Mounting a RTT on 3rd Gen 4runner

Romer · 01-20-08, 10:20 PM

I am looking at getting a RTT and I have the brackets and crossbars to mount it on my 80. I want to be able to share this RTT with daughterofromer. What do I need to do to her roof rack to be able to handle a RTT

here is a good view of her current setup

God I love that picture - Thats my Girl

Photo courtesy of Simon Wells

gavman · 01-22-08, 07:52 AM

That is a fabulous pic for sure

trdparts4u · 01-31-08, 04:21 PM

We always recommend upgrading the roof rack. Check on Thule or Yakima. On the 80 you could also go with ARB. The tent itself weighs in at 120# so it's a bit heavy for the factory rack especially with two people in it. BTW, We're running a special on the tents in the vendors section.

Gerone

offroad_nomad · 01-31-08, 08:26 PM

Ken,

Check out Aaron's 4Runner:
Expedition Portal Forums - View Single Post - Roof Top Tents

Mike S · 01-31-08, 09:01 PM

KEN

i recommend a set (2) of Thule or Yakima crossbars, DO NOT USE the factory crossbars. They are not up to the job. A full on basket is extra money and weight that is totally unecessary - detrimental, in fact.

Mike

Moody · 02-01-08, 03:19 PM

I had mine mounted with 2 Thule crossbars/towers on my 80 and I ended up using a 3rd crossbar...I think the Yakima would be a better option, as the Thule looked as if it bent slightly with my wife and I up there.

boss73 · 02-03-08, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trdparts4u

We always recommend upgrading the roof rack. Check on Thule or Yakima. On the 80 you could also go with ARB. The tent itself weighs in at 120# so it's a bit heavy for the factory rack especially with two people in it. BTW, We're running a special on the tents in the vendors section.

Gerone

Who is running sales on tents?? TRDparts4you ??? I tried a search and nothing came up.. Please help

Romer · 02-03-08, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boss73

Who is running sales on tents?? TRDparts4you ??? I tried a search and nothing came up.. Please help

Go to the vendor section like he said in the post

When I upgrade the roof rack, do I reuse any of the existing rack or remove it completely? Do I need to drill new holes?

Thanks

Mike S · 02-04-08, 04:35 PM

Romer

Here is a Maggiolina on a Thule 450 Crossroads system on late model 4runner factory rack rails...

trdparts4u · 02-05-08, 09:32 AM

http://forum.ih8mud.com/%2A%2A-ih8mu...tent-sale.html

Bighead · 02-05-08, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike S

Romer

Here is a Maggiolina on a Thule 450 Crossroads system on late model 4runner factory rack rails...

Mike...do you have any other pics of the Maggiolina on a 3rd Gen 4Runner? I'm looking at this option (Airland) for my 2001 4Runner.

Mike S · 02-06-08, 10:19 AM

BH

This is a small AirLand on a 4runner - uncertain of year but probably close.

Mike S

SinCity4r · 02-06-08, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bighead

Mike...do you have any other pics of the Maggiolina on a 3rd Gen 4Runner? I'm looking at this option (Airland) for my 2001 4Runner.

Best I've got..

01-20-08, 10:20 PM	#1
Romer Kneel for the Shaman Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Englewood, Colorado TLCA# 13968 Posts: 7,991	Mounting a RTT on 3rd Gen 4runner I am looking at getting a RTT and I have the brackets and crossbars to mount it on my 80. I want to be able to share this RTT with daughterofromer. What do I need to do to her roof rack to be able to handle a RTT here is a good view of her current setup God I love that picture - Thats my Girl Photo courtesy of Simon Wells __________________ Ken Romer ~ Friend of Shaman Keeper of the FAQ, Defender of Newbies, and Slayer of Tards Commander Rising Sun 4WD Club - K0ROM 97 LX450, Supercharged, Locked, and lots of other stuff ROTW 96 LX450 - ROD's 06 4Runner - Wife's 99 4Runner - daughterofromer's 03 BMW Z4 Roadster

01-31-08, 04:21 PM	#3
trdparts4u IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 117	We always recommend upgrading the roof rack. Check on Thule or Yakima. On the 80 you could also go with ARB. The tent itself weighs in at 120# so it's a bit heavy for the factory rack especially with two people in it. BTW, We're running a special on the tents in the vendors section. Gerone __________________ Jacque , Gerone , Phil or Barb info@trdparts4u.com 866 233 4305 www.trdparts4u.com www.fjcruiseroffroad.com www.toyotapartsales.com www.toyotaoffroadoutfitters.com

01-31-08, 08:26 PM	#4
offroad_nomad IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Fairfax, VA TLCA# 14082 Posts: 103	Ken, Check out Aaron's 4Runner: Expedition Portal Forums - View Single Post - Roof Top Tents __________________ Ian '01 4Runner - An Evolving Expedition and Search and Rescue Response Vehicle SAR Field Team Leader - Shenandoah Mountain Rescue Group

01-31-08, 09:01 PM	#5
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,513	KEN i recommend a set (2) of Thule or Yakima crossbars, DO NOT USE the factory crossbars. They are not up to the job. A full on basket is extra money and weight that is totally unecessary - detrimental, in fact. Mike __________________ '96 FZJ80, locked, Hanna sliders, ARB bumper, Kaymar rear with spare carrier, 45 gallon Longranger aux fuel tank, OBA, Hella 4000's, OME lift, 285/75/R16 Revos & AutoHome Maggiolina rooftop tent, etc. Custom Cruiser trailer with OverLand tent www.AutoHomeUS.com TLCA Member #14874

02-01-08, 03:19 PM	#6
Moody IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: SLC, UT TLCA# 15879 Posts: 521	I had mine mounted with 2 Thule crossbars/towers on my 80 and I ended up using a 3rd crossbar...I think the Yakima would be a better option, as the Thule looked as if it bent slightly with my wife and I up there. __________________ 1988 FJ-62 (Sold ) 1997 LX 450, big time beater...with some off road junk bolted on

01-22-08, 07:52 AM	#2
gavman IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Vancouver Canada Posts: 125	That is a fabulous pic for sure

02-04-08, 04:35 PM	#9
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,513	Romer Here is a Maggiolina on a Thule 450 Crossroads system on late model 4runner factory rack rails... __________________ '96 FZJ80, locked, Hanna sliders, ARB bumper, Kaymar rear with spare carrier, 45 gallon Longranger aux fuel tank, OBA, Hella 4000's, OME lift, 285/75/R16 Revos & AutoHome Maggiolina rooftop tent, etc. Custom Cruiser trailer with OverLand tent www.AutoHomeUS.com TLCA Member #14874

02-05-08, 09:32 AM	#10
trdparts4u IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 117	http://forum.ih8mud.com/%2A%2A-ih8mu...tent-sale.html __________________ Jacque , Gerone , Phil or Barb info@trdparts4u.com 866 233 4305 www.trdparts4u.com www.fjcruiseroffroad.com www.toyotapartsales.com www.toyotaoffroadoutfitters.com

02-06-08, 10:19 AM	#12
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,513	BH This is a small AirLand on a 4runner - uncertain of year but probably close. Mike S __________________ '96 FZJ80, locked, Hanna sliders, ARB bumper, Kaymar rear with spare carrier, 45 gallon Longranger aux fuel tank, OBA, Hella 4000's, OME lift, 285/75/R16 Revos & AutoHome Maggiolina rooftop tent, etc. Custom Cruiser trailer with OverLand tent www.AutoHomeUS.com TLCA Member #14874

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