OPENING TO THE SIDES
OPENING TO THE
FRONT OR REAR
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MAKE A CHOICE
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HOW WILL YOU BE MOUNTING YOUR ROOF TOP TENT?
If you have a basket-type roof rack with raised edges that are 2 inches or more from the top of the rack
slats, it is unlikely that you will be able to use the rack to mount your tent without some major
modifications.
If you're using a Front Runner rack, be sure you have the appropriate Front Runner tent mount kit
(TBMK001 - Low mount kit, TBMK004 - High mount kit or TBMK008 - Quick release mount kit).
The Roof Top Tent is supplied with brackets and hardware to allow mounting directly to Front Runner
and other manufacturer’s load bars.
WHICH WAY DO YOU WANT YOUR TENT TO OPEN? CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:
How will you be accessing the interior of the vehicle when camping?
Will you be using any optional Annexes?
On some vehicles it’s not possible to open the tent over the rear, as some tail gates and windows open
higher than the rear roof line which may interfere with the tent.
If the tent opens over the rear, it can provide a small amount of shelter from the sun and rain. This is
particularly useful if the tailgate is used as a kitchen, or as a changing room with the optional annexes.
If you choose to install the tent over the rear of the vehicle, there is an extra step in the installation
procedure. You will need to shorten the aluminum base mounting channels.
If opened over the side, the tent and optional annex (TENT032) can be positioned to shelter one of the
side doors. This can be useful when accessing luggage for changing, or supplies for food prep. The tent
can open either over the driver or passenger side doors.
If you’d like to position the tent on the rack towards the front of the vehicle, leaving more space on the
rear of the rack for gear, the tent would need to open over the sides. While it is possible to have the tent
open over the hood of the vehicle, the ladder would need to be modified to attach to a bull bar.
