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  1. 27th September 2007, 02:43 PM #11
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    Hey Andy,

    We have a Hannible supported on a full length rack and the tent is also supported by webbing which runs through the canvas as well as the canvas takes some of the load as well as the ladder.

    I did set it up on a concrete floor one day and the ladder slipped out from under it and the tent only dropped about 4" and was holding my 110kg's no problem.

    The only complaint I have with it is that if there is a heavy dew or in the morning, you really have to wait until the sun dries it out before packing it up and if it rains or else it stinks a bit when you reopen it and that then cut's into driving time but it only takes me about 2 to 3 mins to fully set up or put down but if it's raining I have done it in about 45secs to the point where you can get in and sleep.

    I would like to get the standard fly though oneday as the delux (extended version) can be a bit fiddly in the dark and I only use the awning for the kids who rarely come with us anyway.

    It is one of the best bits of kit we have bought and really comfy.

    Love it.
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  2. 27th September 2007, 02:51 PM #12
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    Here's ours, it's an Aussie Traveller.

    The complete base sits on the roof rack so our weight limits are based on our canopy not the truck.

    It takes 5 minutes to put up, is comfortable and there is plenty of room.
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  3. 27th September 2007, 03:34 PM #13
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    I do really like that setup Nat, If they made a 130 disco Id buy one.

    As Ive said before, I just cant get comfy in a fender.
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  4. 27th September 2007, 08:28 PM #14
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    Surprised someone hasn't already so....

    "Was looking at rooftop tents in the book, how safe are they?"

    Much safer than sleeping on the ground in the tropics! (And of course much less likely for snakes to make a home in too... LOL

    We have thought about these a couple of times as my pet hate is air beds. I hate the heat and they make me sweat, even in winter. Ideally I would like a camper trailer.... one day! What are others using??

    How do you guys find them in terms of finding somewhere relatively flat to park? (Obviously same issue with tents etc, but do you find it difficult in the bush to be able to park somewhere flat ish?
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  5. 28th September 2007, 07:38 AM #15
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    Hi there Cookiesa,

    Finding level ground isn't normally an issue, with the 130 and our setup it is probably more about finding a large enough clearing

    If we are slightly unlevel we just always make sure that our heads are at the high end of the bed.

    We took out the foam matress that was in ours and we replaced it with a foam/self inflating double matress and it is really comfortable.

    We got ours (hopefully) as a stepping stone to a camper trailer...well I hope I can get the camper trailer one day think the other half likes the roof tent too much!

    Cheers Nat
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  6. 28th September 2007, 07:54 AM #16
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    We like our ShippShape tent. Not exactly lightweight, but comfortable and solid.

    http://www.shippshape.com.au/home.htm

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  7. 28th September 2007, 10:06 AM #17
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    We've got an Eezi Awn mounted up on and old military trailer... It's great but I need be sure to put the rear jack under the trailer's rear crossmember! (It was only funny 'cause I wasn't in it!) We'll put one on the roof our 110 as well, easier to sleep four what with the boy almost as big as I am now!!
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  8. 28th September 2007, 10:56 AM #18
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    I have a Dingo Doza, One of the first aussie made roof top tents made. My wife and I loved it. Had it mounted over the tray of a navara which worked great, as it also kept the weight down lower and I was hidden behind the cab hence protected. Only real problem is if you go camping and want to do day trips 4wd the tent has to be packed up, but is only a 5-10min job.
    We have moved up to a Jayco camper, and the tent is in the shed, but am thinking of remounting it to the Disco for when just myself or the when the rug rat comes with me instead of bringing the camper along.
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  9. 28th September 2007, 03:04 PM #19
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    I have a ship shape, brought it a few months ago for 100 bucks, tis the best thing i ever brought. it is built well and robust but i am moving it to the back of the canopy on the fender as i don't like that much weight on the roof.
    Cheers from the Desert
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    Oil in the Harness, suspension knock, transmission clunk, engine oil leaks, exhaust manifold leaks, centrifugal oil filter stripped bolts, a/c leaks, door leaks, wouldn't trade it for the world
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  10. 28th September 2007, 03:28 PM #20
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    TREX that was one lucky buy for $100!
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