Rooftop Tent Build Series - Building the Hard Shell!

In this video, I show how to build the hardshell over our frame using 1/4" plywood and epoxy filets! (Supplies Linked below)This super simple fileting technique is a great way to add a ton of strength to any wood structure especially when you need your structure to be lightweight. Enjoy!
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Supplies you will need!
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Epoxy Resin Kit:
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wood flour:
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Disposable gloves:
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Mixing Sticks:
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Disposable Brushes:
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Build Series Part 1 - Tools and Supplies:
• Rooftop tent Build ser...
Build Series Part 2 - The Base
• Rooftop Tent Build Ser...
Build Series Part 3 - The Top Frame
• Rooftop Tent Build Ser...
Build Series Part 4 - Building the Hard Shell (this video)
First Rooftop tent I built:
• My DIY Rooftop Tent! T...
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[@keithwalker7151]

Awesome job! I was skeptical of your construction methods at first but it's coming together great and I'm learning a lot! Can't wait for the next one!

[@PatrickRemington]

Keith Walker You doubted me!!?? You never doubt beards of this magnitude and crusty woodshops!! 😂😂😂 We know how to get it done!

[@keithwalker7151]

@@PatrickRemington as a bearded man myself I have to agree but the hipsters can muddy the waters at times 😂😂😂. My apologies for doubting you and keep up the great work!!

[@PatrickRemington]

@@keithwalker7151 Yeeaahh.. I forgot about those guys. haha! Thanks man!

[@arneanderson3416]

Nicely done, I’ve stacked up my con column for rooftop tents, the main one being the cost, this series has changed my mind, thank you

[@GreatUncleBuck]

Thank you Patrick. Well done! You are making this series as I am planning a hard-sided-hardtop Rooftop-Pod where keeping weight down is of utmost importance. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@tattoodfreeek]

See, I have no intention of making one of these, but love watching a craftsman at work. Great job

[@silva69ers]

Love the series mate, didn’t realise I wanted to build a roof top tent until watching this.

[@nanvaughn2258]

This is awesome. I have designed and started making a high top roof for our 2005 Chevy Astro van and this explains the resin/joinery process better than anything else I've found on You tube. Thank you for taking the time to create these videos! Well done.

[@212caboose]

Very nice!! I've been kicking around doing the same thing, after seeing the prices of roof top tents. I'm glad I'm not the only one to think of building one this way!!

[@jamespatterson1433]

Never knew about filets so that was cool. Looks like it hides a multitude of sins. The small imperfection became the highlights of the shape. Very nice job,

[@PatrickRemington]

yep! love that stuff! Thank you!

[@wootsman]

Just got done moving to AK and finally saw these videos! very excited and they are amazing. Keep up the great work.

[@ianshaw7533]

Thank you so much for making this series! As a college student, a rooftop tent is wayy out of budget, but building one is not, and it’s great to have these videos to follow along, so thank you for that!

[@davidallsup2375]

Ah, the good ol' utility trailer work bench! I started on the floor of the garage/driveway, moved up to the tailgate of the truck, and then to the trailer. Even though I have a decent little shop WITH an actual workbench now, I still end up on the trailer/tailgate/floor most of the time. Awesome videos!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! Yeah, I have upgraded quite a bit since this video haha. But yes I find myself working on the floor of my shop or out in my driveway.. I’m always like, what am I doing??

[@davidallsup2375]

@@PatrickRemington Exactly! I’ll find myself all spread out in the driveway, then turn around to see my empty shop and just shake my head and laugh. Old habits are hard to break I guess.

[@docporthos]

This is incredible thank you so much. I've always wanted to build a teardrop and give inspired me to do so. Thank you.

[@ChuckTracy]

Really liking this series so far. Keep up the good work. Having done a cedar strip canoe in the past, you've given me a lot of food for thought as to how to apply that technique to this type of project. Thanks!

[@lamoe11]

My compliments to you. Great job explaining things. keep it up. really enjoying the series.

[@togachicken7557]

I've been building a teardrop trailer and was trying to figure out how to completely waterproof it and add strength while saving weight. Thanks to your vid i now know an awesome way to do it, Thanks!

[@PWLewis-tt5im]

Thank you, Your doing a great job teaching us all. Need more people like you. I hope to build me something sometime,

[@turnerrandolph4256]

I'm extremely impressed! Great work!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@mynamesrob]

Keep crushing! I'm vey familiar with fillets from building a plywood kayak. You did a great job an I'm very excited to see how the rest of this goes.

[@jnuckols7130]

Your videos on this build have been a huge help and inspiration for building a custom hardtop for my jeep.

[@ClareAndAlec]

Patrick, thank you for making this series; building a rooftop tent is enough work without addressing a camera. Your timing couldn't be more perfect for me! I'm working on converting my Honda Element into my full-time (rather small) home and I've been trying to figure out how to make a roof-top tent just like yours to expand my space. I'm using your series for guidance now so thank you so much!

[@PatrickRemington]

I love Honda Elements! my sister has one. Great cars! Well, I hope these videos help you out! Just go slow, be patient with it and it will come together! if you have any questions let me know! I'm trying to respond to as many comments as I can but they are piling in faster than I thought they would!

[@paulwhitehead3002]

You are the only channel to cover such a build and I subscribed just so i can get the updates on this build can see many uses for this technic including a permanent lean too for a remote campsite . Thank you fir this build and looking forward to the finishing touches

[@michaelschiller2540]

Really enjoying your videos, great job explaining everything thoroughly while keeping it simple. I’m a roof top tenter myself, however not home made. This is an excellent way to save some big bucks!

[@danhohman]

Absolutely spot on Patrick! I’m loving this rooftop series so far. Excellent camera presence and so informative! Looking forward to many more!

[@chadnewville6980]

I'm working on building an adventure trailer and thought I had it all planned out. Until I came across your video. LOL So many new ideas! Thank you for the epoxy info!

[@MikeJKeator]

I appreciate all the great details man! good job! I feel like I want to try this now after watching what you have done. Thanks.

[@SilasThornton1]

Thanks for sharing, sure is coming along great, looking forward to seeing it completed.

[@conniedavis6274]

Thankyou! I learned some new things here that I will use not just in building a hard top tent... I'm going to do mine little different because I don't want it on a rooftop rather on a frame or ground. Not sure yet plus I need mine bigger.

[@geoffreymyers3736]

Once again, great job on the video! Thanks for the ideas and insight on your build!

[@gscheben123]

Patrick your videos are simply outstanding! Thank you very much. Many content creators could learn from you!!.

[@shaweehillsworkshop4226]

I love the contours of the top. It makes me want to redo the top on the pop top camper I made.

[@yotapimp94]

Hey I’m super stoked you making these very awesome videos! I started fabricating racks for roof tents and wanted to build my own tents and this is so motivating! Thank you for doing these !

[@r3kRaP]

Love the techniques, looking to put one of these on my boat. Looking forward to the future videos! Cheers

[@cornelfs1789]

19 minutes? it was like a 3 min video...wow! Keep with that job, it looks awesome! I am looking to take a roof box like a model, obviously doing the tent bigger but with the same shape... Have a good day!!

[@kareemblackman8019]

Enjoying every minute my new favorite series..

[@guyh.4553]

Interesting! Found this video before the rest so I'm going to go through them all. Just wish I would have found out about this before I sold my my '83 Coleman Royale. This would have solved a bunch of issues. Thanks! Build on! PS: you peaked my interest with your canoe! 😁😁😁

[@jayjeep6178]

Really enjoy the build videos can’t wait for the next one. Truly makes me want to try the built. But I’m sure it’s not as easy as you make it look !

[@lionhead25]

Wow ! I was looking to buy a rooftop tent for my samurai but man they are so expensive ! Your video instantly catched my attention ! Thats awesome work, i think i'll try to make mine this summer ! Thanks a lot for the idea / inspiration / techniques :)

[@tommythuntdeer]

Awesome! That is exactly what I need to do for my next project! Thank you for all I learned!

[@2jakezowee]

You did an outstanding job with this and presenting it. Thank you for sharing.

[@Fran-fc9vt]

The best. Thanks for doing this series. Greetings from argentina

[@moretimethanmoney8611]

Talcum powder costs less than wood flour and works great, but the resulting fillet takes forever to sand (hard as rock). Don't forget wax paper is your friend when working with epoxy, for masking and smoothing rough spots before the epoxy goes off. Smooth rough spots by laying wax paper over the area to be smoothed and roll or rub on top of the wax paper, moving the epoxy underneath.

[@petermarino2913]

Wood "flour" is free from any floor installer. Saw dust from a floor sander.....

[@75aaroncabron]

Awesome work man. Motivated me to try and build my own. I will definitely use all the tips and knowledge you’ve shared! Keep up the good work!!

[@AmericanJeeper]

Props to you man. I know how much time and effort something like this takes. It’s going to be awesome when complete I am sure

[@andrewhoward7200]

I came here looking for ideas for my Land Rover as shop bought roof tents are a helluva price but instead it's given me an idea for my trailer roof. Light and quite cheap to build.Thank you.

[@zachbarren]

These videos are awesome! I can’t wait to start this build in a few years.

[@frankn.stein.4993]

These creations are inspired brother. I’m on the market for my first car currently and I am going to build something similar prior to vehicle purchase. Keep up the great work, god bless. Love from AUS.

[@medtech1a]

Great job, this gives me a lot of ideas for my next project.

[@andrewjay739]

I've worked in contruction for 20 + Plus years, I was sceptical at first... But I've learnt a lot and I'm really impressed and I'm going to give it a go.. Thanks for the videos and Well done.

[@wesleyharding7544]

GRT vid! The volume was good (I could hear and understand you). You showed enough of the build to make it interesting, thanks.

[@robrese4358]

I really enjoyed this which gives me great idea on my wooden camper shell. I look forward to your other videos. Thanks

[@martinwise784]

Great build. Loving the birdsong in the background of your narratives!

[@davidgreen144]

Great series of videos. I’m thinking of maybe try to build myself a tent for my JKU. Keep up the good work.

[@DreDaze]

thanks for the vids...although i'm not sure i'll ever build a rooftop tent...it's nice to learn how to, in case i ever want to

[@vipjapanjimny]

It is a handmade wonderful roof tent.😄👍👍👍💯 I watched all the production videos.

[@donaldoxentenko6616]

Best diy video Ive seen in a long time. Your a well rounded talented gent. Great job!

[@michaswerkstatt]

Exactly the way I learned how to reinforce a wood construction. Good work!

[@RodolpheGiammatteo]

Your videos are awesome I was looking to build one of these and all your tips help me a lot ! Thank you :)

[@dylanhebert6459]

Wow, man. Super inspiring videos. I appreciate the time you take to put all your effort here for everyone to learn/enjoy. I'd love to build something like this. It might just happen.

[@Reaper4367]

G'day Patrick.I have just found your channel. Great project mate. Clear and concise instructions. Your design is quite appealing, not the usual mass produced tub or box. Looking forward to viewing the rest of the build... i will have to start from the beginning :). Cheers for sharing. :)

[@kincheung2233]

I'm extremely grateful from ur knowledge. Ur a genius! And so kind to share 👍👍

[@wvmontani]

You skills at cutting a long line with a Saber Saw and keeping it straight are much better than mine.

[@WhiskyCritter]

Great video! I watch a lot of these and can see myself using your techniques. Thanks for posting it!

[@glenndelrosario]

Excellent share for all the viewers... You're so humble and giving my Brother!

[@sypris1001]

Hi Patrick, really appreciate the videos! Learning lots and looking forward to hopefully building one for myself one day when I have the work space :) Keep it up!

[@SmalleyLanguageArts]

In the holiday season, this is a gift! If nothing else, it's serving as some serious inspiration. I wonder how tricky it would to add an access hatch so kids could climb into their nest through a sun roof? Thank you so much for sharing!

[@jamessmart1249]

Just found you on KZbin love what you are doing I have been binge watching for two days and I learned a lot keep up the good work

[@tacticalant3841]

3 things I love in this video. The crisp angles and lines in the design details of the top, the cat, and the gratuitous “snap” of the gloves every time you put them on. Its the same thing I do when putting on gloves in my shop, but I always add the phrase “bend over!” When I snap them :-)

[@patrick35400]

+ the mask when working with epoxy even when grinding.

[@4x4overlandSprinter]

Interesting video ! Nice job ! Well done ! I'm enjoying this series. Keep up the good work. And ... nice campings !

[@timledford3465]

I really love these how to videos. Very interesting. Thanks for sharing.

[@That_best_Arkansas_guy]

Awesome video. Thanks for sharing this skill. I’m in the same boat as far as not having the money to buy one. I’m hoping to build something like this with my son.

[@yv6eda]

Amazing work! I'm going to check the whole series! Thanks!

[@jackturtle131]

Magic job there mate

[@kevinsparks661]

Great series so far :) looking forward to the next instalment.

[@POTHOLESURFERS]

It’s coming together man looks awesome

[@davidsmiottawa]

Planning on a pop-up truck camper - this should work great for my project!

[@NAVYguy6969]

I love this build series. Thinking of building something like this, but on a trailer

[@PatrickRemington]

Kevin Connors yeah I might have to do an adventure trailer series!

[@NAVYguy6969]

Patrick Remington let’s build something together man!!

[@sdnlawrence5640]

Great build, I'm more impressed and inspired with each video. I subscribed.

[@Bikerbob59]

Thanks I am doing a hard shell motorcycle hauler this will give it a great finish.

[@jacobconnwithconnhikes6119]

Mr Patrick I am enjoying the build and as soon as I get the funds I am going to try to build this before going in to the Navy

[@BeSatori]

Nice work. What a great skill to have in your tool box. I'm sure I'll use it some day.

[@corncobpiper7249]

Awesome job. Can’t wait for the next episode. I may just have to build one!

[@PatrickRemington]

Do it!

[@kengary9009]

looks great, makes me want to do it. thanks

[@herbclark2476]

I never thought I would like a rooftop camper until I watched your video.

[@grazynakaledek6228]

Hey Pat Real Nice Workmanship! Thanks for sharing your Handiwork. Grace

[@michisdemiabueli]

He visto tantas veces tus videos que me siento muy motivado para hacer este proyecto.... desde chile un abrazo y gracias

[@wat3rdog25]

Awesome build and great walk throughs so far. Please keep them coming

[@PatrickRemington]

waterdog Jones Thanks! Will do!

[@Glennoutdoors]

WOW Great job can’t wait for the next vid .

[@hugosantizo3866]

wow; Patrick this is awesome I always wanted one for me, but price was too high, i’m very skillful guy and after seeing your video’s inspired me to do one por my honda CRV,I like to go camping it will be perfect, thanks for doing all this, God Bless You, and keep doing the good work

[@kevyndignum4636]

Great stuff You make it look so easy. Thanks.

[@xxbskaterxx]

Good stuff! Cant wait to see the finish.

[@ttinkers1062]

Incredible! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@wesm6422]

Really cool shape for the roof.

[@talkterry1207]

Wow looks awesome.

[@BWinCO943]

Love what you are doing. I can’t wait to build my own. Great guide. All in how much will this cost you?

[@tacotots_132]

Dude i LOVE your videos!! I have a smittybilt RTT that i paid about a grand for, and im planning on selling it to make my own BECAUSE of your videos!! Keep up the good work! Would love to see this continue!!!

[@JCHerrera007]

Great JOB, thanks for doing this

[@walt1a]

Awesome job! Thanks for the easy instructions!

[@emiliomascarenas3035]

Bro you make it look so easy!

[@williampaylorjr9481]

A buddy of mine loves the two part epoxy. He's built several boats with great results. He told me that you can make sawdust from just about any hardwood scrap you've got laying around as long as it's dry ( no pine or pressure treated) in place of wood flour. The other tip he gave me was to measure my liquids and then mix my sawdust and epoxy then add the hardener. Not sure what the reason for that

[@mirkopg69]

Nice job, light and water proof, stay in Italy a company make the same job exactly like you from decades they call "maggiolina" tent make from outdoor camping. 👍