IS THE RSI SMARTCAP WORTH THE MONEY??

[@on-sitewelding6136]

You have done exactly what I want to do to mine. As far as the smart top and decked box. Looks great , Thank you for a great review, cheers sir

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Nice! I’m loving it so far! Heading to Colorado with the wifey tmrw. Should be good! Let me know how I can help!

[@jamesz8496]

Jus your my cap on the one with the metal side doors… love it looks awesome

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Yeah I love it! Thanks for watching!

[@skiboot1]

This canopy, rack system and roof top tent cost more than what I paid for my 2nd gen Tacoma

[@ryanroepe6066]

Thanks for the video! I was back and forth on picking one up for mine later today but now I'm sold.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Sweet! You won’t be disappointed. 🤙🏼

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thanks for watching!

[@smartcapcapetown698]

Great video for the best canopy on the market!

[@Mapdotnowhere]

That’s a clean setup! The decked system is sick too

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

We love getting out and exploring. Just spent the day cruising some trails near Silverwood Lake here in SoCal. Thanks for watching!

[@JokersSti]

Instagram follower here! Still living your setup! Great video by the way. Will be sending you a Screenshot of the Tacoma Group I am in, via your Instagram. Loving the group so far

[@dyates6380]

I'm so tempted but damn, they're aren't cheap. Yours looks fantastic.

[@ronnierebhan229]

Exactly, i don't have $4k lying around

[@Buck0seven]

I have the same cap on my Tacoma TRD Off-Road long bed! I am on the East Coast and we have had a lot of rain. The small windows have been leaking, but RSI has great support and they are shipping me new window seals. Just a heads up if you start seeing water near the little windows in the side doors. Otherwise I love the SmartCap. I will probably order the RSI cross bars to save any fitment grief like you experienced. Beautiful rig and great video!✌️

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Sorry that’s happening with your top. Dan is great at RSI. Very helpful. Do you have Instagram?

[@Buck0seven]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 agree! Dan is great. I’ve been working with Dan and Rick from RSI. I follow your Instagram account and sent you a DM.

[@OldAndGettingOlder]

I agree the six manual locks is a downer. This topper appears to be very solid. I'm a little lazy though. I want my key FOB to lock and unlock all the locks. I'm okay with the six latches.

[@AldapesExpress]

Lots of great info!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thanks for watching!

[@nicholask7347]

Talking with RSI they're going to be coming out with screens that go into the sliding windows. Also they were having some issues with the locks freezing up and are looking at sending out replacement in the near future for those that are having issues with it. I love my smart cap

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Awesome! Thanks for letting me know! I love my cap too! I don't use the sliding windows at this point but it's nice to have that feature for sure. My locks haven't frozen up since we live in Southern California. haha. Thanks for watching!

[@albertgallardo8441]

I do didn't see any "smart" features.... 😕

[@mckinziefishingandhunting140]

Have been looking at these Caps latley for my 2006 Tacoma. Interested in one for camping and hunting. Thanks for posting!.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Nice! I love mine! Thanks for watching!

[@fathertime209]

Love your set up! Thanks for the quality content in this video. I’ve got a CVT mount hood tent myself... next year I’m probably going to purchase an F2 50 and looking at different truck caps. The RSi SmartCap definitely caught my eye... Great idea with the gorilla tape also!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Nice! Thanks!

[@hoosierangler210]

Absolute unit of a truck. Love it!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thank you! It’s been a fun build

[@mestallbaumer]

It would be nice if they could come up with a way to integrate the locking mechanism in with the auto door locks so you could lock and unlock all of them with the same remote that you do on your vehicle.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I would love that!

[@Lewdacris916]

yeah power locks on this thing would be sweet with a key fob

[@skye1355]

especially for that kind of money

[@jimmykabisch3258]

Thank you for this review, can you tell me what tent you used for this system. Also are those racks specific for the RSI topper?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I have the CVT Mt Hood. I have the Front Runner Load Bars

[@mq4626]

im literally looking to get the same set up, but i cant find a price. can you give a around about mark that you spent on the decking system, which brand new i found for 1500 but used could be around a grand.. but the smartcap. i cant find a price on.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I think I paid $1150.00 for Decked system

[@yudanov13]

that's my perfect set up right here!!!

[@mikedeckrow6156]

Great vid! What that distance between the deck system and the top of the inside of the cap? Looks like you had a cooler in there I’m guessing one could find a large dog create?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thanks I think it's about 22 inches. Not sure how tall a dog crate is but it may be close

[@russellwood8750]

Instead of tape play got a tailgate gasket you can get that and it will seal your tailgate to help keep dust out. It might be good to put a rubber gasket under your tent where it sticks over the roof so when you do open your Goalwin doors it will touch against the rubber instead a hard surface against higher service it might protect against scratches just an idea. Just so people know as far as I am aware it is the only camp for your truck that’s weatherproof everything else says weather resistant not waterproof which living in the Rocky Mountains in northern Canada that’s a good thing.

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

I'm getting the exact setup for my truck - decked + smartcap.

[@creefolsom8472]

Did you have to install something to hold the table up top? That’s really cool

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@creefolsom8472 It comes with all the brackets hardware etc

[@adrianaguilar6052]

Does this RSI have access to be open from the inside of the cab if your sleeping in it?

[@daviddietsch]

If you live in a rainy area would you get the adventure or stick with the spott?

[@Worldwidetravel553]

Beautiful truck bro. I ended up getting an RSI camper as well for my tundra. What load bars are you using? I’m checking with the RSI website and their load bars aren’t on sale until 10/2021

[@realmadrid091884]

I am a plumber and i do a lot of side jobs i have a 2012 honda pilot and that truck is the way i want to make my next pick up truck

[@bigdave4863]

Excellent review!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thank you!

[@eastvancoolie3225]

great review! but i have question ..... u think theres any kits to install to get the back hatch to automatically unlock with the tailgate ? like some sort of "pop and lock" system for the RSI cap and tailgate

[@Buck0seven]

I wish! I’m keeping an eye out for one if they do. Unlike other caps, each lock/latch is completely independent so automating that would be expensive and much more difficult than a single actuator and bar system on most of the fiberglass tops. If you want to open all of them, there are 6 to unlock.

[@simplefool99]

Great set up! Can you share how you mounted the awning to the smart cap?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thanks!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

The awning is mounted directly to the tent

[@Reduxalicious]

What's that cover you have on the inside of your tailgate? I just got this cap and am getting my Ram rebel ready for overlanding/camping

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Nice! Do you mean the Mountain Hatch tailgate cover? I love that thing! I was spilling beers on the stock Tacoma tailgate for a long time before buying it. Haha

[@LL-ur7wm]

Great setup! How does the cap do with rain? have you been in heavy rain situations? any leaks? I heard that with the conventional camper shells you get leaks.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I personally have never had any leaking but I live in So Cal where it never rains. Haha. Thanks for watching!

[@caleperu4999]

Wouldn't recommend for colder climates. My locks are always freezing closed (all 6) both the lock and hinge. No cover on the locks and water pools behind the hinge and freezes so even if you somehow manage to get the key in you still have to pry the hinge open with a screw driver. Was trying to get to my tool box in the back tonight and had to throw in the towel because I couldn't get any of the sides open and didn't want to spend a bunch of time heating the locks up. Had a Leer for 7 years and never had this issue.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Wow! That sucks. I'm in Southern California so I don't have that problem. Where do you live?

[@caleperu4999]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 I'm in Alaska

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@caleperu4999 There's another guy with a Smart Cap in Alaska with a F150. He says that its very warm. Didn't mention anything about the locks getting frozen to me. It's a bit of a pain to lock both sides and flip the lock mechanism but I like that the locks have that nice clicking sound. haha

[@currentlyhd7649]

Good to know

[@minium]

@@caleperu4999 any solution? About to order this and thats a huge negative. Any response from RSi?

[@zackaryhaight9902]

Did you upgrade your suspension for the weight of all that? If not how does it ride with stock suspension?

[@321southtube]

Is it readily available-No. Is service/warranty work readily available-No. Is it insulated-No. Is it lockable/unlockable from inside-No. Can it be ordered with matching paint-No. Can it be ordered with lighting/electrical inside-No. Are there electric locks available-No. Does it cost more while you're getting less-Yes. Is the "cool factor" the marketing strategy-Yes. ....It is worth it, well, if money is not the issue and you want your truck to "appear" cool....sure.

[@j.andrewwrinkle2172]

…but how do you really feel, lol!

[@GoBraves012]

What are some other good options rated for the weight of a Roof Top Tent?

[@michaeldomec5275]

Just curious do you know of a better camper shell system for trucks? Thanks

[@offthecouchproductions8999]

Dope! What would you say the weight difference is compared to a fiber glass top ?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

not sure....my cap weighs about 150lbs

[@geofflau3002]

Did you have to take apart the roof tracks to add the crossbars? If so how do you get access to adding additional hardware for other components ?

[@dalephillips8250]

Like this cap better than any I've seen but the price.....OUch!!!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Yeah but I couldn't justify spending over half of that for a fiberglass cap. I would've regretted it big time!

[@sheepdoggy123]

Great build! Looking at getting a similar set up with the decked and rsi cap. What bed stiffeners did you get to work with the decked drawers?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Nice! How you liking it? I got the Total Chaos Bed Stiffeners. I heard they were the best because they went the highest up the bed walls. I haven’t had any issues with flex yet. Thanks for watching!

[@Nate-zy5ce]

Which do you like better, the Diamondback bedcover or the RSI bedcap? I'm torn as to which to get when I get my new F150 in 2025? Considering the HD or the Evo Sport or Adventure.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Smart Cap no question. Best purchase i've made for my truck

[@rhonbriones2286]

I have a diamondback and thinking of replacing it to rsi smartcap. Do you think it is worth it to change the diamondback to rsi?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Absolutely! The increase in storage area makes it worth it!

[@cristhiamsantos]

Hey man great video, trying to do something similar to my rig. One question. How did you manage to seal the truck bed from water. The small spaces on the front of bed and back? I see you did the duck tape did you add anything else? Best

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I just added the Gorilla Tape to the space between the tailgate and the bed of the truck. Works great!

[@loganmorris134]

Great vid. How much vertical space is there between your decked box and smart cap? Wondering if it would fit a dog kennel. Thanks!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thanks! About 20-21 inches

[@peterfernandez3135]

Living in California in the 559, how does the smart cap perform under extreme conditions

[@pmww88]

By looking at it, I'm loving it already. I order a Smartcap Commercial version for my F-150 Crew Cab Short bed, 5.5'. I would like to ask a question that if the interior under roof table mounting bracket comes with the cap as standard or need to order as an accessory? Is the Stowaway table worth $395 for the purpose? I was wondering the tailgate will serve the purpose as the table? I will be the first time trying tailgate/folding table picnic. Thank you for any inputs and suggestions.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Bracket is included with the table. Highly recommend

[@AldapesExpress]

Sure wish the rails worked with other stuff. Wanted to mount. An awning on it

[@e4dorla]

I've got a DiamondBack SE for my 5' Tacoma bed and love it. On the RSI, can you open the tailgate while keeping the back glass closed like you can on the DB and keep the lid down and open the tailgate?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Yes you can! It's a tight seal but it's possible

[@jesseweyher2409]

Those two front runner bars have handled the weight of the tent and someone in it no problem? I see on the site that they’re only “rated” for 50 lbs per bar.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Yeah we've had about 250 lbs up there in human weight a bunch of times. Love them

[@pakfrd7887]

How's the heat with these? I just got a quote for a snugtop hi-liner and now I'm considering one of these but concerned about the black metal with all this heat in summers.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I think all toppers get hot in the summer. Not sure how it compares with other toppers. This is my first one. I just open the windows on both sides to get some air flowing inside as I'm driving. I wouldn't leave anything that could get ruined by heat in there.

[@tibet1976]

Nice video. Thanks for the walk around. Where I do think this cap is one of the best on the market, it’s far from being “worth the money.” If money is no object, by all means, grab one. I personally see no benefit to this product that justifies the price tag.

[@danc4454]

Can you open the truck bed and have the rest of the camper closed? I haul my kayak in the bed with a bed extender so not sure if this would affect it? Also, any added cabin noise since adding this?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Yes you can have the topper shit and keep the tailgate down. I haven’t noticed any cabin noise since I installed this at all. More issues with wind noise with the roof rack and RTT then anything.

[@jonathanbrown9716]

Nice! Great info! Are you still loving it? I’m in SoCal too, and I’m wondering about the black metal on hot, sunny days. Can you fry an egg on it? Has equipment inside gotten too hot? Thanks!

[@calsportsclub]

Its a total misnomer that black gets hotter. it doesn't. we put five shades of upholstery, in vehicles in the sun with five different color vehicles from whit through black. temp tested them all - no freaken difference. Car upholstery pros will tell you the same

[@jclaravall435]

Were you able to keep the OEM antenna fin or did you need to get a low profile one with the room top tent going over it?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Yeah I have stock antenna

[@CheatcodeGlitch]

Looks great!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thank you!

[@watshisname100]

I don't know if you already answered it but what is the exact roof rack that you added to hold your tent. It looks like the prinsu won't fit flush. That's a bummer.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I got a custom Front Runner rack so the tent will have some clearance above my Prinsu.

[@martee4]

Great video. If you could go back, would you have gotten the smartcap with aluminum side doors instead of windows? Currently on the fence between the two regarding visibility..but I guess it doesn't really matter when I'll be having gear stacked up in there as well.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I would actually choose the Sport because it looks better. :)

[@gbmelton]

What is the interior height between the top of the decked system and the roof of the cap? Trying to see if I could fit a dog kennel with both modifications. Thx!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

21-22 inches

[@kubacydzik]

the tent is fix only to the canopy rack or to canopy and cab?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Canopy Rack. The truck bed flexes independently from cab

[@haynfolife1]

Do you have a link to the load bars you used? And also what you used for the base plate to work with the rsi tracks? I have the cap coming but the load bars they sell are back ordered till next year.

[@trivialone11]

Could you tell us about the blackout shades you installed on the windows?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Just an amazon purchase

[@thepokerpilotapp]

Great vid! Does one key fit all locks? For me it would be a deal breaker if I had to carry 6 different keys.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

One key for all 6. They give you like 6 or 8 keys so it's hard to lose them. haha

[@jr4351]

Thanks for the vid - do you think you could camp inside the bed without the rooftop tent?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

it would be tight with the Decked system

[@RatelLaw]

Thank you for sharing

[@SHEEPLEHERDER2012]

Can the topper be opened from the inside if camping?

[@De_forresto]

How do you like the glass side doors? Debating wether or not just to get the stainless doors instead

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I thought I might like the solid doors but after seeing them I think mine look better. 😊

[@De_forresto]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 I can’t find a specific weight for the Evo sport option, I think it’s about 25lbs heavier than the solid doors, not that it matters much. Wondering when all said and done with a roof top tent helper springs would be necessary, I have a hitch hauler for my dirt bike when I go camping

[@KrazyKajun602]

no leaking? does it have a gasket in between truck bed rails?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

No leaking whatsoever but doesn't rain much in LA haha

[@oknofakty]

Hi, nice review. I am interested in purchasing EVO Sport for my Tundra. I have a question for you. Are the Gullwing Doors made of glass or is it plastic? Are they break resistant? Thanks for your reply!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I like the EVO Sport better than the Adventure as it has more of a clean look in my opinion. I was one of the first to get it in the US so they didn't have the Adventure when I ordered it. I think the glass is very strong. I imagine that it could be broken with the right tool but it would take a lot. I put some limo tint on it a couple of weeks ago and you cannot see inside at all. Are you concerned with someone breaking in?

[@oknofakty]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 I am not afraid of burglary, but I am afraid of accidental damage to the glasses in the windows (luggage, other camping accessories).

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@oknofakty They’re tough as nails.

[@studiosjjc]

Do you know how much your decked, smart cap, racks and tent weigh? Have you had any problems bottoming out? I have a stock 2021 tacoma and thinking of getting the exact setup and wanted to know for light off-roading if the additional weight would be a issue. Also, what mounting system did you use for the tent and the Smartcap?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Hey! I got my truck weighed and the rear end was 3300 lbs and the whole rig was 5600. I had med duty Dakar springs and they couldn’t handle the weight. I upgraded to Deaver Stage 3 and Archive Garage Hammer Hangers. Made a huge difference. Weight is still an issue but did some descent trails today without much problem. 🤙🏼

[@lance752]

Are those 1165 Front Runner rails you used?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I believe so. They are the Front Runner bars.

[@jdevera29]

Nice rig setup look awesome! What front runner load bar model did you use

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thanks man! I called them and they helped me pick out the right size. I think the load bars were around 47 inches wide and the feet adjusted from like 2-4 inches. Don't quote me! haha.

[@jdevera29]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 thanks, I’m getting my smart cap in a few days shopping for load bar and I like how the front runner low profile

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@jdevera29 Can you get the RSI ones? Not sure the cost difference.

[@HerbertSacLeon]

How much does it cost for a toyota Hilux 2022..? Thanks

[@jayrezvani3821]

Is there a way to open and lock/unlock the door/windows from inside? Considering getting one and would be using it to camp in a lot. Also, you said you're in SoCal; how hot does it get inside? Want to know if it's safe to have my dog in there when I'm driving around on a sunny day.

[@notoffroading]

They are coming out with latches for the inside not sure when they'll be available though

[@thepokerpilotapp]

Awesome vid! Great for those on the fence and deciding. Might there be a military discount?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Not sure about that. Send them an email on their website.

[@carolynfrazee763]

I looked at one yesterday and the sales guy was trying to talk me out of an RSI cap and into a Leer. He said the RSI cap gets really hot even on cool days because of the matte finish and would be too hot to use as a truck bed camper conversion. Have you had this problem? He said they ran temps and the bed can get 140+ on a 50 degree day in the sun...not sure he should be repping this product.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I do not think that’s true. I haven’t slept in the topper but according to that guy everything we bring camping and store in the back would melt. Haha

[@carolynfrazee763]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 That's what I thought also. I've reached out to RSI and am working with another dealer. Cheers!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@carolynfrazee763 Let me know if I can help in any way! 👍🏻

[@regortex3364]

The other problem with camping “in one” is the locks, you can’t lock and unlock them from inside and even worse, someone could lock YOU inside.

[@dontask7898]

Are you worried about damaging the seals when unloading stuff out of the side doors?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Hey Dustin! Sorry I thought I responded to your comment earlier. I'm actually not worried about damaging the weather seals. I guess if you had gear that was sharp or heavy and needed to drag it out from the side you may have trouble but I make sure that I lift it up and over the seals. The quality is top notch in terms of seals etc.

[@Lewdacris916]

Getting this for my F250 work vehicle, boss is paying for it! Would be nice if you could remove the rails, and/or install your brand of choice. Also wish the locks were powered or had a push button style, i hate having to unlock stuff with a key.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

So jealous! Enjoy it! Thanks for watching!

[@regortex3364]

Pay a locksmith to do a custom install of some mag locks (magnetic), with a remote, might cost a bit though. The locks you see on canopy’s etc. are always poor quality because good locks are very expensive.

[@easterntacogear443]

How did you figure out the front runner load bar issue? Did you have to purchase a separate bracket?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I shaved down the stud plate from the Front Runner Bars to make it fit. The RSI rails were skinnier than the Front Runner.

[@uilnosaj]

How do you clean the glass between the rear window and the Smartcap?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I don't! haha. I have a molle panel there now so never look through that glass

[@uilnosaj]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 Serious question, every time i look at it, the first question that comes to my mind is, how am I going to reach in the gap to clean the dirt or mud off. Do they make some kind of gap filler.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@uilnosaj There is room to reach in there but it's tight. haha

[@fernie2583]

Can you sleep in it on a nightly basis? Thanks! 🙏🏽

[@ronbiglin5970]

Hi, thanks for the video on the RSI. I bought one a month ago and recently bought the Front Runner slimline rack. Same problem as you, the stud plates from Front Runner is too wide for the RSI rail. May I ask what you did to solve this issue? Currently I used bolts upside down but I’m not happy with that solution. I’m thinking of trimming the stud plates to fit(pain) with the equipment I have. Thanks.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I grinder the stud plate down to make it fit the RSI rails. Works great so far!

[@BMixMyster]

Do you get any leaking? Another reviewer said he was getting some with this unit.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I have only gotten leakage when i use a pressure washer to clean my truck and spray right in the seams.

[@relaxvibes2986]

What Leaf springs did you upgrade to?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Deaver Stage 3

[@kaomatic]

the gfc is like 6k and it’s legit just a frame with some struts

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Yeah I didn’t want to wait 9-10 months for a GFC and heard they weren’t rustproof either

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I meant to say waterproof not rustproof

[@jonkas4542]

I'm very interested in getting what you got! Here's a question. I bought my 16 Taco new with the factory tri fold cover. My question is will the cap fit with the inside bed rails or will those have to be removed too?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

You mean the tie down rails on the sides of the bed?

[@jonkas4542]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 just above the tie down rails are pins protruding horizontally about 1.5". They are fastening mechanisms for the removable tri fold hard cover (which came with the Premium Package). They don't appear to be removable. But wonder if they would interfere with the Smart Cap.

[@jonkas4542]

Three on each side.

[@bradpeters5891]

Just ordered the SmartCap Evo A & was wondering if you have a link to the exact FrontRunner racks you have? I have the exact CVT Mt. Hood as you & want to do the same setup. Thanks in advance

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

They did a custom order for me but we're very easy to deal with over the phone. You just need to order the width of the bars and the height of the feet. I got the shortest feet they make and I want to say the 47 inch wide bars....

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

You have IG?

[@bradpeters5891]

Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. Yeah I was looking at the 40-50mm height feet & just wanted to make sure the tent cleared the XM “Sharkfin”. Seems FrontRunner is coming out with a direct fit feet for the SmartCaps sometime soon.

[@bradpeters5891]

No IG yet.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@bradpeters5891 Nice! I had to do a ton of research to set mine up. Was stressed beyond belief. Glad it’s worked out. Haha

[@bertschmert]

Beautiful

[@enyfd]

If the smart cap tailgate hatch is locked can I unlock and open the tailgate independently

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I’ve spoken to them about this but at this point it cannot be unlocked from the inside of the truck bed.

[@krasnaludek298]

I like the camper, but not a fan of Asian trucks. American here, so I’m biased to supporting our brands. I believe that these campers will fit a Ford Ranger, so I’ll do some homework. Good stuff! 👍🏻

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

To each his own! :) Thanks for watching!

[@howelld9267]

Can you luck the side windows? Thank you for sharing!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Yes all of the gullwing doors can be locked with the same key. Thanks for watching!

[@howelld9267]

Nice video content! I’m new subscribers

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@howelld9267 Awesome! Coming out more content down the road. 🙏🏼❤️

[@bbstacker4926]

Wish they had them for 8 foot truck beds.

[@ericobrien2682]

Thinking of this for an F150, over an ARE Overland or similar. Is it just me, or does it look like you loose some interior space with the RSI over other caps?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I'm not sure to be honest. I've never had another topper but I can't imagine that I would use the top couple of inches of space to make a difference. I like to streamlined nature of the Smart Cap compared to the fiberglass ones.

[@TheTruongVerse]

Can you open/lock from the inside?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

No

[@MrKevtmiller]

I’m having trouble with my load bars bending with the weight of my rooftop tent. Are you seeing this at all? They used to claim the load bars had a load capacity of 770 pounds but they have since revise this to 66 pounds per load bar.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Do you have the RSI load bars?

[@MrKevtmiller]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 Yes, I do have them but they aren’t going to work. I’ll most likely go for a platform rack that actually has the load bearing capacity that it states it has.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@MrKevtmiller I have the Front Runner load bars that essentially look the same. I’m not getting any flex from those. That’s disappointing for you I can imagine.

[@MrKevtmiller]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 what is their stated load capacity?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@MrKevtmiller I’m not sure but I told them that I was going to have two adults in the RTT and they said I’d be good

[@Error-pj7ko]

If you want to sleep inside the bed, can you close and lock the rear door/window from the inside?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

It won't lock the top from the inside. The latches won't shut from the inside so they would be sticking out in the unlock position. I've spoken to RSI about this. That was my initial intention to sleep in the bed but decided not to do that considering this limitation. I think they're going to work on that in the future.

[@jonathansnyder]

You said you had a diamond back before this - did you want to switch for any particular reason? I’m on the fence between the RSI and the Diamondback and can’t make up my mind.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

I loved the DB! In fact I was going to keep it in case I ever sold the Smart Cap but someone gave me a great offer to buy it and I couldn't refuse. That said...we just needed more space on our camping trips for gear and I was initially thinking that I could sleep on the decked system but with the fridge and the battery box it was way too small. I think it depends on what your needs are in terms of space. I cannot haul stuff in my bed the way that i could with the DB. It had cleats that I could strap stuff down with ratchet straps which was great. Thanks for the question!

[@Worldwidetravel553]

What did you use to clamp down your canopy to your truck bed?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

They have three bolts on each side that attach the bed rails. Pretty secure

[@Worldwidetravel553]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 do you know the name or brand of those clamps? I have a RSI smart cap evo as well for my tundra but they came with clamps that don’t work with my bed rails.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@Worldwidetravel553 Have you contacted RSI? They should be able to remedy the situation.

[@Worldwidetravel553]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 what load bars were you using for your RSI smart cap in this video?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@Worldwidetravel553 Front Runner

[@stveichman3329]

Not very “Streamlined” as everyone keeps stating where the topper meets the cab.

[@stephenfraser2521]

Be aware if you have a late model Silverado they put in a window in for light and don’t allow for your cameras ?? So your nifty rear mirror useless after fitting???

[@LL-ur7wm]

We just bought the RSI. Now thinking about load bars - I see that you have the ones from Frontrunner -- it seems that you had an issue with it. What reference did you purchase? also, having the load bars, did you have any issues adding the awning? how did you add it since you don't have a platform rack .... we like your set up, so kinda of trying to replicate it :) . We have seen some of your other videos. Great job!

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Nice! I had to shave the stud plate on the Front Runner load bars to fit the RSI rack rails. Works fine now

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

Thanks for watching!

[@LL-ur7wm]

Thank you!

[@LL-ur7wm]

By the way, it seems Front Runner now has a kit to fit the RSI caps.

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@LL-ur7wm Interesting...

[@jonathanamaya88]

What kind of leaf springs you running to compensate all that weight ?

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

With all the weight...Decked System, Fridge, Battery, Smart Cap, Awning and Roof Top Tent the weight started sagging the med duty Dakar springs that I had. I ended up upgrading to Deavers Stage III with Archive Garage Hammer Hangers. Made a HUGE difference! Night and Day! Love it now. Handles like a dream. :)

[@jonathanamaya88]

@@cementtacocalifornia5638 was it the heavy duty dakars? I’m looking into the smart cap as well and am running icon rxt stage 3 leafs. So trying to gauge whether or not I need to swap my leafs again. Thanks

[@cementtacocalifornia5638]

@@jonathanamaya88 Med Duty