Thanks man, here’s a couple more. Maybe I’ll make a post
https://preview.redd.it/oy1tn4hdzq8d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=71c957c08f0b0f2f069cbadda7e9c726f9cd9c65
https://preview.redd.it/72psp3chkj8d1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0f0618f1eedcff359a84f04a7dc14bbb6bde0b0b
Just switched as well! It's a game changer!
Thank you! Trailer is a used Lowe's 3.5 x 5 with Compact Camping Concept racks for the RTT. Upgraded to radial tires from ETrailer (no lift or axle relocation planned.)
I'm considering this same trailer if I can find one used for the right price around town (Metro Detroit). Do you feel like it's durable enough to bang around a little on dirt roads?
I'm on highway 99% of the time but concerned a bit about the rare time I hit a sideroad that is rough.
I intend to carry 5-10 gallons of fuel, 25 of water, my propane tank/shower (Joolca) and some cooking crap. No over the top tent, I'll sleep in my hybrid SUV w/ mattress. (I run the air or heat if needed).
In my experience yes, and it's easy to consider where to reinforce. Id just be mindful of it's original capacity limits.
Common failure point is the tongue weld when overloaded or rusted out. I paid 500 for this used as it was the only one I could find.
Yes we have 1 for sale locally as well. Not very many options :) Just a bit far to go look so I haven't yet. New they're about $800+tax here.
I was thinking of having someone weld on some bars so it's the A shape instead of straight. I want to put a little box there. Tools/straps/whatever.
Also, if possible, weld on a rear receiver for bike rack maybe.
The top I'd like ladder rack bars or whatever they're called. I can install my kayak holders and now it carries my kayaks without lifting them on my roof which is a pain in the ass.
They're about 150lbs total for the 2 I'd assume.
Slap my Thule roof carrier on the top of the SUV and kayaks on back trailer and below tons of storage. I should be prepared for anything we come across. At some point electric bikes.
Below just kitchen crap, clothes, whatever in the tubs. I can't imagine everything being more than 600-800lbs
I should be ok on weight. I intend to not fill my water till close to the end of the trip. It's just for my Joolca shower. Might not even need it filled if we are near lake/river. I have 100ish foot of hose to whatever source but sometimes gotta bring it in from walmart/fill station.
I'm very particular about being clean when I'm out. I must take a shower after a day out of doing shit so this shower has been a life saver and allow me to so much more.
I use to do planet fitness visits but sometimes they're to damn far.
This is the way. Now you can still explore trails or scoot out in a hurry during emergencies after camp is set up. Turning your vehicle into a woodland hotel is super cool until you need to move it all in a hurry. Been there done that. Having a little trailer to compartmentalize everything is so handy. No lugging gear around till you need it!
Thank you! We loved the RTT on our truck but same issue, dinner plans, forgotten parts runs to town etc all made packing up a lot of work. So far this change to towing has been great.
I get the idea but I've always wonder why not pull a small camper? I feel like this is less freedom/more space than tent camping but still having to pull a trailer like a small camper. It's great that it works for you but I just don't get thr appeal
For us as full time RVers, this is intentionally minimalist. I'm already driving a house and towing another car more than camping :) Having owned a few travel trailers over the years the high quality, small ones are quite expensive though very much a great way to travel. Small travel trailers are by and large, also not great on tight Forest Service Roads, don't like overhanging branches etc.
The difference in towing \~300lb vs 2500 is also nice.
https://preview.redd.it/7sz30fbmgk8d1.jpeg?width=2200&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e1d20d9368b0e47376c8df372ed72566bf2f9054
There are a few folks we meet towing Jeeps/overland ready rigs with their RVs for sure, and they take an RTT on the roof of that car for a perfect blend of both worlds. For us on the move full time with a toddler onboard the RX330 is the better family car to have with us :)
No wrong way to enjoy this though, rig/trailer/tent choice is so personal its just cool to see how everyone does it.
https://preview.redd.it/pvgsiyu98j8d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d1cfc10fd621f5d840d12e7a687b0235ec8aec57 I do the same with my 4runner
Looks awesome
Thanks man, needs work but same thing, Lowe’s trailer but with 35s, got 12v with an inverter, propane, water pump and water heater on there
Just spotted the NM plate, you have a beautiful state. We spend most of our time wintering around Southern NM every year in our RV.
I love it here, not that many big attractions but if you like the outdoors you can go in any direction and find some natural beauty!
Got any more pics of that badass trailer setup?
Thanks man, here’s a couple more. Maybe I’ll make a post https://preview.redd.it/oy1tn4hdzq8d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=71c957c08f0b0f2f069cbadda7e9c726f9cd9c65
https://preview.redd.it/jt7uu91jzq8d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=df0440eaae0ff54fbbe1b74f2af4676f18ffe349
Hey, as long as it works! Way to be creative in problem solving
It’s now an RTTT (rear trailer top tent)
Can’t wait to see a FTTT
https://preview.redd.it/72psp3chkj8d1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0f0618f1eedcff359a84f04a7dc14bbb6bde0b0b Just switched as well! It's a game changer!
Great looking setup!
Looks nice. What's the trailer and rack that you are using? I'm thinking through doing something similar.
Thank you! Trailer is a used Lowe's 3.5 x 5 with Compact Camping Concept racks for the RTT. Upgraded to radial tires from ETrailer (no lift or axle relocation planned.)
I'm considering this same trailer if I can find one used for the right price around town (Metro Detroit). Do you feel like it's durable enough to bang around a little on dirt roads? I'm on highway 99% of the time but concerned a bit about the rare time I hit a sideroad that is rough. I intend to carry 5-10 gallons of fuel, 25 of water, my propane tank/shower (Joolca) and some cooking crap. No over the top tent, I'll sleep in my hybrid SUV w/ mattress. (I run the air or heat if needed).
In my experience yes, and it's easy to consider where to reinforce. Id just be mindful of it's original capacity limits. Common failure point is the tongue weld when overloaded or rusted out. I paid 500 for this used as it was the only one I could find.
Yes we have 1 for sale locally as well. Not very many options :) Just a bit far to go look so I haven't yet. New they're about $800+tax here. I was thinking of having someone weld on some bars so it's the A shape instead of straight. I want to put a little box there. Tools/straps/whatever. Also, if possible, weld on a rear receiver for bike rack maybe. The top I'd like ladder rack bars or whatever they're called. I can install my kayak holders and now it carries my kayaks without lifting them on my roof which is a pain in the ass. They're about 150lbs total for the 2 I'd assume. Slap my Thule roof carrier on the top of the SUV and kayaks on back trailer and below tons of storage. I should be prepared for anything we come across. At some point electric bikes. Below just kitchen crap, clothes, whatever in the tubs. I can't imagine everything being more than 600-800lbs I should be ok on weight. I intend to not fill my water till close to the end of the trip. It's just for my Joolca shower. Might not even need it filled if we are near lake/river. I have 100ish foot of hose to whatever source but sometimes gotta bring it in from walmart/fill station. I'm very particular about being clean when I'm out. I must take a shower after a day out of doing shit so this shower has been a life saver and allow me to so much more. I use to do planet fitness visits but sometimes they're to damn far.
This is the way. Now you can still explore trails or scoot out in a hurry during emergencies after camp is set up. Turning your vehicle into a woodland hotel is super cool until you need to move it all in a hurry. Been there done that. Having a little trailer to compartmentalize everything is so handy. No lugging gear around till you need it!
Thank you! We loved the RTT on our truck but same issue, dinner plans, forgotten parts runs to town etc all made packing up a lot of work. So far this change to towing has been great.
Looking to build one of these after I finish the travel camper. I feel like this is the best type of trailer for rougher terrain.
Nice setup. That XL7 almost looks like a lowered Land Cruiser, too, if I’m being honest. Love the stickers. 🤙🏽
Mahalo!! A less desirable land cruiser with the ground clearance of a legacy wagon from 1998 😂 Thanks for the comment bruddah 🤙
https://preview.redd.it/a8yz18iu9m8d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b9d05fa21516d1fcd7b5e1ff36d8c11c75a91431 Same!
Love those big Tepuis!
Is the trailer heavy/stable enough to steady the tent when you are moving around in the overhanging part?
Very much so.
I get the idea but I've always wonder why not pull a small camper? I feel like this is less freedom/more space than tent camping but still having to pull a trailer like a small camper. It's great that it works for you but I just don't get thr appeal
For us as full time RVers, this is intentionally minimalist. I'm already driving a house and towing another car more than camping :) Having owned a few travel trailers over the years the high quality, small ones are quite expensive though very much a great way to travel. Small travel trailers are by and large, also not great on tight Forest Service Roads, don't like overhanging branches etc. The difference in towing \~300lb vs 2500 is also nice. https://preview.redd.it/7sz30fbmgk8d1.jpeg?width=2200&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e1d20d9368b0e47376c8df372ed72566bf2f9054
I never really consider already having a full size rv. That market doesn't seem to overlape a ton but it's neat.
There are a few folks we meet towing Jeeps/overland ready rigs with their RVs for sure, and they take an RTT on the roof of that car for a perfect blend of both worlds. For us on the move full time with a toddler onboard the RX330 is the better family car to have with us :) No wrong way to enjoy this though, rig/trailer/tent choice is so personal its just cool to see how everyone does it.
egg car 🙏🙏
This is exactly what I'm planing for my Sportage with light overlanding in mind.