Pics Wanted: Your tent/trailer setup

cbmontgo · 09-11-06, 02:42 PM

I just picked a up Mombasa roof top tent today, and I am hoping to get a military trailer when I find a good one locally. I have a full size 4WD pickup and my FJ60 that I could mount this thing to, but I am really wanting an M101 for this setup. That way, I can leave my tent setup at camp and take my vehicle to where I will hunt.

Have you guys mounted one of these on a military trailer? How are you mounting it? Any hinges or hydraulic struts used so that you can access your gear underneath? At times, I will be carrying a generator, fuel, and water in this trailer as well.

I'd love to see pics of you have 'em.

Thanks--

C

alf · 09-11-06, 03:24 PM

Check out the post I just made to the car-top-tent thread. Mine will have a cage made of 1.5" tube. I will custom sew the sunbrella fabric and make my own roof rack. I plan to only have a front and rear hoop which gives me almost 6 feet clear side space. Tent will open to one side and on the opposite side will be a cooking station. A custom wood mess box will mount to the top of the trailer rail and run the lenght of the m101. The outside edge of the box will be inside the cage. A lid will hinges down to make your work table.

This is the ticket:

Exiled · 09-11-06, 11:36 PM

Here's a shot of mine. MARE tent on an M416:

alf · 09-12-06, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Exiled

Here's a shot of mine. MARE tent on an M416:

How do you access the stuff in the trailer. Is the tent on a hinged lid? Do you ever wish it was higher up for better access to gear?

REZARF · 09-12-06, 08:49 AM

It looks like there is a tailgate and lid on that one.

I saw this one at the Rising Sun rally last month, I think, not sure of the owner kept looking for him at the show, never met him though.

Wolf · 09-12-06, 12:19 PM

Very Nice! more please

philos1 · 09-12-06, 03:47 PM

X2....

also, cbmontgo- pics of your tent? how much? etc...

cbmontgo · 09-12-06, 03:58 PM

Great pics!

I haven't even opened my tent yet, but I got that fire sale here in Dallas on the Mumbasa tents; I only paid $ 325 new in box! I am getting married this weekend and then in Hawaii all next week, so it may be a couple of weeks before I can tinker with it.

I need to get a trailer here soon, and then I'll be ready to roll. That is the next thing I need to nail down. Those M101 CDNs are hard to find down here.

Panzer · 09-12-06, 04:30 PM

If you find a deal or a group buy let me know. I am in same boat as you.
I was thinking about a popup for a while and also maybe one of the adventure trailers but so far a 101 or a 416 is looking like the more cost efficient solution.
CAS

cbmontgo · 09-12-06, 04:36 PM

Panzer (and others), here is the link where these things are/were:

http://forum.ih8mud.com/sale-parts/106564-car-top-tents-sale.html

I'm not sure if there are any left by this point, but it is a smokin' deal.

Panzer · 09-12-06, 04:56 PM

Sorry should have specified "Trailer deal or group buy" . I did the same as you with the mombasa.
I was looking at other options but with that price on the tents the scales tipped toward the build an M101 and away from buy a popup. (plus a pop up isnt going to go some of the places I want to take it)

I PM'd koffer to see he is still in the trailer business, Ill let you know what I find out.

rutbeer · 09-12-06, 07:12 PM

Hey Alf, let's see more pics of that tailgate folded down.

cbmontgo · 09-12-06, 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panzer

Sorry should have specified "Trailer deal or group buy" . I did the same as you with the mombasa.
I was looking at other options but with that price on the tents the scales tipped toward the build an M101 and away from buy a popup. (plus a pop up isnt going to go some of the places I want to take it)

I PM'd koffer to see he is still in the trailer business, Ill let you know what I find out.

Oh--we really are in the same boat then!

Koffer is still in the M101 business, but it becomes cost prohibitive after shipping I think. Let me know if you find out any good news though.

Exiled · 09-12-06, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alf

How do you access the stuff in the trailer. Is the tent on a hinged lid? Do you ever wish it was higher up for better access to gear?

Hinged steel lid, custom tailgate. It's not bad, although I wouldn't mind if the tent sat a little taller:

REZARF · 09-12-06, 11:35 PM

Guys, I have a line on a guy here in Denver that is bringing in 13 "new" m101's from Canada. The plus side is they are all in great shape, first payer gets first choice and so on...

... bad news is, he is looking for 1500 bucks a pop!

I can get you the info if you want it.

I am holding out for a local M416, or take Exiled and others advice and scratch build one too.

BTW, I got the Car-Top-Tent coming this week too! Looks like we are all gunning for the same stuff.

Rezarf <><

cbmontgo · 09-13-06, 07:00 AM

$ 1500 each? The sad thing is that he'll probably sell them for that.

Exiled, your rig and trailer are awesome. I was admiring it at Katemcy this year.

Panzer · 09-13-06, 01:33 PM

$1500 bettter be shipped to my door. When you start talking about that kind of scratch and then have to spend more $$ on mods to get it like you want it.
It very quickly begins to approach the cost of an Adventure Trailer Chaser or a base model AT Horizon.

REZARF · 09-13-06, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panzer

$1500 bettter be shipped to my door. When you start talking about that kind of scratch and then have to spend more $$ on mods to get it like you want it.
It very quickly begins to approach the cost of an Adventure Trailer Chaser or a base model AT Horizon.

Agreed, just thought I would throw it out there.

Rezarf <><

lavarunner · 09-13-06, 06:13 PM

the red one of above is SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

how did they get can back to make them a top or is it just a stock small truck short bed canback????

seriosly interested!

atavuss · 09-13-06, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lavarunner

the red one of above is SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

how did they get can back to make them a top or is it just a stock small truck short bed canback????

seriosly interested!

it was a one off for the civilian bantam trailer. supposedly the canback for a 4 door tacoma is real close to the same size as the trailer.

Snook · 09-14-06, 02:06 AM

M416 with custom tailgate.

Cheers,

Jon in NC · 09-14-06, 07:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lavarunner

the red one of above is SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

how did they get can back to make them a top or is it just a stock small truck short bed canback????

seriosly interested!

Check out these places for canvas tops

http://www.odcloth.com/products.html

http://www.beachwoodcanvas.com/

and

New Life Resource Management
418 N. Main Street
PO Box 176
Bakersfield, VT 05441
voice 802-827-6124
fax 802-827-3660
nlrm@together.net

alf · 09-14-06, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lavarunner

the red one of above is SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

how did they get can back to make them a top or is it just a stock small truck short bed canback????

seriosly interested!

I posted the red one. This trialer is not mine but I have corresponded with the owner. Before Can-Back was sold they did custom projects which the new owners are not entertaining as I have spoken to them.

The can-back on this trailer is basically a modified top from a step side compact pickup. I am going to sew my own top after I get my trailer cage built by 2badfj's. I will post up the results in a few months when it is done.

The other option for a top is the softtopper. It is held together by a bimini type expanding frame. I have inquired about buying a top without poles for a step side truck but have not heard back.

BajaXplorer · 09-14-06, 08:35 AM

Here are a couple pix of my setup.
BX

Jon in NC · 09-14-06, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BajaXplorer

Here are a couple pix of my setup.
BX

Is that the eezi awn tent? Me likey

NorCalDoug · 09-14-06, 10:27 AM

I'm not absolutely sure, but I think Koffer still has some tents. The downside is that he's in New Jersey...but even with shipping...if you move a few of them in bulk, might be better than the $1500 price.

BajaXplorer · 09-14-06, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jon in NC

Is that the eezi awn tent? Me likey

Yes, it is the 1400 model.
BX

09-11-06, 02:42 PM	#1
cbmontgo IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Castle Rock, Colorado TLCA# 14207 Posts: 1,595	Pics Wanted: Your tent/trailer setup I just picked a up Mombasa roof top tent today, and I am hoping to get a military trailer when I find a good one locally. I have a full size 4WD pickup and my FJ60 that I could mount this thing to, but I am really wanting an M101 for this setup. That way, I can leave my tent setup at camp and take my vehicle to where I will hunt. Have you guys mounted one of these on a military trailer? How are you mounting it? Any hinges or hydraulic struts used so that you can access your gear underneath? At times, I will be carrying a generator, fuel, and water in this trailer as well. I'd love to see pics of you have 'em. Thanks-- C __________________ 1985 rust-free, Arizona-raised FJ60 with 33s, OME 2.5", ARB bull bar, Hella 4000s and Warn M8000. 1988 FJ62, all stock...but this will soon change 1992 restored Canadian M101 1/4 ton trailer with rooftop tent

09-11-06, 03:24 PM	#2
alf IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: atlanta Posts: 669	Check out the post I just made to the car-top-tent thread. Mine will have a cage made of 1.5" tube. I will custom sew the sunbrella fabric and make my own roof rack. I plan to only have a front and rear hoop which gives me almost 6 feet clear side space. Tent will open to one side and on the opposite side will be a cooking station. A custom wood mess box will mount to the top of the trailer rail and run the lenght of the m101. The outside edge of the box will be inside the cage. A lid will hinges down to make your work table. This is the ticket: __________________ "I can see your still one sandwich short of a picnic." President Emeritus - Georgia Cruisers - Atlanta, GA Georgia Cruisers GA Cruiser Forum 1979 FJ40, Stock AC, Saginaw, Aqualu 3/4 tub, 37 Mtr's, MetalTech Full Cage, SUA, ARB Locks Front & Rear, 8274, OBA, 2BADFJ'S SLIDERS 1999 UZJ100 - Mall Queen Last edited by alf; 09-11-06 at 03:43 PM.

09-11-06, 11:36 PM	#3
Exiled Wagon Wheeler Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Round Rock, TX TLCA# 4080 Posts: 1,444	Here's a shot of mine. MARE tent on an M416: Attached Images

09-12-06, 08:49 AM	#5
REZARF IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Louisville, CO TLCA# 13041 Posts: 2,839	It looks like there is a tailgate and lid on that one. I saw this one at the Rising Sun rally last month, I think, not sure of the owner kept looking for him at the show, never met him though. Attached Images __________________ Drew F. Rising Sun 4x4 Club 76 FJ40, 85 fj60 Engine and Ignition, 35" MTR's, Warn 8074, 4" of lift TPI, snorkeled, racked, Mini-truck P/S... and sometimes running. Friends don't let friends drive Thornbirds... My camping trailer build up thread.

09-12-06, 03:47 PM	#7
philos1 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: the valley, yeah that one Posts: 1,418	X2.... also, cbmontgo- pics of your tent? how much? etc... __________________ no cruiser right now :( 1995 Volvo 850 Turbo defender of the good, mo-fessional drunk, total art-fag, and all around nice guy...

09-12-06, 12:19 PM	#6
Wolf IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Belgium Posts: 30	Very Nice! more please

09-12-06, 03:58 PM	#8
cbmontgo IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Castle Rock, Colorado TLCA# 14207 Posts: 1,595	Great pics! I haven't even opened my tent yet, but I got that fire sale here in Dallas on the Mumbasa tents; I only paid $ 325 new in box! I am getting married this weekend and then in Hawaii all next week, so it may be a couple of weeks before I can tinker with it. I need to get a trailer here soon, and then I'll be ready to roll. That is the next thing I need to nail down. Those M101 CDNs are hard to find down here. __________________ 1985 rust-free, Arizona-raised FJ60 with 33s, OME 2.5", ARB bull bar, Hella 4000s and Warn M8000. 1988 FJ62, all stock...but this will soon change 1992 restored Canadian M101 1/4 ton trailer with rooftop tent

09-12-06, 04:30 PM	#9
Panzer IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hurst,Texas TLCA# 12003 Posts: 390	If you find a deal or a group buy let me know. I am in same boat as you. I was thinking about a popup for a while and also maybe one of the adventure trailers but so far a 101 or a 416 is looking like the more cost efficient solution. CAS __________________ "Blue" - '96 FZJ80, OME, ARB, SLEE, E-locked, 4:88, 315 BFG AT "nuther" '82 FJ-40, Stockish..for now. "Gray" - '83 JT4RN, Wee little Beasty! SOLD

09-12-06, 04:36 PM	#10
cbmontgo IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Castle Rock, Colorado TLCA# 14207 Posts: 1,595	Panzer (and others), here is the link where these things are/were: http://forum.ih8mud.com/sale-parts/106564-car-top-tents-sale.html I'm not sure if there are any left by this point, but it is a smokin' deal. __________________ 1985 rust-free, Arizona-raised FJ60 with 33s, OME 2.5", ARB bull bar, Hella 4000s and Warn M8000. 1988 FJ62, all stock...but this will soon change 1992 restored Canadian M101 1/4 ton trailer with rooftop tent

09-12-06, 04:56 PM	#11
Panzer IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hurst,Texas TLCA# 12003 Posts: 390	Sorry should have specified "Trailer deal or group buy" . I did the same as you with the mombasa. I was looking at other options but with that price on the tents the scales tipped toward the build an M101 and away from buy a popup. (plus a pop up isnt going to go some of the places I want to take it) I PM'd koffer to see he is still in the trailer business, Ill let you know what I find out. __________________ "Blue" - '96 FZJ80, OME, ARB, SLEE, E-locked, 4:88, 315 BFG AT "nuther" '82 FJ-40, Stockish..for now. "Gray" - '83 JT4RN, Wee little Beasty! SOLD

09-12-06, 07:12 PM	#12
rutbeer IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,121	Hey Alf, let's see more pics of that tailgate folded down. __________________ 78FJ40 w/13BT diesel (BIESEL),66FJ45(MARMUT), 13BT install thread www.importpurist.com "Much like a cat or hot buttered toast, the correct side will always try to land down. If the bezel is on upside down, then the force of it trying to right itself may cause you to roll your cruiser unexpectedly."

09-12-06, 11:35 PM	#15
REZARF IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Louisville, CO TLCA# 13041 Posts: 2,839	Guys, I have a line on a guy here in Denver that is bringing in 13 "new" m101's from Canada. The plus side is they are all in great shape, first payer gets first choice and so on... ... bad news is, he is looking for 1500 bucks a pop! I can get you the info if you want it. I am holding out for a local M416, or take Exiled and others advice and scratch build one too. BTW, I got the Car-Top-Tent coming this week too! Looks like we are all gunning for the same stuff. Rezarf <>< __________________ Drew F. Rising Sun 4x4 Club 76 FJ40, 85 fj60 Engine and Ignition, 35" MTR's, Warn 8074, 4" of lift TPI, snorkeled, racked, Mini-truck P/S... and sometimes running. Friends don't let friends drive Thornbirds... My camping trailer build up thread.

09-13-06, 07:00 AM	#16
cbmontgo IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Castle Rock, Colorado TLCA# 14207 Posts: 1,595	$ 1500 each? The sad thing is that he'll probably sell them for that. Exiled, your rig and trailer are awesome. I was admiring it at Katemcy this year. __________________ 1985 rust-free, Arizona-raised FJ60 with 33s, OME 2.5", ARB bull bar, Hella 4000s and Warn M8000. 1988 FJ62, all stock...but this will soon change 1992 restored Canadian M101 1/4 ton trailer with rooftop tent

09-13-06, 01:33 PM	#17
Panzer IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hurst,Texas TLCA# 12003 Posts: 390	$1500 bettter be shipped to my door. When you start talking about that kind of scratch and then have to spend more $$ on mods to get it like you want it. It very quickly begins to approach the cost of an Adventure Trailer Chaser or a base model AT Horizon. __________________ "Blue" - '96 FZJ80, OME, ARB, SLEE, E-locked, 4:88, 315 BFG AT "nuther" '82 FJ-40, Stockish..for now. "Gray" - '83 JT4RN, Wee little Beasty! SOLD

09-13-06, 06:13 PM	#19
lavarunner IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Vocano Island, aka big island hawaii TLCA# lost the card... Posts: 367	the red one of above is SWEET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! how did they get can back to make them a top or is it just a stock small truck short bed canback???? seriosly interested! __________________ I'm thinking and I'm thinking till theres nothin I aint thunk...

09-14-06, 02:06 AM	#21
Snook IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Bay Area, CA TLCA# 9785 Posts: 666	M416 with custom tailgate. Cheers, __________________ Snook 2000 UZJ100 Nip/Tuck front ARB & rear 4x4Labs bumper w/ towing hooks - 8k Warn - Slee Slider - Drop diff - Slee T bar - 315 MTR - Slee HD Rear Spring - ARB Air Lockers - Regear 4.88 - Snorkel w/ GPS - ARB Refri - 1" spacers F & R - 3k W inverter - water heater shower system - '67 Custom Tailgated M416 trailer w/ Italian OverCamp http://forum.ih8mud.com/100-series-c...100-snook.html Video by Snook: http://www.tlcwagons.org/Norcal_Wago...os/Videos.html Last edited by Snook; 09-05-08 at 11:03 PM.

09-14-06, 08:35 AM	#24
BajaXplorer IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 8	Here are a couple pix of my setup. BX Attached Images

09-14-06, 10:27 AM	#26
NorCalDoug I Solve Problems... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: uhhhh...duh...Northern CA TLCA# yes, I have one Posts: 4,990	I'm not absolutely sure, but I think Koffer still has some tents. The downside is that he's in New Jersey...but even with shipping...if you move a few of them in bulk, might be better than the $1500 price. __________________ a couple pairs of pink panties... Another convert to the Church of Latter Day Swank, a sub-cult of Shahrislam "...Opportunity doesn't knock, you have to kick the fuckin door in and drag the bitch out screamin." -- Ullr "I have more respect for people who change their views after acquiring new information than for those who cling to views they held thirty years ago. The world changes. Ideologues and zealots don't." - Michael Crichton Buy TEQ Bottle Openers