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DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent

Item #: 20747

Our Price: $119.99

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A great way to convert your vehicle into a complete camping unit. Easy set up! Just place the tent over the rear portion of the vehicle, hook the shockcord into the wheelwell, unzip the doors, reach inside tent and raise the liftgate. Features great ventilation with 2 no-see-um mesh windows behind the doors.

  • Fits most SUVs and Minivans, vehicles that have a rear liftgate; that is, a complete rear panel that raises up.
  • Fits Minivans And SUVs with a rear liftgate rear panel less than 67 inches.
  • Fits over carrier rack or airfoil.
  • Does not fit vehicles with an external rear mounted spare tire.
  • Easy set up - shockcord with plastic coated hooks attach to the wheel well and the shockcords hold the tent snug to the truck.
  • Outer door panels fold up and tie back for maximum ventilation or zip and tie at bottom corners for privacy.
  • Inverted 'T' layout on no-see-um screens and 2 way zippers provide easy entry to the rear of the vehicle.
  • No-see-um screening provides excellent ventilation and visibility.
  • Carry bag included.
  • Roof and walls are coated poyester.
  • Color - Tan roof, Blue walls.
  • Packed Size - 11"x11"x6".
  • Weight - 5 lbs.
  • Fire retardant.
  • Import.

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent
 
3.5

(based on 15 reviews)

64%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (9)
  • Easy to set up (6)
  • Waterproof (6)
  • Comfortable (4)
  • Durable (3)

Cons

  • Difficult to setup (3)

Best Uses

  • Car camping (13)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual/ recreational (12)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort driven (8), Survivalist / minimalist (7)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (15)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 15 customers

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5.0

Perfect for Our 2002 Xterra

By Stonewall Jackson

from Clemson, SC

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy To Setup
  • Waterproof

Cons

  • Can Be Hot in Summer

Best Uses

  • Car Camping
  • Mountaineering

Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

Works great on our 2002 Nissan Xterra. Sometimes it's nice to load some gear up, drive to the mountains to an out-of-the-way place, and just sleep in the back. We have plenty of extra tent room when using it with our Xterra. Keeps out bugs and water, which is all I expect it to keep out, with no problems. Those who complain about it not fitting well seem to have really high tailgates when raised. Easy set-up for those who like to go camping on a whim without lots of gear and who want to get off the ground with the experince of nature for a night.

Ventilation is good, but it can get stuffy if you're camping in July or August. We just crack the backseat windows. If you're on the fence about it like I was, just go for it and you'll be glad you did.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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2.0

Needs more size availability

By Steve

from Salt Lake City, Utah

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Setup

Cons

  • Too small for Honda Pilot

Best Uses

  • Car Camping

Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

This suv tent is good for air circulation in the vehicle and that's about it. It is too small for the newer Honda Pilots, will not fit under bottom bumper. After adding some tie straps to the bottom of the tent I was able to secure tight enough to keep out the bugs. I almost returned the tent but after adding modification decided to keep it.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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2.0

Will not fit newer model Honda Pilot

By Steve

from SLC,Ut

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Pros

    Cons

    • Poor Fly Design

    Best Uses

    • Car Camping

    Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

    This tent will not fit a newer model Honda Pilot. It is too small to fit under the lower bumper thus poor seal for bugs. If you put the lower section on first the lift door will not open all the way thus stretching the zippers too tight. This tent is a neat idea but a larger model for bigger SUV's would be better.

    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    4.0

    DAC Explorer 2 - Tent

    By Rosie

    from Milwaukee

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Beach
      • Car Camping

      Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

      It would be helpful if the instructions included pictures of the stages of the setup.

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      5.0

      I recommend this to anyone with a van!

      By Talking Hands

      from Orlando, FL

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to set up
      • Lightweight
      • Waterproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Car Camping

        Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

        This is so easy to use and subsequently store! I wonder how I did so long without this van tent for so many years. My mother has bought one as well now, so we can go camping together.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Piece of cheap junk

        By Dave

        from SC

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

          Cons

          • Collapses in Wind
          • Collects Condensation
          • Difficult To Setup
          • Flimsy Construction
          • Leaky
          • Poor Fly Design
          • Too Cramped

          Best Uses

            Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

            Junk

            • What Is Your Gear Style:
            • Comfort Driven
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

             
            2.0

            DAC Explorer 2 tent on 2010 Sienna

            By dc

            from albany, ny

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Almost fits

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Car Camping

              Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

              A little tricky to set up, and the directions were not accurate for a 2010 Toyota Sienna. With the addition of some bungee cords and creative tucking, it should be serviceable although not quite insect-proof.

              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Minimalist
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Comment on this review

               
              5.0

              Love it!

              By Christy the Car Camper

              from Littleton, CO

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Set Up

              Cons

              • NONE

              Best Uses

              • Car Camping

              Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

              My husband and I use this on our Mazda 5 for quick camping getaways instead of having to struggle to setup a tent for just a couple of nights. We are so spoiled now. It only takes a couple of minutes to setup. Other campers look on with jealousy as we get to begin enjoying the great outdoors within minutes of arriving at camp. It is such as easy setup and take down process that having to put it up and down every time you leave camp is not a big deal it is still a big time and headache saver in the long run.

              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Minimalist
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              Go camping, and stay off the ground!

              By BJMcCauley

              from Smithville, NJ

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Fly Works Well
              • Lightweight
              • Waterproof
              • Windproof

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Car Camping

                Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

                A lot of fun. Expands the flexibility of an already awesome mini-van, by making it a camper. Easy in and out and dry as a bone. No need even for seam sealer, as the seams are already well sealed. I used it in torrential downpour, not one drop go into the van.

                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Comfort Driven
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Excellent additional ventilation

                By Vanagon Syncronaut

                from Atco, NJ

                About Me Avid Adventurer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Set Up
                • Lightweight
                • Sturdy
                • Waterproof

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Car Camping
                  • Fits VW Vanagon

                  Comments about Dac Inc.-Vehicle Tents DAC Explorer 2 - Minivan and Sport Utility Vehicle Tent:

                  Bought this for my VW Vanagon. It gives a huge screen area for excellent ventilation however, Vanagon's hatch height prevents using it for vehicle access via rear hatch (not a problem). Using it on the mini-van (intended design) it works fabulous, turning the rear cargo area into a mosquito-proof sleeping area.

                  • What Is Your Gear Style:
                  • Comfort Driven
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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                  • Q:

                    Will this fit a 2012 Toyota Prius V ?
                    Asked on 1/23/2012 by Anonymous

                    1 answer

                    • Staff Reviewer

                      A:

                      This will fit any car that has a rear hatch lifting panel that is less than 67 inches in width.

                      Answered on 1/26/2012 by Betty
                  • Q:

                    will this fit a 2007 Dodge Nitro?
                    Asked on 6/9/2011 by Anonymous

                    1 answer

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      We do not have a list of vehicles for the DAC Vehicle Tents....our webpage gives the criteria needed for the particular vehicle for the proper fit and the matching tent

                      Answered on 6/14/2011 by Betty
                  • Q:

                    Will this fit my 2001 Chevy Astro Van?
                    Asked on 3/19/2011 by Joe from Hood River, OR

                    1 answer

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      No, Dutch doors will not work with this Camper top tent. The SUV camper top tent needs a lift back not dutch doors. use this

                      Answered on 3/23/2011 by Betty
                  • Q:

                    Will this fit my 2001 Chevy Astro with the rear dutch doors?
                    Asked on 3/17/2011 by Anonymous from Hood River, OR

                    1 answer

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      Dutch doors will not work with this Camper top tent. The SUV camper top tent needs a lift back not dutch doors.

                      Answered on 3/23/2011 by Steve from Campmor
                  • Q:

                    How do I find you list of vehicles that your three camper top tents fit. I have a Honda Element.
                    Asked on 3/17/2011 by handyj from Walnut Creek, CA

                    1 answer

                    • CUSTOMER CARE

                      A:

                      We do not have a list of vehicles for the DAC Vehicle Tents....our webpage gives the criteria needed for the particular vehicle for the proper fit and the matching tent.

                      Answered on 3/19/2011 by Bob from Campmor
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