Sleeping in Truck vs. Tent? - Page 2

pint · 05-04-08, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by rusty_tlc

Nalgene bottle if your a dude. I travel with

, not so easy for her.

Better label that bottle!!!

rusty_tlc · 05-04-08, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by pint

Better label that bottle!!!

Never drink from the RED Nlagen bottle

"Don't eat the brown Acid man!!!!"

TJDIV · 05-05-08, 03:45 PM

I've had this discussion several times as well.

I like the "hike in and camp in a tent" style of camping. Rarely ever sleep where I park.

I do like the idea of an RTT though, or at a minimum setting up in the Troopy if that's possible.

I suppose one way to look at it is the money it would cost me to do a rack an RTT and gear, or just a tent, or inside the Cruiser.

RTT set ups are pricey, period.

D'Animal · 05-06-08, 06:53 AM

They sold for around $300.00 new during the group buyand several are selling them now.

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Originally Posted by TJDIV

RTT set ups are pricey, period.

Niner · 05-06-08, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by rusty_tlc

Consider leaving your child outside tied to the bumper overnight. Jake is a family member. I know a lot of people don't think of dogs that way, but we do.

My dogs prefer to be outside, and I do consider them my children.

rusty_tlc · 05-06-08, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Niner

My dogs prefer to be outside, and I do consider them my children.

Sorry I didn't mean anything by that. Jake sleeps in our bedroom every night, I just couldn't imagine leaving him outside when we camp or even not having him in our room at home when we sleep.
I'm sure you love your dogs as much as we love Jake. I've had dogs that preferred to be outside too. Truth be known Jake would probably be fine outside, but I'm not sure we would be okay with it.

lx450landcruiser · 05-07-08, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by D'Animal

They sold for around $300.00 new during the group buyand several are selling them now.

ever sleep i a windy or rainy night in one of those yet?

C6H12O6 · 05-07-08, 02:06 PM

Goretex window screens would be cool. You could leave the windows open and the water vapor could get out, but the liquid water couldn't get in if it rained. Hmmm... I wonder if my old Simms waders would be a good donor.

Bogo · 05-07-08, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by C6H12O6

Goretex window screens would be cool. You could leave the windows open and the water vapor could get out, but the liquid water couldn't get in if it rained.

I doubt goretex would transpire much moisture in that situation. Goretex really isn't all that good at getting rid of moisture. Luvered vents with screens would be better.

C6H12O6 · 05-13-08, 01:55 PM

Goretex works on a temperature gradient, easily passing water vapor from high temperature to low temperature. The more different the temperatures on the inside of the truck and the outside, the greater the movement of water vapor molecules across the membrane. As long as it was cold outside and hot and steamy inside, I bet it would work better than you think.

Grouseman · 06-23-08, 06:55 AM

I've slept many nights in the Cruiser. Condensation can be a big problem in the winter. That being said screens over windows would help. I have a Jeff K set up with drawer and love it. All my gear can go in those drawers so that is not a problem. I also have 101 with pop-up tent on it. But when I want to take the boat I can't take the trailer. So now I'm thinking of again sleeping in the Cruiser. There is one hatch extension made by DAC, Inc that looks ok. Does anybody else know of another mfg. of them? I just want a setup so that I can leave the hatch and door open for more air, etc. Also need good ideas of how to attach tarp to truck so we can sit out during a rain.

SS

sandcruiser · 06-23-08, 09:19 AM

a good rtt tent in the rain is much more comfortable than a ground-tent or sleeping in the truck. We've done many rainy nights in our Maggiolina, very comfortable.

on the nalgene topic: you can buy square side nalgene bottles. Much easier to rely on shape than color when you are talking about piss vs. water in the middle of the night. A wide-mouth nalgene should work pretty well for men or women, it is a big target.

the only problem that we now face with the rtt is the dog situation.... she isn't going to climb that ladder and I'm not going to carry a 45lb dog (probably muddy) up a ladder one-handed. So we are still solving that one... looks like sleeping in the truck with some sort of awning/mozzie net in the 3rd row seats is the best answer (great for security as well).

sirenmoses · 06-24-08, 10:31 PM

tailgate tent: Specter Off-Road-Land Cruiser Parts - Page 500-Wagon Tents

sitting out a (downwards) rain: Cabela's -- Sport Shade Portable Awning

Enigma · 06-24-08, 10:58 PM

Is this the SOR one, and umm...hows the porn reception on that dish?

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Originally Posted by Trollhole

PO gave me this when I bought the 80. Great idea and works very well. I take the rear and middle seats out. There is a simple little platform goes behind the front seats. I use a full air mattress which fits perfectly.

I like it because you have the whole tailgate to put stuff on. It's also has 4 windows with screens and a big large one over the rear. Very solid.

NLXTACY · 06-25-08, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Enigma

Is this the SOR one, and umm...hows the porn reception on that dish?

X2....now if I can only convince the

to go with

mrlocksmith · 06-25-08, 10:49 PM

I'd go with a RTT myself.

Later

Mark

I gotta get the dish network in my '60

sandcruiser · 06-26-08, 12:48 PM

that awning is great-looking!
where did you get it?
how much?

GLTHFJ60 · 06-26-08, 03:58 PM

I have an in-truck system, and I love it! A hinged fold-down for when the rear seats are folded down, and I have a large sleeping platform. Storing stuff is also taken care of with the drawers that are built into the platform. The only thing that I gotta take care of now is getting a roof rack to secure my tire and toolbox so I don't have to sleep while hugging it!

Another advantage of an in-truck system as opposed to an RTT system is the center of gravity. I'm not sure that if I was on a multiple day wheeling trip I would like the weight of a rack and the RTT on my roof in off camber situations.

I should really get pics of my setup!!!

Enigma · 06-26-08, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Enigma

Is this the SOR one, and umm...hows the porn reception on that dish?

And what's that on the hood?

mrlocksmith · 06-26-08, 08:43 PM

We interrupt this thread to bring you a thread hijack....

The awning is from Kelty, It is the Car Port Deluxe and there was a post here a while boack about Costco selling them for about $70.00 so I jumped on it. The normally sell for $270 ish.

It stays put real well in the wind too

Sorry about the Hijack.... Now back to our "regular program"

Mark

jamisobe · 06-30-08, 07:06 PM

That's a good looking awning.

This one is at Costco for $170 and I think this one would also work with the specter wagon tent which I like:
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jamisobe · 06-30-08, 07:11 PM

I made this mod so that I could keep my deck low and have a nice flat surface. Removing the hinges saved about 2 inches.

05-05-08, 03:45 PM	#33
TJDIV Waiting on a Troopy! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Munising, Mi Posts: 2,570 Blog Entries: 3	I've had this discussion several times as well. I like the "hike in and camp in a tent" style of camping. Rarely ever sleep where I park. I do like the idea of an RTT though, or at a minimum setting up in the Troopy if that's possible. I suppose one way to look at it is the money it would cost me to do a rack an RTT and gear, or just a tent, or inside the Cruiser. RTT set ups are pricey, period. __________________ Genetics Load the Gun, Lifestyle Pulls the Trigger. Classic Toyota My Crazy Dog Ride Squaw Valley What are you "sinking" about?

05-07-08, 02:06 PM	#38
C6H12O6 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Beaverton, Oregon TLCA# 16307 Posts: 763	Goretex window screens would be cool. You could leave the windows open and the water vapor could get out, but the liquid water couldn't get in if it rained. Hmmm... I wonder if my old Simms waders would be a good donor. __________________ If you're gonna be a bear, be a grizzly. Steve the Fly Fishing Science Teacher 1995 FZJ80 ~ Lockers, winchless ARB, 2.5" OME, bent-up, rattling, leaky Borla exhaust, MetalTech Sliders, multiple oil leaks, 285 Revos. http://web.mac.com/stevenlent/cruiser/cruiser.html

05-13-08, 01:55 PM	#40
C6H12O6 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Beaverton, Oregon TLCA# 16307 Posts: 763	Goretex works on a temperature gradient, easily passing water vapor from high temperature to low temperature. The more different the temperatures on the inside of the truck and the outside, the greater the movement of water vapor molecules across the membrane. As long as it was cold outside and hot and steamy inside, I bet it would work better than you think. __________________ If you're gonna be a bear, be a grizzly. Steve the Fly Fishing Science Teacher 1995 FZJ80 ~ Lockers, winchless ARB, 2.5" OME, bent-up, rattling, leaky Borla exhaust, MetalTech Sliders, multiple oil leaks, 285 Revos. http://web.mac.com/stevenlent/cruiser/cruiser.html

06-23-08, 06:55 AM	#41
Grouseman IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 555	I've slept many nights in the Cruiser. Condensation can be a big problem in the winter. That being said screens over windows would help. I have a Jeff K set up with drawer and love it. All my gear can go in those drawers so that is not a problem. I also have 101 with pop-up tent on it. But when I want to take the boat I can't take the trailer. So now I'm thinking of again sleeping in the Cruiser. There is one hatch extension made by DAC, Inc that looks ok. Does anybody else know of another mfg. of them? I just want a setup so that I can leave the hatch and door open for more air, etc. Also need good ideas of how to attach tarp to truck so we can sit out during a rain. SS __________________ 96 FJZ80, Lockers, Bilsteins, 285 Revos, Custom Storage system by Jeff K. M101 CDN Trailer 86 4-Runner

06-23-08, 09:19 AM	#42
sandcruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Posts: 1,684	a good rtt tent in the rain is much more comfortable than a ground-tent or sleeping in the truck. We've done many rainy nights in our Maggiolina, very comfortable. on the nalgene topic: you can buy square side nalgene bottles. Much easier to rely on shape than color when you are talking about piss vs. water in the middle of the night. A wide-mouth nalgene should work pretty well for men or women, it is a big target. the only problem that we now face with the rtt is the dog situation.... she isn't going to climb that ladder and I'm not going to carry a 45lb dog (probably muddy) up a ladder one-handed. So we are still solving that one... looks like sleeping in the truck with some sort of awning/mozzie net in the 3rd row seats is the best answer (great for security as well). __________________ 91 fj80 w/ 93 1HD-T. OME 850/860 w/ 1" front spacer, LEDs, HIRs, ARB rear locker (in progress), in garage: lightforce lights, full rack, superwinch X9, maggiolina tent, hella horns. WTB: Tan DS mirror & housing '88 HJ60, "Louie" For Sale in Costa Rica.

06-24-08, 10:31 PM	#43
sirenmoses IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: central nm Posts: 714	tailgate tent: Specter Off-Road-Land Cruiser Parts - Page 500-Wagon Tents sitting out a (downwards) rain: Cabela's -- Sport Shade Portable Awning __________________ Oct 84 tan fj60, 260k mi -- FS $3k OBO Sept 84 tan fj60, 202k -- new to me Dobermobile/ K9 SAR truck, 2.5" BDS suspension enroute 85 Honda Accord, 110k -- commuter 91 Kawasaki Concours, 50k -- on the road again

06-25-08, 10:49 PM	#46
mrlocksmith IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Redwood City, CA Posts: 196	I'd go with a RTT myself. Later Mark I gotta get the dish network in my '60 __________________ Mark Weiss Ham Radio Call Sign K7VQU 1985 FJ60 Nickname: "Leaky" Expedition Camping Rig Outfitted with H55F. ARB Bull Bar, Man-A-Fre 4+ Rear Bumper, Warn XD9000, OME Heavy Lift, 33" BFG AT's, 4.11's, Oasis2 RTT, Mean-Green Alt, Dual Batteries, Cargo Cabinets Last edited by mrlocksmith; 06-26-08 at 12:11 AM.

06-26-08, 12:48 PM	#47
sandcruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tamarindo, Costa Rica Posts: 1,684	that awning is great-looking! where did you get it? how much? __________________ 91 fj80 w/ 93 1HD-T. OME 850/860 w/ 1" front spacer, LEDs, HIRs, ARB rear locker (in progress), in garage: lightforce lights, full rack, superwinch X9, maggiolina tent, hella horns. WTB: Tan DS mirror & housing '88 HJ60, "Louie" For Sale in Costa Rica.

06-26-08, 08:43 PM	#50
mrlocksmith IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Redwood City, CA Posts: 196	We interrupt this thread to bring you a thread hijack.... The awning is from Kelty, It is the Car Port Deluxe and there was a post here a while boack about Costco selling them for about $70.00 so I jumped on it. The normally sell for $270 ish. It stays put real well in the wind too Sorry about the Hijack.... Now back to our "regular program" Mark __________________ Mark Weiss Ham Radio Call Sign K7VQU 1985 FJ60 Nickname: "Leaky" Expedition Camping Rig Outfitted with H55F. ARB Bull Bar, Man-A-Fre 4+ Rear Bumper, Warn XD9000, OME Heavy Lift, 33" BFG AT's, 4.11's, Oasis2 RTT, Mean-Green Alt, Dual Batteries, Cargo Cabinets

06-30-08, 07:06 PM	#51
jamisobe IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 878	That's a good looking awning. This one is at Costco for $170 and I think this one would also work with the specter wagon tent which I like: DirtWerkz - MX SHADE CANOPY, MX SHADE Canopies, MXShade, MX SHADE CANOPY, MXSHADE Canopies, mx canopies, motocross canopy, umbrella type canopies, hitch mounted canopies, motocross accessories for your truck __________________ 95 FZJ80 custom headers & 3" flowmaster exhaust, 4" OME lift (with CC bushings, x br lines, adj panhards, heavier dropped sways), ARB lockers, 35" BFG A/Ts, dual dry cell batteries, 2300 watt inverter, speedo corrected, & Kaymar w/carrier Next: 5.29 gears, winch

06-30-08, 07:11 PM	#52
jamisobe IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 878	I made this mod so that I could keep my deck low and have a nice flat surface. Removing the hinges saved about 2 inches. __________________ 95 FZJ80 custom headers & 3" flowmaster exhaust, 4" OME lift (with CC bushings, x br lines, adj panhards, heavier dropped sways), ARB lockers, 35" BFG A/Ts, dual dry cell batteries, 2300 watt inverter, speedo corrected, & Kaymar w/carrier Next: 5.29 gears, winch Last edited by jamisobe; 06-30-08 at 07:20 PM.

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