My DIY Rooftop Tent

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This is my homemade Rooftop tent I've been working on for the past few weeks. Let me know if you would like to see a "how to" video on this. (UPDATE) Weight is 137lbs. Not bad!
#diy #rooftoptent #diyrooftoptent

[@KFCHambone]

I love when people take matters into their own hands and save a boat load of money on an idea that probably seemed crazy to peers. Excellent job!

[@duggydugg3937]

just because you're crazy doesn't mean you're wrong

[@gailgreen1595]

Sometimes you have to take matters in your own hand May God bless 🙏 them😊

[@emilflognoid1532]

The pop up action was super impressive

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! I am wanting to do a more detailed video on how to build the lifting mechanism but without welding anything

[@hazthebizzle123]

@@PatrickRemingtonwaiting on this video unless I’ve just not come across it yet? Trying to figure out how to do mine!

[@me3851]

One of the most impressive DIY builds I've seen. Great job.

[@jamescoxon548]

This is an inspiration, awesome job. I'm in the market for an RTT but am quite capable of building my own for a fraction of the cost. I love using things you've built with your own hands. Props to you sir.

[@BBMeyer100]

You know what would be really cool? Take your vehicle and make it a ragtop--they sell kits to do this. Then, cut a hole in your tent base, sew windows in your pop up and you've got a vehicle you can stand in, cook in, sleep in, etc etc. Once you can stand in a car, you have so many possibilities. Not just that, but if you made your topper such that you could remove it, it can go from ragtop enjoying summer sun to camping just by installing it back on your car. The fact that the lid is light really opens up possibilities. You do such great work!

[@bobfalkon9304]

Excellent build, I actually like the woody look. It opens better than some of the commercial units, I'm impressed.

[@Adam40642]

It's not always about saving money, any successful DIY is very satisfying!! even if you spent more than what's available on the shelf.

[@PatrickRemington]

I agree! I learned a ton from building this!

[@drexldog]

That lift/open mechanism is great.

[@muhammadnajeebkhan7677]

I was so long trying to build such thing but I haven’t got any information on the design, now I think I can give a try to it. Thanks 🙏 man 💕

[@OmarLemusTactic]

I feel that this is pretty doable. Congratulations for your project, I might design something similar for a diy camper roof tent.

[@mjoe877]

I have a Silverado with the 5'-8" bed. I am thinking about a diy truck cap with something like this on top extending partially over the cab to give the length to camp and still be able to use my truck bed. Thanks for sharing as I believe a similar cap / rooftop tent will do the trick!

[@wheredidileavemycell]

when i build mine, it will be with the hydraulic lifts from my 08 odyssey rear hatch and some heavy canvas

[@AlexanderNefodov]

I love this project, man! congratulations!! I plan to build one, a bit larger than this, but this is an awesome build!!

[@gingerbread185]

impressive, the combination of hydraulic lift is amazing.

[@chuckyboy6977]

Looking at the zipped door, on factory made one’s the canvas extends past the end of the zip by about 2inch. Just to keep the door from letting water drip in when it’s windy. A great piece of work, I bet there have been some evolutions or modifications made as time has gone on.

[@setharnold4160]

I’d like to see a how-to on how you tackled the strut portion of the build

[@ExcitingSpinach]

Impressive. Even looks more aero than the ones you buy

[@docink6175]

those struts are the bomb ! super cool build, thanks for sharing

[@marcgeraghty3002]

What size and strength are those struts love your tent

[@PatrickRemington]

I think they are 150lbs struts. I just posted a new video where I talk a little more about how I made the lifting arms! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@rubenalfaro4606]

Love it. It would be great to see a "How to" video with an included parts list and where to buy them.

[@Dreamsmallbuildbigger]

Fantastic idea, and a credit to you too. Would be great if you could do a how to video as I'm very interested in building something similar myself.

[@PatrickRemington]

I am working on a "how too" video now! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@flexin81]

Nice. Can’t Wait to see the finished product.

[@allanclose4181]

Well done mate. Might try those slide together tent pole and canvas also.

[@ronaldtipsword5332]

I for one love to see how you made the lift. Hope make more vids of this project.

[@PatrickRemington]

New video is up!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@docfischer7291]

Pretty sweet that it looks like a tortoise shell .

[@odie27100]

Overland nation. This just became my favorite chanel. Keep up the the good work.

[@JhunM69]

Dang! That's really good... the only thing I kind of concern about is the bottom part of the build. I see that you have the fabric going down to a channel on the top of the lower frame. When it rains, the water would go down to that channel and maybe you're thinking of adding a channel outlet for the water to exit? If I was going to make that, I would have the cloth part hanging over the bottom frame so the rainwater or dew would just drop straight down at the same time, you're protecting the bottom frame from the water. Oh dang it, I didn't realize until now that this video is 4 years old hahaha!

[@davidkozelsky]

4x8 plywood and a little pop tent would do too. Great job!

[@papaloo2000]

Beautifully made, also consider adding ropes or a support rod from bottom to top in X pattern this will help during high winds.

[@joshuamccutcheon8220]

Yes a how too would be extremely appreciated, I've been looking for something exactly like this

[@PatrickRemington]

Working on it! Here is the final product video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@Ekirea]

I like your easy opening -well thought through project!I'm impressed of it's simplicity-Thanks for showing this!

[@raaveepujari1811]

WOW!!!😮 FANTASTIC LOVE IT😊

[@HandymanMark]

Thank you for these videos. Building a truck camper. But I want to do a pop up top on it. I'm really inspired by your build. Thanks again keep the videos coming

[@NickthaGeek]

Good job. Personally I would be covering that roof then moulding fibreglass over the top. Then bin the wood off. Fibreglass would be watertight, stronger and lighter and cheap.

[@PatrickRemington]

A LOT more work and you aren’t saving that much weight if any. I built a clamshell version built the exact same way but covered the wood with fiberglass and painted. It’s still pretty light Weight. I have videos on it.

[@jimmartin7899]

Here, use aluminum for framing air alloy for insulation and azdale panels. Gas struts to help raise the pop up shelter with built in frameless windows and a door into azdale panels that fold up from floor and down from the ceiling that swivel lock into place with weather striping on all securing points. You can design a cube or a yurt type design that you can attach to the roof of a car and lift off and place on the ground for a pop up mobile home. You could even design a pop up bathroom with a cartridge toilet and cartridge shower you could connect to the main structure. Or design them modular and carry a few of them on a utility trailer and have a true shelter instead of a tent when camping or for emergency use? ; )

[@ashleybailey8797]

Yes, I would love a "how to" video! Or just design plans if you have them. I'll pay you for them for sure. Those gas struts are dope! I really want a rooftop for my 87 Grand Wagoneer and all the companies online are outrageously expensive. I get why but damn I don't camp often enough to drop 1K on a tent.

[@PatrickRemington]

I am working on a how-to series now! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@smokegrenade17]

i have been looking around for ideas for this exact project lol.... you just gave me hope..!!! nailed it bro.!!

[@DavidUthmann]

I would love to see this once complete.

[@jenniferboehm514]

Wow! The light finger action on that is amazing! I’m thinking of just putting a pop-up tent on some ply wood and there’s actually a video of a guy doing it. Lol

[@alvintan5927]

Great Job Patrick! is it possible to share the dimensions of the strut arms you made? I'd like to replicate them if its ok with your permission? i can see like 3 pcs, 1 gas strut and 2 square tubings? what are the dimensions to the holes? also what distance did you use from the corner of the tent to where you bolted the assembled struts? thank you!

[@rajeev3275]

Simple yet effective. Lovely build.

[@gabrielbrummer6138]

I have been looking at these, but the cost! This is an epic build and has so much potential!! Great job! Thanks dude 🤟

[@dantheman321]

So inspirational and would love to see a how to video on this please. Especially were the gas struts are concerned. Great work

[@PatrickRemington]

I am working a how-to for a clamshell design RTT. Just posted the final product video for this tent! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@CoolBoy-qk4sr]

man you are a genius

[@jonathononeill7954]

Incredible craftsmanship mate!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks! Check out the final product! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@RichardKingADI]

Very impressive! Just the type of tent I would like, but without the $2000 + price-tag!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! Check out the finished product! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@senopolo]

Hi Patric, great project. Any chances that You could share plans of gas springs mechanism?

[@PatrickRemington]

I know this isn't a plans video for it but I did post a new video where I talk a little more about how I made the lifting mechanism. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@jumpmanjordan252]

So i saw your video and decided i was going to build my own hard shell rtt using a foam mold and fiberglass. I like yours but i might just use two struts and make mine like a clamshell

[@PatrickRemington]

Jordan Gonsalves Awesome! Yeah that would be a much simpler design! I'm working on a RTT build series now and It will be a clamshell design. I'd love to learn the fiberglass mold process one day but for educational purposes on KZbin I'll probably stay more DIY oriented for now

[@PatrickRemington]

I am working on a How-to series for a clamshell now. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@ekim000]

Very nicely done!

[@kayakexcursions5570]

That thing is awesome! Forget buying one when you can make a custom version!

[@devonforman1473]

This is so nice. Wow.

[@michaelrodriguez9058]

Bro that is dope. Looks awesome. Good work.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@michaelhewitt7125]

Very nice work! I' too, would like to see more on how you built it.

[@barryp4700]

A fantastic build, well done.

[@terri-lynnmccormick731]

I'm impressed. I'm sure plenty would love a how to video, but just sewing the zippers requires more skill than I have. I was sorry to hear you are painting it white. I was hoping it be painted tortoise shell.

[@tarekelwazzi7768]

This is awesome. Was looking for one but the prices shocked me. Great video!!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks! check out the finished product! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@WannaBFree]

Excellent job on your RTT. You have inspired me to maybe start one of my own.

[@ChefRov]

Wow! That's amazing! Nice job...

[@blazeboymilan]

Dude! you're really good with your hand! Kudos man!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks, man!

[@jimmartin7899]

Outer walls being azdale and inner walls could be thin wood panels like ceder to give the pop up a cabin type feel. Throw in a faux electric fire place to keep warm and use an induction cook top. You could even incorporate electric exhaust fans on high one low for air movement. You could design the shelter with built in electrical with a plug in outside like a regular recreational trailer that's powered off a generator. Just throw in fold up chairs and a fold up table and fold up bunk beds and your set! You could even design spring pressure water vessels for hot and cold water. Like a huge hyperdermic with a spring on the plunger for constant pressure made out of PVC one black one white for hot and cold water. You could even I corporate a water stinger in one water pressure insulated vessel that was solar powered to generate hot water. Just some cool ideas for you. Like a pop up cartridge shower. Telescopic spring loaded tubes that raise a soft plastic shower curtain with a water adomizer shower head in the top with an on off button with the pedestal having drain and a tank for Grey water or a hose connector for run off into a hole. Pop up cartridge shower.

[@SomjitBhattacharyya]

Its wonderful idea. A moving home!

[@robertroyal8713]

instablaster...

[@madstoppie]

6 roof tent companies didn't like this video.....:)

[@DreamHawkers]

Then they all created another account and disliked it again...😂

[@CalvinHikes]

Well it is the shakiest video of all time. I mean it seems like there's an earthquake going on. It's such a good idea with terrible video it's hard to watch.

[@mG-vl5xb]

Calvin Sanders and you took the effort to write a terrible comment. Well done

[@sdnlawrence5640]

A year later and they've made their employees dislike it also.

[@ravenfeather7087]

@@CalvinHikes Didn't notice. Subscribed.

[@jalleman61]

Great concept,shall wait for the new release

[@PatrickRemington]

Finally posting a finished product video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@3SETZ]

very good work!!! I've been thinking about making a similar one for a long time !! I love that idea of hinges !!

[@damianmaynard2592]

Nice work chap. Nice zip sewing too!

[@randysimpson8186]

I've been thinking of something like that for the top of a 5 foot hard wall trailer

[@haadiyf]

Thank you very much for making this video.. I made my own version of pop top tent learning from you.. 👍

[@luisalmeida777]

Amazing! Congratulations! Very nice job, been thinking about something along those lines myself, good inspiration!

[@brunneradrian]

Thanks for your energy ... I like your work ! Super would be to integrate light and flexible solar panels and/or plexiglass to see the stars !?

[@trevormerivale6882]

The plexiglass would be fantastic, especially if you put a sliding compartment so it doesn't heat up so much in the summer

[@alfredozamorano16]

I like you design but i really prefer hard side pop up camper if you do hard side will be amazing

[@henrychaplin646]

Great work and great bit of kit. Well done!!

[@tegmapat11]

Have you made a "build series" yet? Would love to see it!

[@PatrickRemington]

Im working on it! Just announced my plans for a build series in my newest video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@dawnlizarraga5979]

You just save a couple of thousand dollars! Way to go! I am about to drop $4k on one! Enjoy your journey!

[@ДмитрийЗайцев-у4ф]

Хорошая работа, отличная презентация! Спасибо! Прекрасных путешествий.

[@9w2xyz]

Simply outstanding.......

[@follow_fraser3081]

Dude that is so cool!! I'm impressed.

[@rubenalfaro4606]

Great rooftop tent build. It would be great if you could tell us what and where you bought the gas springs. Again, a great job.

[@glporter4640]

Nicely done! More details re the construction would be appreciated.

[@PatrickRemington]

Here you go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@mateus.jannuzzi]

Really nice project, congratulations!! Could you do a "how to" video? An explicated video please? I'm from Brazil and I want to build one to my car! Thanks!!

[@PatrickRemington]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@jamessouthern9154]

I'd love to see a how to! With as much as I work, I'd probably just hire you to make one for me😂😂

[@unfortunateteller2279]

That is a sweet build im jelly

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks! Finally, posted a final product video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@marymacfarlane4275]

Like dude....you gave me what i needed but I dont weld. I see folks using only the struts but you put on your own hinges....for a two part easy lift. any idea about how I can buy similar hinges? Subscribed. You are brilliant

[@jesualdotavares4378]

Great work.

[@freedomospeech8180]

I’m trying to figure out how to build something to pull with my harly something like the mini mate. Dude you should see that thing!

[@3alamgharibe]

you are a genius

[@bengineering]

Great job Patrick.

[@bradsunday]

Excellent design.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks! Here is the finished product! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@paulsmith8356]

Coming late to this GREAT VIDEO!! YES, YES WOULD LOVE TO SEE A HOW-TO VIDEO.

[@PatrickRemington]

I am working on a how-to series now! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E

[@larsr9892]

Thanks for your inspiring videos. You have made different models of rooftop tents. What is your experience in using them. Pros and cons this model vs. clamshell model?

[@patricklambert5810]

Great job Holmes!

[@mynameishonour5965]

Same i was like, i bet this guy could build that

[@HansumRob100]

Should add a awning for it...when it rains.. u will have to close it all up... its what i dont like about the hard shells...

[@mickerosdal6245]

Great project!! Looking forward to a DIY! How much does it weight? Measurements of the unit and height when the gas pistone arms. How many Newton are maximum on the gas pistone arms? Would love to get a list of the materials you have used. Also how you solved the brackets to actually attach the "RTT" on your car. Just some ideas and wishes of information I would like to know in your DIY video later on. Good luck finishing the project! Cheers!

[@plantlifeproject]

Sweet skills and an awesome build!

[@FiveStoryTreeHouse5]

Dude, DON'T paint it, that wood is beautiful 👍👍👍👍

[@PCLye]

congrats...like it very much I will try to do one.

[@elizcringle6505]

This is brilliant! I'd like to do a pop up roof like this on a tiny house in the loft area for more head room. Where can I get those pistons?

[@lungelonkhosi1334]

Really awesome, like it so much, Would you mind sending me your dimensions please. Really like it want to do it myself too

[@bostonwompey6398]

I would love to see a how to on this and also what pistons did you use for the inside

[@eeps2745]

Great job ! For sure the "how to video" ! Thanks for sharing your tips.

[@carminedimarco6499]

This is great, I think I would be able to do this with a how to video, let me know if you do one or have anymore info with the materials you used. great job!

[@jaredwilliams1160]

Wow good job you're a genius

[@PatrickRemington]

haha, Thanks! just posted the finished product! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmWUeK2HateXb9E