iKamper Mini RTT rooftop tent fits my Maverick perfectly!

[Julie Harris]

I just put the iKamper mini on my Maverick. It fits the car perfectly and doesn’t seem to have affected the MPG at all over the 150 miles I’ve driven it so far with it on. I used low-profile Yakima bars so the tent doesn’t extend above the can. Also added a Retrax tonneau cover. The only challenge was getting the dog in the tent, but we figured it out - stand on the tailgate and push the dog through the window

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[Ford Motor Company]

I just put the iKamper mini on my Maverick. It fits the car perfectly and doesn’t seem to have affected the MPG at all over the 150 miles I’ve driven it so far with it on. I used low-profile Yakima bars so the tent doesn’t extend above the can. Also added a Retrax tonneau cover. The only challenge was getting the dog in the tent, but we figured it out - stand on the tailgate and push the dog through the window

Great addition! We hope you enjoyed your adventure

 

[PriusHater]

Very nice setup. Thought of doing similar when I got my Maverick. Am I correct in that rear visibility is basically non existent except for via the side mirrors?

 

[Julie Harris]

It’s actually not as bad as I’d thought it would be - there’s a good few inches of clear space under the tent that you can see through. I did rely more on my side mirrors but its definitely doable like this. I don’t plan to take off the camper, so this was pretty important for me. Of course you can use higher Yakima (or other) towers, but my guess is that would affect the mpg.

 

[XLTLUXRED]

I just put the iKamper mini on my Maverick. It fits the car perfectly and doesn’t seem to have affected the MPG at all over the 150 miles I’ve driven it so far with it on. I used low-profile Yakima bars so the tent doesn’t extend above the can. Also added a Retrax tonneau cover. The only challenge was getting the dog in the tent, but we figured it out - stand on the tailgate and push the dog through the window

Any photos from the other side of the Maverick?

 

[Julie Harris]

With the tent opened or closed?

 

[pa-outdoorsman]

That's a nice setup. I envy your MPGs. My tent sits much higher on my ladder rack, and while I do love the look, it is not aerodynamic and definitely costs me mileage. The up side is that I maintain a lot more cargo room in the bed, as the tent above and the storage units in the Leitner racks along the sides sort of create an big enclosed area. Not weather tight, but nothing is coming flying out of there...

I'll also add that I definitely remove the tent when not on a camping trip, as that's a lot of drag just running around town.

 

[Julie Harris]

Love that setup! The roofnest looked like a great tent. I don’t have a place to store the tent so it will stay on the truck.

 

[poul0004]

Love that setup! The roofnest looked like a great tent. I don’t have a place to store the tent so it will stay on the truck.

If you have a garage, look at a Harken Hoist system.

 

[Julie Harris]

Sadly I don’t.

 

[North Coast Joe]

The way your packed tent sits I think it would act as a spoiler, and actually give you a bit more down force on the rear tires.

 

[Julie Harris]

It might - my mpg has been 50-51 driving around with it (dashboard calculations, which I find are 4-6 mpg higher than manual calculations). Previously I was getting around 48 mpg. I don’t drive past 65 mph on the highway, fwiw.

 

[MichaelHigh]

That looks really nice! I like that it's lower than a lot of others I've seen. Love it1

Mike

 

[pa-outdoorsman]

Love that setup! The roofnest looked like a great tent. I don’t have a place to store the tent so it will stay on the truck.

Yeah, I take it off and it sits upright against the wall in my garage. It definitely takes up some space, but not too bad when vertical, as it's only about 15 inches tall.

 

[glpuckett]

I just put the iKamper mini on my Maverick. It fits the car perfectly and doesn’t seem to have affected the MPG at all over the 150 miles I’ve driven it so far with it on. I used low-profile Yakima bars so the tent doesn’t extend above the can. Also added a Retrax tonneau cover. The only challenge was getting the dog in the tent, but we figured it out - stand on the tailgate and push the dog through the window

Great Job Julie!

I have done a lot to my Maverick, so I have as many cargo carrying options as possible (Adjustable bed-rack, Roof-rack, BAK X4s Tonneau, Yakima EXO system w/ GearLocker + GearWarrior + DoubleUp). The ikamper mini has always been on my list of WANTs! Mainly b/c of the PRICE I haven't pulled the trigger yet, so I focused on better ground camping options for the time being. Doing this allows me to take my 12' Hobie Outback & much more on my Racks if/when I want.

Maybe you can help answer some of my other concerns: (I have never used an RTT)
1. I also have a 10 yr. old dog (55lbs) that concerns me regarding the up/downs especially at night.
2. Actual space, is it truly a 2 person and if you add your dog is it too much?
3. Can a single person install / de-install?
4. Is storing it a minor issue or is it problematic?
5. I read a number of reviews have comfort problems w/ the mat.
6. How important is it getting the truck leveled for sleeping?
7. I see this as a drive and go solution and not a camp & stay (2 or 3 days). Your opinion?
8. If multiday camping your opinion packing/unpacking RTT when needing to use truck?
9. If multiday camping & you drive away, do you leave items behind to save your site?
10. You've made the jump any buyer's remorse justifying cost vs actual use per year?

Your input would be very helpful.
Thanks
Gary

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