Bundutec, Bundutop roof top tent hard shell

[Baytown]

While sitting here with both my knees healing after their total knee replacements, I got bored and started researching roof top tents.
I decided on purchasing the Bundutec, Bundutop electric hard top roof top tent. For those trips where the caravan is too big. I'm over tents and swags.
$4000 delivered, and yes, its expensive, but I will use it a fair bit, it is set up in 15 seconds and packed away around the same time.
No poles, all bedding is already in place, and it's fairly light compared to others at 60kg.
I'll take delivery around mid Jan 17, then it will have to take a number along side all the other items I have purchased to fit or mod my 110.
Photos on my truck to follow.
Best wishes all.
Ken
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[Baytown]

I forgot to say that it can take up to 20kg on its insulated ceiling, so you can easily mount a permanent solar panel for the aux battery, which I think I will do.
It has led lighting and a fan to circulate the air hence minimal condensation.
A big plus was the self deploying and folding awning that runs all the way around, so windows can stay open in moderate showers.
Great!

[Baytown]

Just out of interest, I'm sure there's a few owners of these tents here with 110s.
Have you noticed much impact on fuel efficiency due to the blunt leading edge?
Would it be worth wile fitting a fairing infront of the tent face on the roof rack?
Thanks for any advice.
Ken

[Baytown]

Just a wee bit excited, my Bundutec is on its way to me and I hopefully get it by the end of the week.
Pictures to follow.
It's going to be a big couple of weeks re my Defender mods. Need to fit and wire up the tent, and fit my Rough Parts Gull Wing storage, doors, Max Trax carriers and tables.
Hope the weather cools down, it's killing me working on the truck in this.
More to follow with pictures.
Ken

[Witchdoctor]

Baytown should have looked at these

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQNkVqaUULU

Agent in Brisbane.

Getting one from Leeroy at GlobalSat mid year.

You will love the ease of the RTT

[Baytown]

Hi Witch.
That's a nice bit of gear, but I think I would have still gone with the Bundutec. No setting up at all, no hoiking the roof up, and lots more foot space with awning on each side. Horses for courses though.
Enjoy your new tent mate, sounds like you'll be one of the first in Oz.
Ken

[rar110]

I would never buy a rooftop tent that didn't fully cover the ladder. My 1st RTT was by a RSA mob, and the company was terrible to deal with. WA agents were good though. It had a half cover of sorts over the ladder that converted a light shower into tap directly over the ladder, by collecting the water into a steady steam dropping on the ladder. No joke, standing out in the shower you got damp, going up the ladder you got soaked.

[Witchdoctor]

rar110,

Very good points, got me thinking about our previous Hannibal RTT's we upgraded to the Jumbo for that very reason.

Need to ask a few questions of Alu-Cab.

Thanks for jogging the grey matter

[cripesamighty]

RAR110, interesting you should say that about having some sort of cover over the ladder. After originally wanting a hard shell RTT, I couldn't find one in my price range, but managed to find a fold out Howling Moon instead at a price too good to refuse.

As it turns out, having the ladder covered has come in handy many times over the last couple of years (tropical rainstorm-wise). Although I would love a hard shell tent for speed and ease of opening, I would probably miss not getting wet entering the RTT in the rain - unless I could find a way around this.

Also, good luck with new tent Ken. Can't wait to hear all about it.

[ThorneGator]

Just out of interest, I'm sure there's a few owners of these tents here with 110s.
Have you noticed much impact on fuel efficiency due to the blunt leading edge?
Would it be worth wile fitting a fairing infront of the tent face on the roof rack?
Thanks for any advice.
Ken

I fit my RTT (Howling Moon 1.8) recently and have seen a drop in fuel efficiency by about 0.5-1.0 l/100k. I have a TD5.

[Walshy25]

Baytown should have looked at these

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQNkVqaUULU

Agent in Brisbane.

Getting one from Leeroy at GlobalSat mid year.

You will love the ease of the RTT

Hi Witchdoctor - this looks to be a great bit of kit. How much did it set you back?

[Witchdoctor]

Just an update on the Alu-Cab RTT.

Spoke to Leeroy from GlobalSat regarding the main awning being short & allowing water to run onto the person climbing the ladder.
As the QLD agent they understand this as a design issue and are happy to rectify the problem.

I feel much better after speaking to Leeroy.

Walshy25,
The basic hard tent starts at $3900 & goes up from there depending on extras.
They do super slimline solar panels for the roof, load bars, side tie downs, reading lights & storage pocket.
They do an awesome fold out shower tents in a pouch.
They are also agents for Frontrunner gear

GlobalSat are great people to deal with.

My purchase consists of their Expedition RTT, Shadow 270 deg pole free awning, Frontrunner slimline camp table that mounts under the RTT & shower tent.


Cheers
Dave

[weeds]

Interesting......'Queensland agent.....Happy to rectify a problem'

[Witchdoctor]

Weeds
Please explain?

Money will be involved to fix the issue. I'm not that naive

[weeds]

Weeds
Please explain?

Money will be involved to fix the issue. I'm not that naive



Sent PM, nothing to do with RTT......

[Baytown]

My Bundutop arrived today.
It's huge, and plenty of room for two inside.
As it's all electric, believe it or not, I had to 'jump start' my tent! True. That's why the van is so close.
Some brain surgeon has put a hole in the Alloy floor, probably with a fork lift. I've knocked it back into shape, will pop rivet a patch on both sides and lots of silicone, it'll be good as new. It's too much mucking around to get back to the company.
Either way, Ian at Bundutec Australia was very good to deal with. I highly recommend this product to anyone who wants a 20 second up and down, no set up or pack up roof top tent.
Photos of the install once I can get a mate to help me get it on to my Rhino rack.
Best wishes all.
Ken
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[El Rey]

Can I ask are rooftop tents hot if there's no breeze, or is it possible to connect your aircon via a tube... or is that just soft.

[weeds]

Can I ask are rooftop tents hot if there's no breeze, or is it possible to connect your aircon via a tube... or is that just soft.





Would you seriously run you car to have air con while you sleep.

No breeze....and it hot, than the roof top will be hot, just like a house.

[Baytown]

Yep, soft Ray!
As the tent comes with both LED lighting and power points, I could fit a Sirocco type fan should I wish, but the beauty of a RTT is that you can get what ever breeze is available, as opposed to being on the ground. The roof is insulated as well.
I don't think it'll be too big an issue for me.
Best wishes mate.
Ken

[Baytown]

WooHoo!
My mate Charlie (A big man) from the next property came over just now and we managed to get the Bundutop on the roof.
I'll work out what position is best, re all forward or to the rear, and bolt it down this morning.
Very happy!
Ken
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[weeds]

Looks good Ken....I assume your access will be drivers side??

How big is the ladder when stored.

[Baytown]

Hi Weeds.
Thanks mate.
Yes, as I have a 270 deg awning, access from the drivers side or rear if I needed.
The supplied ladder is 1300mm folded and pretty light. I may use my telescoping ladder though which collapses smaller and is lighter still.
Ill see which is more suitable.
Best wishes Weeds.
Ken

[Baytown]

Bolted down, powered up.
Perfect!
I moved it to the rear so as to maximise storage space up front for any heavy items should I need a 2nd spare wheel etc.
With the 270 deg awning, it would be a bit of mucking around to get to rear items so I'll trial in this configuration.
Ill purchase a 60kg Harken hoist to be able to remove and replace the RTT myself when not planning on using it for a while. I can store it on the ceiling of my garage. I've one of these for my kayak as well and they're great.
Another job crossed off my list!
Ken
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[cripesamighty]

Good plan. I fitted mine to the rear of my roof rack too. The second spare goes in front as well as the recovery tracks when needed.

[Lee Jackson]

Hi Baytown,

its been a few months have you used it yet. Do you have any photos from inside the tent. What has your experience been. I am considering one which is why I ask. Its either a camper trailer or RTT. Both have pros/cons. Main one however for camper trailer is the storage when not in use. the RTT can be hoisted to roof of garage when not in use.

Also did you consider James Baroud RTT.

[Baytown]

Hi Lee.
Yep, used it extensively in Cape York and other locations.
I love it.
So easy to set up and pack away, access is fine, it's very weather proof , brilliant in high winds and fantastic ventilation. It comes with the best mattress of the lot.
I've no photos from inside as such.
Yes I did consider the other top end makes, but this won hands down for my wants and needs.
Highly recommended.

Ken