Roof top campers

Whatever you get make sure that you have two things, a good mattress and dry out of the weather access.
We looked at most brands before purchase and opening the door and climbing up and down in the rain has got knobs on it plus there is nowhere dry to get changed or keep gear like chairs under shelter.
We have a Shippshape which has an innerspring mattress and also dry weather access as well as shelter.
The other thing to consider is what happens to the tonneau cover when it is open, some get thrown upside down over the bonnet, some are down the side. On the Shippshape it becomes either a awning or a wall with the inside kept dry, the design also allows erection or packups in the rain without getting bedding wet.

Have at look at these

http://www.frontrunner.co.za/fr_products/rooftop.html

cheers

Phil

Depends on your camping style. If you are going to be on the road by day and camping only at night,then you need something light and quick to pack up.
If you intend to stay in one spot for a few days ,you may want something with a side annex that sits on The ground.

Hannibal make some nice products that would suit various requirements.

The downside to all RTT, is they have to be packed up if you want to go somewhere.

Hi Jock

The early Prado's are one of the less stable 4wd's so my advice would be to not put any weight on the roof at all.

thanks for all the advice...:)

Jock,
Your Prado has a 75kg limit for everything on the roof. Just worth keeping that in mind. It will hold your weight fine when stationary, but I think the limit is there for stability issues when mobile.

Jock,
I have a Hannibal with a Jumbo Fly and skirts (Made in South Africa) which folds out over the back of the Patrol providing both dry access to the rear of the Patrol and roof top tent.

I have used it extensively in the bush and recommend it for both ease of set up / pack up and comfort. A great benefit is that you can leave all your bedding on the roof.

Cheers

Steve

Have a look at this site


www.outbackcampers.net
hope this helps.

Cheers
Bogart