Tuff Stuff - Alpha II Hard Top Side Open Tent - Black - 2 Person

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Finally a tent for the little guys! The Tuff Stuff® Alpha II™ is the new hybrid side-opening rooftop tent that's actually affordable. 

The ALPHA II™ is exactly what the smaller SUV and Subaru gangs have been waiting for. Small but mighty. Made for going off the grid in comfort. This rooftop tent is a mini version of our Alpha RTT. 

Compare our hard shell tents to any on the market and you'll be impressed by the quality and shocked at the price. You could pay more but why? Take your savings and get more camping gear!

This tent sleeps two (2) people.

Includes:

• Mounting hardware & brackets for installation (fits up to 3.25" cross bars)
• Mattress
• Shoe bag, 1 qty
• Storage bag, 1 qty
• Window rods, 6 qty
• Window awnings (removable)
• Rainfly
• Moon roof (must roll back rainfly to view outside)
• Telescoping ladder
• LED Lights for interior & exterior (requires power from a USB power pack, not included)
• Patch kit & glue to perform repairs
• Not included, but available, the Alpha II Annex Room.

Color: Black

Note: The ALPHA™ tent is designed to open to the passenger side ONLY

Will this tent fit my vehicle?

Roof top tents are not vehicle-specific. It is up to you to provide a stable roof rack that can support the weight of the tent on top, in addition to the people inside. Always refer to your vehicle manual.

Heavy-duty crossbars (left to right) are necessary to support the weight of the tent, and we recommend checking your factory rail system (front to back) to confirm it will hold the weight of your tent and the people inside. Max width of your crossbar should be 3.25" or less so there are no modifications needed to use the provided brackets. If your crossbars are wider than 3.25" you will need to purchase brackets from another source or have them manufactured for you.

• Sleeping Capacity: 2 Person
• Open dimensions L/W/H:  59.75 X 79 X 46 inches
  
• Closed dimensions L/W/H: 59.75 X 49.75 X 14 inches
• Mattress L/W/H: 53 X 78 X 2.5 inches
  
• Weight: 141 Lbs
• Weight Capacity: 800 Lbs
• Tent Material: 280 G Poly/Cotton Rip-Stop
• Rainfly Material: 210D Polyester/Oxford PU coated 5000mm
• Floor: Heavy-duty aluminum honeycomb
• Shell: ABS with FRP reinforcement
• Zippers: YKK with custom para-cord pulls (reduces annoying dinging in wind)
  
• LED Light: Amber & White light (inside and outside)
  
• Windows: 3 window openings w/ mesh screens & window rods
• Skylight with mesh and solid panel (rainfly must be pulled back to view the sky)
• Window Awnings: 2 side window openings have removable (zip-off) rain awnings (included)
  
• Installation brackets fit crossbars up to 3.25" wide
• Steel cable locks w/ 2 pairs of keys
• Ladder: Telescoping 7.5' tall (included)
• Mounting hardware: Stainless steel (Included)
• Not included, but available, Annex room

NOTE: The ALPHA II™ tent is designed to open to the passenger side ONLY

1. Mounting your tent requires a minimum of 2 people for lifting. Your tent will ONLY OPEN ON THE PASSENGER SIDE Position your tent on top of the vehicle's roof rack, bed rack, or trailer and center to your liking.
2. Using the supplied hardware and mounting plates, slide the hardware into the channel so there are 2 bolts per corner (one in front and one behind the vehicle's crossbars).
3. Run the bolts through the mounting brackets holes, thread nuts onto each bolt.
4. Confirm you are happy with the position of the tent, vehicle balance, and appearance then tighten all nuts to the brackets until the tent cannot move.
5. Undo the buckles on the side of the tent, push up on the handle to actuate the hydraulic rams to open the tent hard shell, Pull out on the telescoping ladder until it is fully extended- pull down on ladder until the folding side of the tent has opened and extended fully.
6. Reposition the ladder to your desired height/angle.
7. Install the supplied tension rods on the overhang of the tent & windows, open the door, and enjoy!

• Installation Instructions

Cracked Shell (Life Happens)

Repair

1. Clean area with soap, water, and plastic cleaner.
   
2. Grind damaged area, then repair with a PlastiFix® Rigid Plastic Repair Kit or similar product.
   
3. Prime.
4. Paint.

PlastiFix® is an optimal repair method. Weld repairs may be backed with epoxy for extra strength.

Clean Surface

In order to maximize the strength of any repair, thoroughly clean contaminants from the surface in the damaged area.

1. Clean both sides with soap and water. Dry with a clean cloth or compressed air.
2. Spray Plastic Cleaner onto the surface and wipe off while wet with a clean, lint-free cloth. Wipe in one direction to avoid spreading contaminants back over the clean area.

Align Damage and Deformation

If the plastic is distorted, heat with a heat gun and reshape the distorted area. When heating plastic, it is important that the plastic be heated all the way through. Hold the heat gun on the area until the opposite side of the plastic is uncomfortable to the touch. Once heated, force the plastic back into position with a small roller or other appropriate tool, then cool the area with a damp cloth. Stretched areas can be shrunk with the shell cold. Keep working until smooth, then sand overall with 80 grit to help identify remaining low spots. Push out remaining low spots and repeat the process.

If the damaged area is cut or torn to the edge, align the cosmetic surface with Aluminum Body Tape and begin the repair process on the back. By aligning the outer surface, you minimize the amount of filler required to restore the proper profile to the part.