This is an inspiration, awesome job. I'm in the market for an RTT but am quite capable of building my own for a fraction of the cost. I love using things you've built with your own hands. Props to you sir.
You know what would be really cool? Take your vehicle and make it a ragtop--they sell kits to do this. Then, cut a hole in your tent base, sew windows in your pop up and you've got a vehicle you can stand in, cook in, sleep in, etc etc. Once you can stand in a car, you have so many possibilities. Not just that, but if you made your topper such that you could remove it, it can go from ragtop enjoying summer sun to camping just by installing it back on your car. The fact that the lid is light really opens up possibilities. You do such great work!
I have a Silverado with the 5'-8" bed. I am thinking about a diy truck cap with something like this on top extending partially over the cab to give the length to camp and still be able to use my truck bed. Thanks for sharing as I believe a similar cap / rooftop tent will do the trick!
Looking at the zipped door, on factory made one’s the canvas extends past the end of the zip by about 2inch. Just to keep the door from letting water drip in when it’s windy. A great piece of work, I bet there have been some evolutions or modifications made as time has gone on.
I think they are 150lbs struts. I just posted a new video where I talk a little more about how I made the lifting arms! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Yes, I would love a "how to" video! Or just design plans if you have them. I'll pay you for them for sure. Those gas struts are dope! I really want a rooftop for my 87 Grand Wagoneer and all the companies online are outrageously expensive. I get why but damn I don't camp often enough to drop 1K on a tent.
Wow! The light finger action on that is amazing! I’m thinking of just putting a pop-up tent on some ply wood and there’s actually a video of a guy doing it. Lol
Dang! That's really good... the only thing I kind of concern about is the bottom part of the build. I see that you have the fabric going down to a channel on the top of the lower frame. When it rains, the water would go down to that channel and maybe you're thinking of adding a channel outlet for the water to exit? If I was going to make that, I would have the cloth part hanging over the bottom frame so the rainwater or dew would just drop straight down at the same time, you're protecting the bottom frame from the water. Oh dang it, I didn't realize until now that this video is 4 years old hahaha!
Thank you for these videos. Building a truck camper. But I want to do a pop up top on it. I'm really inspired by your build. Thanks again keep the videos coming
I know this isn't a plans video for it but I did post a new video where I talk a little more about how I made the lifting mechanism. ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Great Job Patrick! is it possible to share the dimensions of the strut arms you made? I'd like to replicate them if its ok with your permission? i can see like 3 pcs, 1 gas strut and 2 square tubings? what are the dimensions to the holes? also what distance did you use from the corner of the tent to where you bolted the assembled struts? thank you!
Here, use aluminum for framing air alloy for insulation and azdale panels. Gas struts to help raise the pop up shelter with built in frameless windows and a door into azdale panels that fold up from floor and down from the ceiling that swivel lock into place with weather striping on all securing points. You can design a cube or a yurt type design that you can attach to the roof of a car and lift off and place on the ground for a pop up mobile home. You could even design a pop up bathroom with a cartridge toilet and cartridge shower you could connect to the main structure. Or design them modular and carry a few of them on a utility trailer and have a true shelter instead of a tent when camping or for emergency use? ; )
So i saw your video and decided i was going to build my own hard shell rtt using a foam mold and fiberglass. I like yours but i might just use two struts and make mine like a clamshell
Jordan Gonsalves Awesome! Yeah that would be a much simpler design! I'm working on a RTT build series now and It will be a clamshell design. I'd love to learn the fiberglass mold process one day but for educational purposes on UA-cam I'll probably stay more DIY oriented for now
Like dude....you gave me what i needed but I dont weld. I see folks using only the struts but you put on your own hinges....for a two part easy lift. any idea about how I can buy similar hinges? Subscribed. You are brilliant
Good job. Personally I would be covering that roof then moulding fibreglass over the top. Then bin the wood off. Fibreglass would be watertight, stronger and lighter and cheap.
A LOT more work and you aren’t saving that much weight if any. I built a clamshell version built the exact same way but covered the wood with fiberglass and painted. It’s still pretty light Weight. I have videos on it.
Thanks for your inspiring videos. You have made different models of rooftop tents. What is your experience in using them. Pros and cons this model vs. clamshell model?
Great project!! Looking forward to a DIY! How much does it weight? Measurements of the unit and height when the gas pistone arms. How many Newton are maximum on the gas pistone arms? Would love to get a list of the materials you have used. Also how you solved the brackets to actually attach the "RTT" on your car. Just some ideas and wishes of information I would like to know in your DIY video later on. Good luck finishing the project! Cheers!
While waiting for your how to video , few questions for your beautiful construction.How thick is the plywood?Stich and glue?What fg and epoxy did you use?Is that fabric also breathable or only waterproof?Did you make any trip yet in cold weather? Any condensation problems?Thanks in advance
Well it is the shakiest video of all time. I mean it seems like there's an earthquake going on. It's such a good idea with terrible video it's hard to watch.
I'm impressed. I'm sure plenty would love a how to video, but just sewing the zippers requires more skill than I have. I was sorry to hear you are painting it white. I was hoping it be painted tortoise shell.
Thanks a lot for this! Just watched your followup review. I was curious how you prevent water from running off the canvas into the wood below, how does your fabric wall meet the floor? Silicone caulk or anything like that? The design is so solid, looks like it'd last you a while, I'd just hate for the baseboard to get damp.
This is great, I think I would be able to do this with a how to video, let me know if you do one or have anymore info with the materials you used. great job!
Looks amazing! Inspired me to build one of my own instead of spending that kind of money on retail. How is it holding up against the wind when camping?
What are the dimensions for those collapsible arms and what length strut did you use for it? Sick build by the way, I'd like to try making one rather thank spending 4k on one
Awesome build. Any update of the final project? I want to build something similar, kind of a mix of rooftop tent and pop up roof for my pickup canopy topper.
Hi Patrick, do you have the video discussing how you did this lifting mechanism? Double side? I cant seem to find your video on this. I think the one available is the one side strut only. Appreciate your help thanks
I love when people take matters into their own hands and save a boat load of money on an idea that probably seemed crazy to peers. Excellent job!
just because you're crazy doesn't mean you're wrong
Sometimes you have to take matters in your own hand May God bless 🙏 them😊
The pop up action was super impressive
Thank you! I am wanting to do a more detailed video on how to build the lifting mechanism but without welding anything
@@PatrickRemingtonwaiting on this video unless I’ve just not come across it yet? Trying to figure out how to do mine!
One of the most impressive DIY builds I've seen. Great job.
This is an inspiration, awesome job. I'm in the market for an RTT but am quite capable of building my own for a fraction of the cost. I love using things you've built with your own hands. Props to you sir.
Excellent build, I actually like the woody look. It opens better than some of the commercial units, I'm impressed.
It's not always about saving money, any successful DIY is very satisfying!! even if you spent more than what's available on the shelf.
I agree! I learned a ton from building this!
You know what would be really cool? Take your vehicle and make it a ragtop--they sell kits to do this. Then, cut a hole in your tent base, sew windows in your pop up and you've got a vehicle you can stand in, cook in, sleep in, etc etc. Once you can stand in a car, you have so many possibilities. Not just that, but if you made your topper such that you could remove it, it can go from ragtop enjoying summer sun to camping just by installing it back on your car. The fact that the lid is light really opens up possibilities. You do such great work!
I have a Silverado with the 5'-8" bed. I am thinking about a diy truck cap with something like this on top extending partially over the cab to give the length to camp and still be able to use my truck bed. Thanks for sharing as I believe a similar cap / rooftop tent will do the trick!
I feel that this is pretty doable. Congratulations for your project, I might design something similar for a diy camper roof tent.
That lift/open mechanism is great.
I was so long trying to build such thing but I haven’t got any information on the design, now I think I can give a try to it. Thanks 🙏 man 💕
I love this project, man! congratulations!! I plan to build one, a bit larger than this, but this is an awesome build!!
Looking at the zipped door, on factory made one’s the canvas extends past the end of the zip by about 2inch. Just to keep the door from letting water drip in when it’s windy. A great piece of work, I bet there have been some evolutions or modifications made as time has gone on.
those struts are the bomb ! super cool build, thanks for sharing
What size and strength are those struts love your tent
I think they are 150lbs struts. I just posted a new video where I talk a little more about how I made the lifting arms! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Overland nation. This just became my favorite chanel. Keep up the the good work.
Beautifully made, also consider adding ropes or a support rod from bottom to top in X pattern this will help during high winds.
So inspirational and would love to see a how to video on this please. Especially were the gas struts are concerned.
Great work
I am working a how-to for a clamshell design RTT. Just posted the final product video for this tent! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Well done mate. Might try those slide together tent pole and canvas also.
I like your easy opening -well thought through project!I'm impressed of it's simplicity-Thanks for showing this!
impressive, the combination of hydraulic lift is amazing.
I have been looking at these, but the cost! This is an epic build and has so much potential!! Great job! Thanks dude 🤟
Yes, I would love a "how to" video! Or just design plans if you have them. I'll pay you for them for sure. Those gas struts are dope! I really want a rooftop for my 87 Grand Wagoneer and all the companies online are outrageously expensive. I get why but damn I don't camp often enough to drop 1K on a tent.
I am working on a how-to series now! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
i have been looking around for ideas for this exact project lol.... you just gave me hope..!!! nailed it bro.!!
I for one love to see how you made the lift. Hope make more vids of this project.
New video is up!! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
WOW!!!😮 FANTASTIC LOVE IT😊
Nice. Can’t Wait to see the finished product.
Wow! The light finger action on that is amazing! I’m thinking of just putting a pop-up tent on some ply wood and there’s actually a video of a guy doing it. Lol
Dang! That's really good... the only thing I kind of concern about is the bottom part of the build. I see that you have the fabric going down to a channel on the top of the lower frame. When it rains, the water would go down to that channel and maybe you're thinking of adding a channel outlet for the water to exit? If I was going to make that, I would have the cloth part hanging over the bottom frame so the rainwater or dew would just drop straight down at the same time, you're protecting the bottom frame from the water. Oh dang it, I didn't realize until now that this video is 4 years old hahaha!
Thank you for these videos. Building a truck camper. But I want to do a pop up top on it. I'm really inspired by your build. Thanks again keep the videos coming
Love it. It would be great to see a "How to" video with an included parts list and where to buy them.
Fantastic idea, and a credit to you too. Would be great if you could do a how to video as I'm very interested in building something similar myself.
I am working on a "how too" video now! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
when i build mine, it will be with the hydraulic lifts from my 08 odyssey rear hatch and some heavy canvas
Impressive. Even looks more aero than the ones you buy
I’d like to see a how-to on how you tackled the strut portion of the build
Hi Patric, great project. Any chances that You could share plans of gas springs mechanism?
I know this isn't a plans video for it but I did post a new video where I talk a little more about how I made the lifting mechanism. ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Dude! you're really good with your hand! Kudos man!
Thanks, man!
Great Job Patrick! is it possible to share the dimensions of the strut arms you made? I'd like to replicate them if its ok with your permission? i can see like 3 pcs, 1 gas strut and 2 square tubings? what are the dimensions to the holes? also what distance did you use from the corner of the tent to where you bolted the assembled struts? thank you!
This is awesome. Was looking for one but the prices shocked me. Great video!!
Thanks! check out the finished product! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Here, use aluminum for framing air alloy for insulation and azdale panels. Gas struts to help raise the pop up shelter with built in frameless windows and a door into azdale panels that fold up from floor and down from the ceiling that swivel lock into place with weather striping on all securing points. You can design a cube or a yurt type design that you can attach to the roof of a car and lift off and place on the ground for a pop up mobile home. You could even design a pop up bathroom with a cartridge toilet and cartridge shower you could connect to the main structure. Or design them modular and carry a few of them on a utility trailer and have a true shelter instead of a tent when camping or for emergency use? ; )
Simple yet effective. Lovely build.
4x8 plywood and a little pop tent would do too. Great job!
Its wonderful idea. A moving home!
instablaster...
Yes a how too would be extremely appreciated, I've been looking for something exactly like this
Working on it! Here is the final product video! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Thanks for your energy ... I like your work ! Super would be to integrate light and flexible solar panels and/or plexiglass to see the stars !?
The plexiglass would be fantastic, especially if you put a sliding compartment so it doesn't heat up so much in the summer
very good work!!! I've been thinking about making a similar one for a long time !! I love that idea of hinges !!
Incredible craftsmanship mate!
Thanks! Check out the final product! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
So i saw your video and decided i was going to build my own hard shell rtt using a foam mold and fiberglass. I like yours but i might just use two struts and make mine like a clamshell
Jordan Gonsalves Awesome! Yeah that would be a much simpler design! I'm working on a RTT build series now and It will be a clamshell design. I'd love to learn the fiberglass mold process one day but for educational purposes on UA-cam I'll probably stay more DIY oriented for now
I am working on a How-to series for a clamshell now. ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Excellent job on your RTT. You have inspired me to maybe start one of my own.
Amazing! Congratulations! Very nice job, been thinking about something along those lines myself, good inspiration!
Bro that is dope. Looks awesome. Good work.
Thank you!
Like dude....you gave me what i needed but I dont weld. I see folks using only the struts but you put on your own hinges....for a two part easy lift. any idea about how I can buy similar hinges? Subscribed. You are brilliant
Very nice work! I' too, would like to see more on how you built it.
Good job. Personally I would be covering that roof then moulding fibreglass over the top. Then bin the wood off. Fibreglass would be watertight, stronger and lighter and cheap.
A LOT more work and you aren’t saving that much weight if any. I built a clamshell version built the exact same way but covered the wood with fiberglass and painted. It’s still pretty light Weight. I have videos on it.
Thanks for your inspiring videos.
You have made different models of rooftop tents. What is your experience in using them. Pros and cons this model vs. clamshell model?
Dude that is so cool!! I'm impressed.
Nice work chap. Nice zip sewing too!
Great project!! Looking forward to a DIY!
How much does it weight? Measurements of the unit and height when the gas pistone arms. How many Newton are maximum on the gas pistone arms? Would love to get a list of the materials you have used. Also how you solved the brackets to actually attach the "RTT" on your car. Just some ideas and wishes of information I would like to know in your DIY video later on.
Good luck finishing the project!
Cheers!
Love this. I would be able to make the structure. But any idea where I could find similar gas struts?
While waiting for your how to video , few questions for your beautiful construction.How thick is the plywood?Stich and glue?What fg and epoxy did you use?Is that fabric also breathable or only waterproof?Did you make any trip yet in cold weather? Any condensation problems?Thanks in advance
Great rooftop tent build. It would be great if you could tell us what and where you bought the gas springs. Again, a great job.
A fantastic build, well done.
That thing is awesome! Forget buying one when you can make a custom version!
Wow! That's amazing! Nice job...
Great work and great bit of kit. Well done!!
6 roof tent companies didn't like this video.....:)
Then they all created another account and disliked it again...😂
Well it is the shakiest video of all time. I mean it seems like there's an earthquake going on. It's such a good idea with terrible video it's hard to watch.
Calvin Sanders and you took the effort to write a terrible comment. Well done
A year later and they've made their employees dislike it also.
@@CalvinHikes Didn't notice. Subscribed.
Coming late to this GREAT VIDEO!! YES, YES WOULD LOVE TO SEE A HOW-TO VIDEO.
I am working on a how-to series now! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
I'm impressed. I'm sure plenty would love a how to video, but just sewing the zippers requires more skill than I have. I was sorry to hear you are painting it white. I was hoping it be painted tortoise shell.
Very impressive! Just the type of tent I would like, but without the $2000 + price-tag!
Thank you! Check out the finished product! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Sweet skills and an awesome build!
I would love to see a how to on this and also what pistons did you use for the inside
This is brilliant! I'd like to do a pop up roof like this on a tiny house in the loft area for more head room. Where can I get those pistons?
Thanks a lot for this! Just watched your followup review. I was curious how you prevent water from running off the canvas into the wood below, how does your fabric wall meet the floor? Silicone caulk or anything like that? The design is so solid, looks like it'd last you a while, I'd just hate for the baseboard to get damp.
This is great, I think I would be able to do this with a how to video, let me know if you do one or have anymore info with the materials you used. great job!
Very nicely done!
Looks amazing! Inspired me to build one of my own instead of spending that kind of money on retail. How is it holding up against the wind when camping?
I've been thinking of something like that for the top of a 5 foot hard wall trailer
Have you made a "build series" yet? Would love to see it!
Im working on it! Just announced my plans for a build series in my newest video! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
I'd love to see a how to! With as much as I work, I'd probably just hire you to make one for me😂😂
I would love to see this once complete.
What are the dimensions for those collapsible arms and what length strut did you use for it? Sick build by the way, I'd like to try making one rather thank spending 4k on one
Great job Patrick.
Great job Holmes!
Great concept,shall wait for the new release
Finally posting a finished product video! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
I like you design but i really prefer hard side pop up camper if you do hard side will be amazing
It's awesome!!! Do you have the plan I can buy?
Хорошая работа, отличная презентация! Спасибо! Прекрасных путешествий.
Can you post a link to the fabric you used? I'm also keen to see a vid to. How you sewed it.
Hi from France, can't wait to see how to ! Could you share with us dimensions and cost of materials ? Thx !
I am working on a how-to series now! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Nicely done! More details re the construction would be appreciated.
Here you go! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
You just save a couple of thousand dollars! Way to go! I am about to drop $4k on one! Enjoy your journey!
Awesome job pal !!
What a great build! Did you ever post a video of the final product?
Yep! finally got a video up! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Should add a awning for it...when it rains.. u will have to close it all up... its what i dont like about the hard shells...
Great job ! For sure the "how to video" ! Thanks for sharing your tips.
man you are a genius
I’m trying to figure out how to build something to pull with my harly something like the mini mate. Dude you should see that thing!
Looks really good man nice job
This is so nice. Wow.
Awesome build. Any update of the final project? I want to build something similar, kind of a mix of rooftop tent and pop up roof for my pickup canopy topper.
Yep! finally got the final product video up! ua-cam.com/video/841GzQ5rd9o/v-deo.html
Nice built. Would you give lengths of the two square tubing and gas strut?
Hi Patrick, do you have the video discussing how you did this lifting mechanism? Double side? I cant seem to find your video on this. I think the one available is the one side strut only. Appreciate your help thanks