Tailgate tent enclosure Possibility!

[lowenbrau]

Didn't Spector have something similar for the 80? One of my pals had the 60 series version and it was really cool.

 

[Zalie]

Love one!

I realize this post is a few years old. Just curious if you got enough people together to get those made. I would totally be interested if this happens to be an ongoing long haul process!

 

[Timpanogos Slim]

huh. Does not seem a tough nut to crack. Maybe i will consider this kind of thing after i make curtains, which is after i build my sleeping platform.

 

[mazder]

https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/634058-scratch-built-tailgate-enclosure.html

This was my $20 solution, too bad I cant use it with my current storage drawer system any longer... Time to move out on the ground or save for the move up on the roof

 

[Timpanogos Slim]

Or, well, just one of these:

http://www.amazon.com/DAC-DA-E2T-Ex...TY0E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377907099&sr=8-1

 

[mazder]

Or, well, just one of these:

http://www.amazon.com/DAC-DA-E2T-Ex...TY0E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377907099&sr=8-1

I dont think that will work with the lower tail gate.

 

[Timpanogos Slim]

I dont think that will work with the lower tail gate.

One of the customer supplied photos shows it used with the lower tail gate on a Honda Element. Looks like it would work just fine.

Look a little awkward, cover half the back window, but works. Probably even works better on an '80.

 

[devildogcruiser25]

Then you have to worry about the door lights staying on because the hatch is open...

 

[Timpanogos Slim]

Then you have to worry about the door lights staying on because the hatch is open...

If you have door lights, sure.

 

[thatcabledude]

Not everyone has door lights...

For those that do, are they on the done light circuit?

 

[devildogcruiser25]

Not everyone has door lights...

For those that do, are they on the done light circuit?

no, even with dome lights set to off the door lights still come on. Unless you meant something else.

 

[scottryana]

Probably easy enough to carry a spring loaded clamp and push the plunger down on the hatch/body. I haven't looked at it but I don't imagine it's much different than the doors?

 

[Salue]

I haven't pursued it any further because I ended up getting the cheaper option that was posted. As far as the door light staying on; I just use a flat screwdriver to push the latching mechanism on the hatch to the closed position, therefore closing the circuit. Only downside to this is I just have to remember to squeeze the handle for the latch to go back to the open position before shutting the hatch on the tailgate.

Salue

 

[greentruck]

I bought the DAC and modified it. More info in this thread, mostly on page 2.
https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/412084-camper-conversion-drawer-system.html

I also have an add-on awning to act as a kitchen and living room off the tailgate. That's why I added the skirt portion, to help enclose that area when using the add-on awning. The draped screening under the tailgate in the 3rd pic was my first attempt at that and can still be used in especially insect-ridden zones.

For the lights, I'm thinking of adding a kill switch, just haven't got around to it yet.

 

[sethzilla]

I saw this thread and wanted to throw in my $.02

Having seen Mazders canvas rear enclosure got me thinking about doing something similar. Then i saw those SUV tents and was sold. I like the idea of having the kid in the tent and me and the in the 80 on our drawer/bed setup. You can also use the tent as a dressing room or place to kick off your muddy boots before getting in the rig. It has a 10'x10' footprint and it over 6' high inside.

The entire tent took me 5 minutes to setup by myself and it has a tube enclosure for fitting around the hatch and tailgate area. It was not designed for a dual swingout bumper sporting a 38" spare but i made it work!

Best thing was it was only $129 with shipping from Amazon! It's a TexSport Lodge if anyone is interested.

Here is a pic of it setup; (the tent was being inflated by wind - that's why it appears to be off the ground)

 

[murf]

that looks like the set up right there Seth

 

[Enigma]

And interesting paint scheme on the 80

 

[kilmarkid]

Guys, regarding door lights, here is my solution. Get a small accessory biner and push it into the upper latch. Clicks right in and you can use it to hang stuff. I throw a candle lantern up there for some light and as a reminder to remove before closing. Just open the handle and it pops right out.

 

[scrowley]

That is sweet. I will be buying one for next yr. for my family.

So is the spare tire in the tent in the pic? Curious how it will work with the carrier. I have a single swing.

I saw this thread and wanted to throw in my $.02

Having seen Mazders canvas rear enclosure got me thinking about doing something similar. Then i saw those SUV tents and was sold. I like the idea of having the kid in the tent and me and the in the 80 on our drawer/bed setup. You can also use the tent as a dressing room or place to kick off your muddy boots before getting in the rig. It has a 10'x10' footprint and it over 6' high inside.

The entire tent took me 5 minutes to setup by myself and it has a tube enclosure for fitting around the hatch and tailgate area. It was not designed for a dual swingout bumper sporting a 38" spare but i made it work!

Best thing was it was only $129 with shipping from Amazon! It's a TexSport Lodge if anyone is interested.

Here is a pic of it setup; (the tent was being inflated by wind - that's why it appears to be off the ground)

 

[B Point]

Here's mine. It's not really meant to be anything more than a dry room extension but it works well either mounted on the side or the rear of the 80.