alternative to store bought rtt

[Jeep or Tacoma]

has anyone built their own RTT It seems like it wouldn't be that hard maybe a good hd rack some hinges and a tent. Ilove the idea of the RTT but he cost is crazy and while I would love an ursa minot again the cost is crazy . Is thi something you could do you self anyone done it no I do want to haul a trailer

 

[erk469]

I have been thinking about doing the samething, I already have a tent. I pretty much have an idea but I'm going to do some more research on it before I start on it.

 

[fast_suv]

I thought the same thing and started reading into it... There are a few DIYs out there... Seems like most of the DIY setups end up costing a few hundred bucks and are nowhere as nice or functional. I decided if I'm going to drop 300 or more on a DIY one I'd rather find a used or off brand for 600-1000... Do some googling on RTTs DIY and you should find a few... Good luck and make sure to link a build thread

 

[cruiseroutfit]

There are a handful of DIY investigation and build thread here on ExPo. Can it be done, surely. Can it be done cheaper than pre-manufactured model if your time is worth more than $5/hour, probably not

 

[erk469]

My biggest reasoning for not doing an RTT or a DIY RTT is because there is six of us my wife, me my 12 yr old son and 7 yr old triplets. I think I will take the time and set up a tent on the ground than a rough top.