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There is not really "stretch" in the material but it's got a bit of room so it's not a super tight fit on the Tepui tents. But a 4" difference is kind of a lot. I can't promise it would fit. If you can find someone near you that has one that you could test fit, I'd try to do that before...

These are pretty cool and I like the idea. The downside is needing to unpack whatever you are carrying in the truck bed in order to set up the bed. If you can fit it all in the DECKED system, then it might not be much to worry about.

Not considering a Tepui? The Autana XL (if you want an annex) and the Kukenam XL are 4-person tents that will be a big jump in quality from what you're used to, and IMO better than the other options you're considering, especially if you get a Ruggedized one. The other nice thing about the...

Let me know if you pull the trigger on a Tepui weather hood. I can get 10% off for forum members.

It looks like your tent may be similar dimensions to one of the Tepui tents. I suggest looking at a Tepui Weatherhood. They will slip over the tent quickly and are completely waterproof. They are excellent for rainy weather because you can keep the tent canvas dry and avoid putting it away damp...

There are lots of good suspension options out there. Let me know if I can help if you get looking at the Slinky kits when you're ready.

Love seeing the progress Doug! The work is very thorough and well thought out. Impressed with the attention to detail and the workmanship so far. Personally I think the choice of the 80 series chassis is an excellent one. The comfort level alone from the coil spring suspension is reason...

I understand the questions and I don't have a problem with them being asked. I'm not "defending" Tepui but rather, trying to either answer questions, or provide any other information that I might have in the product. Keep the questions coming if you still have them. I'm hopeful that I'll have...

Subtracting a couple inches for the walls? That's one thick shell. Not going to lose as much room as you describe. With any dual purpose item, you get something that serves multiple uses in an acceptable way but inevitably has compromises because inherently it can't fully support either...

Well, it's gotta come out unless you want to sleep with it. :) In a lot of cases the things you would pack inside would be items that need to come out at night anyway such as duffles with clothes etc.

Multi-purpose Hardshell roof tent and cargo box. Pre-orders are open now! https://tepui.com/pages/hybox-pre-order

I had both arrangements on my Tacoma. I liked the lower mounting, but when I moved my fridge to the truck bed I needed to move the tent higher so the fridge would fit. It still kept it just about level with the cab and the extra space underneath was beneficial. I think the most important...

Thank you. As duvinclunk mentioned, I built the bumper myself so no issues with fitment. ;) Not planning to build anymore.

I did say, “something to DEFINITELY consider and the the negative effects on vehicle dynamics”. If anyone reads my earlier post and sees it as a green light to throw caution to the wind as well as common sense, then maybe they deserve whatever damage they encounter on the trail. You know...

While a roof top tent is definitely something to consider in difficult terrain and it's effect on vehicle dynamics, it may not have as much of a negative effect as you might think. The way you drive and the lines you choose will have more of an effect than the tent itself. In this video you...

I believe you may still get condensation under the mattress. So do I in my Tepui. But the mat keeps it out of the mattress. That's what it's designed to do.

Just curious. Do you have an anti-condensation mat? Interesting that in the top of the tent where there is the most airflow (as you described it) is where I see the most condensation.

Patience. More info will come. Early 2019 is the latest word I have as well.

Who said it was something new? Just how the mats work. Pretty sure I never questioned your "space blanket" idea. If you want to try it, report back on how it works.

You are partially correct that the mats will give some insulation because of the air within the mat can get heated by the bodies inside the tent (similar to water in a wetsuit), but again, airflow (or air in the mat) is key to a proper mat. Air can still get under the mattress with a Tepui mat...