INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The Tuatara SSE can be fitted to smaller vehicles as long as the fitted roof rack or crossbars
support a dynamic weight load of 75kg or higher. We recommend using only permanent roof
racks and crossbars. The distance between the car roof and the bottom of the roof rack should
be no less than 3cm. The roof rack or crossbars must be between 80-100cm distance apart.
1. Decide on the orientation of your Rooftop Tent. The Tuatara SSE can open to the
rear or side of your vehicle. Side mounting is better for smaller vehicles and doesn’t
interfere with the boot opening.
2. If rear mounting is required, first determine the length the mounting rails need to be. To
adjust the length of the mounting rails; line them up to the pre-drilled holes on the base
of the Rooftop Tent. Mark where the rails need to be cut. Ensure protective clothing is
worn when using power tools to cut metal. Cut the rails to the required length. File off
all sharp edges.
Note: If the mounting rail is cut shorter, it will not provide the same strength if
reattached back to the original position.
3. To fix the mounting rails; position the rails over the pre-drilled holes. Feed the nuts into
the mounting rail. Slightly open the Rooftop Tent and move the mattress so you can
insert the washers and bolts through the pre-drilled holes and nuts. Tighten the bolts
from inside the Rooftop Tent. Do not overtighten.
4. Attach the ladder brackets to the pre-drilled holes in the metal tent frame. Secure the
ladder using the bolts and nuts provided. Do not overtighten.
Your Tuatara SSE Rooftop Tent includes:
1 x Rooftop Tent
2 x mounting rails
1 x ladder (includes 2 x ladder brackets, 2 x bolts, 2 x nuts, 4 x washers)
2 x storage bags
1 x travel cover
4 x mounting brackets
4 x spacers
8 x slide plates
8 x M8x50 bolts (hexagon head)
8 x M8 plastic/steel nuts
4 x plastic end caps
4 x internal bungee cords
6 x spring poles
2 x pegs
2 x guy ropes
2 x spanners
ATTACHMENT INSTRUCTIONS
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