Roof Rack install before/after pics and comments (1 Viewer)

[TimTX]

I ordered, received and now installed my PRINSU roof rack. Order was Feb 25, delivery was Mar 6. Box came in great shape via ups.

I few notes:
* Very pleased with build quality of rack, everything lined up great, tight on truck...no issues
* I used silicone, be careful...it's sticky and that stuff seems to get everywhere. I was generous in and around existing bolt holes during install, per mfg install video.
* Removing existing rack was VERY straight forward. No rust on bolts, some came out easier than others
* Using new bolts with rack rails...that didn't go so smooth. It went well, but I had to be patient
* Total job was about 2.5 hours. Having a second person was DEFINITELY a help, my 12 year old helped old the side rails while I got those fussy bolts started.

* Overall, I am VERY pleased with the quality of fit/finish and utility of rack. Looks pretty cool too. I expect some additional wind noise...we'll see.

Next projects are removal of rear mud guards and install of WKOR sliders.

 

[hskb]

Nice roof rack Tim, looks really good on the truck

 

[cryptyk]

If you didn't use loctite, I highly recommend going back through the side bolts and putting in some purple or blue. My prinsu had 3 bolts that worked loose after just a couple of weeks

 

[MountaineerLC]

Looks great! Currently debating between the Prinsu and Victory 4x4 myself.

 

[TimTX]

I've heard they are very similar. Having said that, I went with Prinsu and would do it again.

 

[FxFormat]

Looks great! Currently debating between the Prinsu and Victory 4x4 myself.

Look at the profile view of the victory 4x4, looks like it's a bit short and look a little odd. I prefer the Prinsu

Prinsu fills out the top better i think, it's the right length

 

[TimTX]

I took this picture yesterday, the Victory might be a little shorter...tough to tell. I can take a side picture if you'd like.

 

[hskb]

do you all need a third party roof rack for rooftop tent or just use the oem roofrack?

 

[TimTX]

I just use the rack...can put things up on top. I have no plans for a tent.

 

[Mike NXP]

do you all need a third party roof rack for rooftop tent or just use the oem roofrack?

A roof top tent is a little heavy for the stock setup but you could add 2 more OEM cross bars and probably be fine.

 

[hskb]

Thank Mike, yes i did bought 2 more, and installed them. the RTT i have only comes with 2 mounts on each side, so will need to order 4 more mount brackets.