A Maggiolina RTT on an FJ40

[CLK Foxhall]

Hi Everyone!

I'm considering getting a small Air Top Maggiolina, as a RTT , on an FJ40.

I've read that Jonathan Hanson, from the Over Land Journal, is using a Maggiolina on his FJ40. However, I haven't been able to find his review of this setup.

I've spoken with Mike S, from AutoHome - And he's been extremely helpful.

Does anyone here use a Maggiolina RTT on their FJ40? I'd appreciate hearing any direct experience, or opinions &/or feedback re: such a setup.

TIA!


Cheers!
~CLK

 

[Hltoppr]

I used my Mag on my BJ70...which wasn't too much bigger than the 40. No problems whatsoever....

Any other specific questions?

-H-

 

[CLK Foxhall]

I used my Mag on my BJ70...which wasn't too much bigger than the 40. No problems whatsoever....

Any other specific questions?

-H-

Thanks H!

What roof rack do you use? I'd like to get something lite & low profile.

My rooftop dimensions are appx 69" front to back,... & 57" side to side. The Magg I'm looking at (small AirTop) measures 83" in length, so there will be some overhang. Also, my rear door is a lift up hatch. Do you have any overhang problems?

Also, would love to see some pics,.. if not a hassle.

Thanks again for the reply - I'm a newbie & appreciate the info!


Cheers!
~CLK

 

[Hltoppr]

A pic is worth 1000 words....

I've used Yakima A-Towers and others, usually put three bars underneath with no problemo. I'm sure you could locate the tent so that the rear hatch would open....

-H-

 

[CLK Foxhall]

Thanks H - Great looking rig!


Cheers!
~CLK

 

[Bullsnake]

I am really curious about this as well. When finalizing my build sheet with Proffitt's I was thinking about doing a roof-rack on the truck, but John advised against it as he said he ran one for awhile and it ended up cracking his rain-gutters where it attached to the roof and causing leaks. I have better vehicles in the fleet for RTT's, but I am curious as to what loads and issues people have come up with running equipment or tents up top.

Thanks!

 

[Hltoppr]

I've run Yakima A towers, or other gutter mounts, on my 40s, 45 Troopy, 60 and 80 series rigs without issues. Max roof load, distributed over 6 mounts, was about 400-425 lbs., which included a RTT (Hannibal), awning, 2 kayaks (140lbs.) and 10 gallons of fuel. Not ideal, but didn't affect the rails. (Now, handling is a different story.)

-H-

With a confer rack.