I've just received my Prinsu rack and will be installing it soon on my LX570. I've ordered a CVT Shasta Hybrid. The rack is approximately 92" long and the tent is approximately 60" wide. One of the reasons I went with a "fold out" versus a "wedge" style RTT was that I wanted to preserve a little cargo space on the rack. With that said, what is the prevailing opinion on whether to shift the RTT towards the back of the rack or the front to place the extra gear, either in front or back of the RTT, respectively? Also, what are good reasons for having it fold out over the driver's side versus the passenger side? Thoughts on air flow/resistance?
Here's what I've come up with so far.
Pros for front loading:
Here's what I've come up with so far.
Pros for front loading:
- Can stand on the tire or hitch to get gear easier. I do have rock sliders installed and I'm tall so getting gear off the front will not be a HUGE issue, it just might be easier to stand on the tire to do it.
- Sunroof is kinda sorta available if there is no gear above it.
- The extended fly might not be in the way of the front door.