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    Bed rack with tonneau overhaul - feedback

    Not yet, I probably won't do anything on top but will do braces on the sides. I am a little concerned that the welds on the feet are really the only thing holding the weight of the tent from rocking fore/aft during braking and acceleration. Bracing on the side will give a good spot to mount...
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    Insulation kits - do you use one? What about the floor?

    Who uses a wall insulation kit in their RTT, factory or DIY? I have one for the CVT Denali but it’s not cold enough to use it yet. Plenty warm with all windows/doors zipped up using sleeping bags with overnight lows at 40*F. I’m hoping to do some winter camping in Yosemite this year to test it...
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    Lets see some full size pictures...

    Shakedown run of the new DIY bed rack and CVT Denali RTT. Rack is still in primer for now.
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    Bed rack with tonneau overhaul - feedback

    Shakedown run complete. She’s solid.
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    Bed rack with tonneau overhaul - feedback

    Rack is complete, need a shakedown test but it’s on and feels sturdy. First trip is in 4 days! See post #3 for current status
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    Alpicool Fridge/Freezers?

    Has anyone tried the new Alpicool battery/solar-supplemented coolers? Seems like a good solution for when you might be without battery for a few days or when you want to leave the cooler at the campsite with people and keep it running. The TAW models look interesting with the separated zones...
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    Bed rack with tonneau overhaul - feedback

    Build started. This tonneau is a pain to work with and now I know why most bed rack manufacturers that advertise as tonneau-compatible don’t list this cover. The side rails are much wider (towards the exterior of the bed) and take up more of the bed rail cap real estate. I wanted to use the...
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    Recommendation for a <$200 camp BBQ?

    bumping this for new gas options. It's been 3 straight years of open flame only with shut-off restrictions at our main camp spots (no wood/charcoal, no campfires) and I need something to supplement the ol' coleman 2 burner stove. Really need a good way to cook smores without a campfire! EDIT...
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    Bed rack with tonneau overhaul - feedback

    Reviving this after 3 years. I just bought a CVT Denali RTT and need a stable platform, Thule rack isn’t going to cut it. There are a lot more tonneau-friendly racks out there now, but the TCUSA cover is still a hurdle. The rails are wider and don’t play nicely with any brackets that fit...
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    Overland Pros Anza 2000 RTT Feedback

    It would be. I talked to the owner about trying to see one in person this week but he didn't get back to me. I just found a deal on a like-new CVT Denali standard fly with annex/weathercover/insulation and am going to look at it tonight.
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    Overland Pros Anza 2000 RTT Feedback

    I found a very similar build and the mega sized 87" tent on the 6.5" bed actually doesn't look too bad. I think I might go for an 87" since the wife is concerned it's going to be cramped inside, we have a 10x10 ground tent currently. More pictures at...
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    Overland Pros Anza 2000 RTT Feedback

    I have a question since you have a Denali. I noticed that under the canopy there is a gap for the canopy bar that is open to the outside. Don't you get flying bugs and things inside your tent? My experience has been mosquitos and yellowjackets will find any opening in your tent possible, and...
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    Overland Pros Anza 2000 RTT Feedback

    I'm in the market for a large RTT to hold two adults and two kids (5 & 8) to be installed on a F150 with bed rack (6.5" bed). Found this local company Overland Pros which has a bit different design, but there aren't very many reviews compared to brands like CVT, Tepui, Roofnest, etc. What...
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    Big custom camper sightings

    Saw this beast at the gas station in El Dorado Hills, CA (east of Sacramento) tonight. Made a u-turn to take a picture! o_O
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    New "Enhanced MVUM"

    I got mine in yesterday, these things are really cool. I primarily use OnXHunt but these are great as a backup and to help teach my kids navigation. Do you recommend always storing them rolled or do they fold without damaging the Tyvek/ink? I don't mind keeping them rolled but I know my...
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