steventexas
Observer
I'm going to re mount and modify tent/rack relationship to be lower and more tucked in. I moved this RTT back and forth to test wind deflection and found the biggest drag is created when i leave a gap between the front deflector and leading edge of the RTT. Once I closed that gap the soft top barely makes a sound and I have ran at hwy speeds against west Texas 30mph gusts. I heard a guy say he turned his around to more resemble an aircraft wing and create lift. Hmmmm. i think I'll try that too.
When complete, the rack that mounts the tent will be removable by two people so it can be left with fridge and kitchen at a base camp so the LJ can go do the deed.
What I find though is I keep moving rather than setting up a big camp. The quick pop up with bed clothes already there and a fridge that I can access from he back door is handy.
There is specific storage under the tent, built into the rack, Ie: ladder hanger and a flat wide "pouch" that will handle lite, hard to wad up bulky things like soft top accessories
Clearly this reply belongs in a different forum so I may look for that but when I do the rack mods next week on my expedition Jeep I will post the update.
I believe fewer appendages and wheels are better but there is also limits on stacking your rig.
I have to remind myself that less is better and the reason we seek the road less traveled is freedom from hassle.
I hope the experiments on this are helpful to others. I'm glad to share.
When complete, the rack that mounts the tent will be removable by two people so it can be left with fridge and kitchen at a base camp so the LJ can go do the deed.
What I find though is I keep moving rather than setting up a big camp. The quick pop up with bed clothes already there and a fridge that I can access from he back door is handy.
There is specific storage under the tent, built into the rack, Ie: ladder hanger and a flat wide "pouch" that will handle lite, hard to wad up bulky things like soft top accessories
Clearly this reply belongs in a different forum so I may look for that but when I do the rack mods next week on my expedition Jeep I will post the update.
I believe fewer appendages and wheels are better but there is also limits on stacking your rig.
I have to remind myself that less is better and the reason we seek the road less traveled is freedom from hassle.
I hope the experiments on this are helpful to others. I'm glad to share.
