RTT QUICK REMOVAL

[cuz_im_CR]

so ive got a 96 bronco that id like to put a RTT on. issue is it wont fit in my garage with the RTT installed. does anyone make a quick release rail system that would work with an RTT? the mounting on the bronco would need to be pretty low with the RTT removed. i only have about 2" of clearance now.

here is what i want to put one on.

thanks,
chris

 

[NatersXJ6]

I don't know what you consider quick.

I used U-joint bolts to mount my tents on my tubular rack rails. The nuts are up, bolt ends go through unistrut, and I can get both tents loose and off the Jeep in about 30 minutes in the driveway. More like 15 if I grab the air ratchet...

Putting them up is slower because you have to line them up and I don't like air wrenching to tighten. I'm guessing over tight could distort the rack or maybe break a bolt.

I would be nervous that any sort of quick release would risk disengaging on the highway or rattle in the wind.

 

[PNW/TRD Steve]

The quickest imo would be the Thule 430 Tracker II either with static base mounts or with tracks installed. Key locks in place and removes with the press of a button.
Should be strong enough for the tent and occupant. If you plan on a large family model and a few bodies, I would be concerned about the load on the top itself.

 

[cuz_im_CR]

The quickest imo would be the Thule 430 Tracker II either with static base mounts or with tracks installed. Key locks in place and removes with the press of a button.
Should be strong enough for the tent and occupant. If you plan on a large family model and a few bodies, I would be concerned about the load on the top itself.

i looked at the thule and yakima products but both say max load capacity is 165lbs. i plan on just sleeping my wife, son and i. total weight wouldnt exceed 500 lbs. as far as the fiberglass top goes i have a roll cage in the bronco that i could tie into whatever mounts i can use.

 

[wreckdiver1321]

Yakima Control Towers and Landing Pads. I used them to hold up a CVT RTT with two people and two dogs for a long time. Zero issues once I went to three bars. Comes off really quick too.

 

[JDaPP]

Usually weight ratings on racks are dynamic load, i.e. 165lbs going 70mph down the road. The static number is usually much higher (around 2-3x, from what I have seen). I would contact the manufacturer and ask about the static vs dynamic load.