forward to seeing where it ends up.
Thank you!
Every time I see those dimple dyes I want to buy some
Do it! It is worth the investment!
Outstanding work. Now I need to figure out how to do it on my excursion.
Dang Nate, you have the same Jeep as me and my dream truck! This is awesome because I get to see all the upgrades you do to give me ideas for my projects 👍
Nice buddy! These are great trucks. Very reliable 👍
Looking good 👍
Just found your channel, super impressed with you!
Thanks for showing that you can be polite and well-spoken AND be a badass fabricator.
Sub'd
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words!
nice video! I like the monday friday upload schedule. I love seeing unique stuff like the beadroller, that thing is sic!
Thanks! It's a dog fight making two videos a week but I love it 👍