Well i've built the frame. I still haven't fit the tarp and added screens but heres what i got so far

first step of the frame


A little more built up and moved the support bar to the bottom


stretched the tarp on somewhat secured with rope



and this is inside

 

Looks kinda ghetto.... that's not the finished project right?

 

Function>Form for this project.

 

indeed function over form, and no its not the finished product. I stated that in the post.

 

Aw, I was really hoping that you'd do the idea with the tonneau! But it looks like it'll do what you need.

 

You need some windows for a breeze in there.

 

a fart could be deadly.

 

I think it's awesome, Ben. After seeing the homemade tonneau I loved it, and I think this is going to be just as good, it doesn't need to be the prettiest to function, the square frame will give you a LOT more room than the tonneau lean-to.

 

Especially on one of those hot summer nights. That could really ruin the mood.

 

It's like having your own little fort in the back of your truck.

 

Look at the original post in this thread, it will have some windows... This isn't the finished project, just some progress.


Yeah thats why i like the square frame idea alot more. Plus it gives me more room to haul camping gear to the site.

 

love the idea but If i were to do It Id look into some PVC pipeing. That way you can take it apart and put it in a duffle bag and keep it in the truck. But lookin good man.

 

LMAO.....too funny.

 

I still dont know what to think o this i cant wait to see it done. i think you need a smaller tarp to start with

 

Well i got it big because i'm going to cut it down and make it form fitting.

12x16 foot tarp $10 :-D

 

why not just buy a cap?

 

why not just set up a 2 person tent in the bed? Ive done it. A-frame style...