Thread: how to install tent on the back of truck?

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    Default how to install tent on the back of truck?

    We have a 2005 Dodge truck. We started using this truck now for most of our summer daily driving and all our towing needs such as the ATVs and trailer. We picked up a cheep car top tent and I have my ideas on how to mount it but would like to know how others have done this.

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    This thread covered attempted to compile all the various solutions. Check it out:
    http://www.expeditionportal.com/foru...ead.php?t=1483

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    Thanks for the link. I'll check it out

    I was going to have a headache bar made with side rails. I saw some attachments from a Rack company but I was afraid of the side rails bending or denting do to the weight of the tent and four people in there.
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    I'm gonna sneak in a welcome the forum to NorCalSam, because I've seen pics of his LC and it is awesome, one of my favorites.

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    Quote Originally Posted by kcowyo
    I'm gonna sneak in a welcome the forum to NorCalSam, because I've seen pics of his LC and it is awesome, one of my favorites.

    So welcome to ExPo -

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