FixPlate Sliding Adapter Plate Kit for Roof Tents
Make Roof Tent Installation & Removal Faster, Easier and More Convenient
The CarCamp FixPlate Sliding Adapter Plate Kit is an innovative mounting accessory designed to simplify the installation and removal of roof tents on compatible roof bars with an upper T-slot channel.
Perfect for cars, SUVs, vans and 4x4s, FixPlate solves one of the most common installation problems—restricted access to the roof tent mounting bolts caused by narrow roofs or roof bar feet positioned directly beneath the tent mounting points. Instead of struggling to reach awkward fixings, FixPlate creates a sliding connection between your roof bars and roof tent, allowing the tent to be removed quickly and neatly when required.
Why Choose the CarCamp FixPlate Kit?
Many vehicles have limited space between the roof bar feet and the roof tent mounting rails. This can make installation difficult and seasonal removal time-consuming.
FixPlate provides a practical engineering solution by creating an intermediate mounting system that slides within the roof bar’s T-slot channel.
Simply loosen the mounting bolts and the roof tent can be slid sideways before lifting it from the vehicle—saving time while providing much easier access to the mounting hardware.
Key Features
✅ Makes roof tent installation and removal significantly easier
✅ Sliding adapter system uses the upper T-slot channel of compatible roof bars
✅ Ideal for narrow roof vehicles where traditional mounting brackets are difficult to access
✅ Eliminates interference between roof bar feet and roof tent mounting points
✅ Creates a cleaner, more professional installation
✅ Perfect for seasonal roof tent users
✅ Manufactured from premium AISI 304 stainless steel
✅ Corrosion-resistant tumbled finish
✅ Complete installation kit supplied
Ideal For
The FixPlate kit is particularly useful for:
- Small cars
- Hatchbacks
- Compact SUVs
- Crossovers
- Estate cars
- Camper vans
- 4×4 vehicles
- Any vehicle where roof bar feet obstruct roof tent mounting bolts
It is especially beneficial for owners who regularly remove their roof tent to improve fuel economy, reduce wind noise or store the tent during winter months.
How the Sliding System Works
Unlike conventional roof tent mounting brackets, FixPlate uses the upper T-slot channel of compatible roof bars as a sliding guide.
The adapter plates are secured using M8 square-head T-bolts. Once the eight mounting bolts are loosened slightly, the complete roof tent assembly can slide sideways along the roof bars, allowing the tent to be removed quickly without dismantling the entire fixing system.
This provides a much cleaner and more accessible installation than traditional clamp systems.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | FixPlate Sliding Adapter Plate Kit |
| Application | Roof Tent Mounting Adapter |
| Compatibility | Roof bars with compatible upper T-slot channel |
| Bolt Thread | M8 |
| Required T-Bolt Head | 20 × 20 mm Square |
| T-Bolt Head Height | 4 mm |
| Plate Material | AISI 304 Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Tumbled |
| Technical Code | 000171900000 |
| Approximate Weight | 398 g |
What’s Included
The complete FixPlate kit contains:
- 4 × Sliding adapter plates
- 8 × M8 square-head T-slot bolts (20 × 20 mm)
- 8 × M8 roof tent fixing bolts
- Mounting hardware for installation
Everything required to create a secure connection between your compatible roof bars and roof tent is included.
Compatibility
Before purchasing, please ensure your roof bars meet the following requirements:
- Compatible upper T-slot channel
- Accepts M8 square-head T-bolts
- T-slot accommodates a 20 × 20 mm square bolt head
- Minimum bolt head height of 4 mm
- Roof tent mounting rails are compatible with the supplied hardware
If you are unsure whether your roof bars are compatible, please contact us before ordering.
Important Safety Information
FixPlate is designed to improve the installation and removal of your roof tent—it does not increase the load capacity of your vehicle roof, roof bars or roof tent.
Always observe the maximum roof load and dynamic load ratings specified by the:
- Vehicle manufacturer
- Roof bar manufacturer
- Roof tent manufacturer
Before every journey, ensure all bolts are tightened correctly. After the first installation, recheck all fixings after the first few kilometres and inspect them regularly during use.
Care & Maintenance
To keep your FixPlate kit operating smoothly:
- Clean the adapter plates and roof bar channels regularly.
- Remove dirt, sand and debris from the T-slot channels.
- Periodically inspect all mounting hardware.
- Retighten all bolts as required.
- Store unused components in a clean, dry environment.
- Only use the supplied or approved replacement hardware.
Why Buy the CarCamp FixPlate Kit?
Whether you remove your roof tent every weekend or only at the end of the camping season, the CarCamp FixPlate Sliding Adapter Plate Kit makes the process considerably quicker, cleaner and easier.
Designed and manufactured in Italy using premium stainless steel, it provides a professional mounting solution that simplifies roof tent ownership while maintaining a secure and reliable connection to compatible roof bars
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