Another Bronco Build

damon1272 · Post by **damon1272** » Sat Sep 12, 2015 7:46 pm

Very nice build. I like the direction it is going in.

ChiroMatt · Post by **ChiroMatt** » Sun Sep 13, 2015 9:33 pm

Thanks Damon,

I wanted a plush go fast rig for camping and other outdoor sports.
So much of it is getting there and this type of rig opens up many new options.
Since the the additions of the front bumper, rear bumper and rock rails the frame feels much more stiff and with the extra weight
makes the suspension and steering work much better in cornering and overall road and off road handling.
I hope my build thread inspires others as I have been from all the build threads prior to me on GFB.
Looking forward to the continued evolution of ABB.

PaleRider · Post by **PaleRider** » Sun Sep 13, 2015 10:32 pm

Any pics of the tent open?

tvoymang · Post by **tvoymang** » Mon Sep 14, 2015 7:27 am

Ok so the RRT is something I've been wanting to do for some time but was always worried it was too much weight.

How does the bronco drive with all the weight up there? Does it have excessive body roll? I'm currently getting 10-11mpg and could only imagine it gets a lot worse with a massive air brake up there.

What springs do you currently have? The rear looks a little low. You have any plans to fix that?

Sorry for all the questions just very interesting to see someone put a RTT on such a big pig of a vehicle.

keenanduran1 · Post by **keenanduran1** » Mon Sep 14, 2015 10:09 am

I dig the tent!
Pics with it open please. I want to put one on my bronco as well

ChiroMatt · Post by **ChiroMatt** » Tue Sep 15, 2015 6:55 pm

Corners 5-10% worse on street
10-15% worse on dirt. It's really not that noticeable.
You would think 130lbs on top of the roof would
Impare it more. In some ways makes the suspension set up for corners. I really don't push it, today was 2nd trip on dirt and I liked how it felt between 25-55 on the dirt In the corners.

Wow does the ttb shine in he dirt. Sooo plush!

Rear end droop has been a concern and may get the solo shackle mount drop. Those earlier pics was with the rear end on a downhill, but I do think it droops
Too much in the rear.

Mpg decline is negligible. Can't even tell its up there at highway speeds.

Btw this is the largest rrt made by tepui!

dtbback · Post by **dtbback** » Tue Sep 15, 2015 7:01 pm

Now i want a rooftop tent!!

ChiroMatt · Post by **ChiroMatt** » Tue Sep 15, 2015 7:31 pm

Oh
Rear springs r Q80s with threat shackles.
Plans to fix are the solo shackle drop kit.

Sleeping off the dirt is great. No bugs, snakes, bears bigfoots, chupacabras etc!
Sets up to sleep in In less than 5 minutes.
All the other stuff takes another 10 minutes( but not necessary too sleep in)
Oh and sleeping bags stay in tent, even when folded.

Bajaluv · Post by **Bajaluv** » Tue Sep 15, 2015 9:08 pm

Yes Please !Looks really good Man, ready for a Baja adventure.

dtbback · Post by **dtbback** » Tue Sep 15, 2015 10:03 pm

What company made the tent?

hollandermotorsports · Tue Sep 15, 2015 10:10 pm

That's awesome. Looks very good

ChiroMatt · Post by **ChiroMatt** » Tue Sep 15, 2015 11:11 pm

Tent is a:

http://tepuitents.com

I looked at most of the U.S. Tent makers and liked these tepui tents for the;
Features
Price
Location (in Santa Cruz where I live part of the time)

Glad too hear many of you like the idea of a RTT on a bronco. There wasn't much info on the net for Broncos and RTT, mostly toyotas and land rovers.

ChiroMatt · Post by **ChiroMatt** » Tue Sep 15, 2015 11:18 pm

This is the wife's ride with the same tent as the bronco has on it. The LR4 is a great vehicle all the way around. But I wouldn't drive this vehicle even a quarter as fast as the bronco on rough dirt roads. Getting there is half the fun!

PaleRider · Post by **PaleRider** » Wed Sep 16, 2015 12:03 am

Kool tent.

Cactus Cooler · Post by **Cactus Cooler** » Wed Sep 16, 2015 8:49 am

X2, this would be great for a few of the back country trips in the Sierras/Baja/Over landing trips.

keenanduran1 · Post by **keenanduran1** » Wed Sep 16, 2015 11:09 am

I am so jealous. I will definitely get one

funinthesun95 · Post by **funinthesun95** » Wed Sep 16, 2015 12:40 pm

nice set up

dtbback · Post by **dtbback** » Wed Sep 16, 2015 1:11 pm

Those tents are awesome!! Time to save for one!

keenanduran1 · Post by **keenanduran1** » Wed Sep 16, 2015 2:13 pm

how sturdy is it hanging over like that? Does it feel safe?

ChiroMatt · Post by **ChiroMatt** » Wed Sep 16, 2015 3:27 pm

Feels solid and safe to sleep in, and the ladder is very strong and can be set up to support the tent if you want.

My only concern is the fiberglass. It's plenty strong when your sleeping, my concern is bashing down a rough section and the dynamic loading that occurs.
Keenanduran your cage with through roof to rack appears very solid, that's what I would like to do next.