PRINSU RACK Install 2020 Toyota Tacoma

A step by step Install of the Prinsu Designs Cab Rack.
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Tools I used for Install;
Pittsburgh SAE & Metric Socket Set
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Pittsburgh SAE & Metric T-Handle Allen/Hex Set
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Central Machinery Drill Press
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WEN Benchtop Band Saw
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Trim Removal Tool Kit
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Ratcheting Hose Cutter
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Pittsburgh Screw Driver Set
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Metric Torx Set
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Dap 18401 Crystal Clear Alex Plus Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone 10.1-Ounce
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[@vzndrvn]

Awesome vid my guy! Thanks for including us in your build, mistakes and all. That's the beauty of this community. We all teach each other!

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you and I Absolutely agree.

[@Kayak_with_Sam]

It comes with the weather stripping now, and locktight for all the screws. the weather stripping doesn't get folded up either! Thanks for the video guys

[@redacted2763]

Great channel! Keep the Tacoma videos coming!

[@bloodstriper3649]

Awesome tutorial. I agree that the weatherstripping should be included in the package. Thanks, guys!

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you very much!!

[@michaelroback5883]

Great video and explanation. Not sure if I feel like doing it by myself. But at least your video will be a good backup.

[@user-cl2es9iu1j]

Looks great!

[@Kenneybe44]

It works well if you use a 3/4” punch and punch out a hole in the direct center. Good tip I learned from Micah at UpTOP overland.

[@the_black_arts]

Yup. I severed the metal spine @ either side of each set of mounting points, then took a box cutter to remove the spine & rubber which seats in the rain channel leaving just the top rubber that sits flush with the roof. I put blue tape on the roof next to the channel at each mounting point and matched each bolt hole on center in the channel and marked it on the blue tape. I reinstalled the trim into the channel and then transferred my marks from the blue tape onto the trim, and then used a 19mm hole punch for the 5 holes. I punched the holes out from the top side of the trim to avoid any kind of ‘blowout’ on the visible side of the trim. Each hole lined up dead solid perfect over the roof bolt holes and the spacers fit beautifully snug into the 19mm holes I punched. End result was a super tight tolerance install that looks OEM precise. The only snag I ran into was that the rear driver side roof bolt hole was about 1/4” shallower than all other bolt holes and the supplied hex bolt bottomed out before it could be snugged down flush onto the rack. A quick trip to Home Depot for a slightly shorter M6 hex bolt fixed that. Start to finish in about 2 hours. My only concern with the rack and supplied mounting hardware is that the front Prinsu mounting points sit uncomfortably close to the roof, probably 2-3mm. Prinsu really should supply some spacers that are 2-3mm taller for the front mounting points. I may toss a washer or two on top of the front spacers to give me a tiny bit more clearance just to ease my mind.

[@claybomb1064]

Thanks for the vid. I watched another where the guy managed to cut out a section of the metal before drilling the holes in the trim. Cheers.

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you. Yea we tried doing that but underestimated the strength of the steel strip. I would exposed and cut the strip with tin snips.

[@Yettee0201]

I helped my friend install his primary and we used I think a 7/8 hole saw bit to cut the hole from the top after we used snips to cut out the rubber and metal band running through the trim.

[@AdventureBuilt]

That definitely would have worked better than what we did.

[@mikeholbert1958]

Great video, it looks great!

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you very much. I really appreciate it.

[@bobbyfranco2185]

Good video fellas. Little tip as far as getting the holes drilled in the roof trim. Section out the metal strip before drilling the holes with the wood bits. That metal strip cuts easily with some wire cutters. Keeps that roof trim looking really good and the bits won't bind

[@AdventureBuilt]

Bobby Franco thank you very much and a good piece of info indeed.

[@mikehoward8201]

Great instructional! Thanks!

[@AdventureBuilt]

No thank you for watching.

[@Ooleteq]

Entertaining and informative. I like how you fuck it up and power through 😂

[@everydaybettereverydaystronger]

Nice work boys!

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you very much!!!

[@TheFullerrst]

Just bought the same truck a few weeks ago love it so far! Did you regear for the 35s?

[@AdventureBuilt]

Carmine W yea it’s pretty awesome. Not yet but regearing is gonna happen soon.

[@mredofsc1937]

Nice video, thanks! One question--- does the shark fin antenna fit even or below the cross bars? (I may have missed that in the video).

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you very much. So I placed the shark fin between the bars because it barely clears and didn’t want a bar bending into it. There is some flex to the aluminum cross bars.

[@chipmartin2355]

Awesome. Thanks!

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you very much!!!!

[@jonkirkwood469]

Nicely done and informative. I agree the fairing needs a roof-matching curve. Those gaps on the sides must howl at 60. What's it like washing/waxing the roof? Do you remove the crossbars?

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you very much. They really don’t howl but it does produce wind noise. It’s not terrible. I have a rifle case with recover gear and a shovel and those just add to the noise. Washing I just go under the bars the best I can. Haven’t waxed it yet but when I do I’ll take the bars out. I might just pull the entire rack.

[@curtismann6851]

How does the height of your bars on your shell match up with the prinsu bars? I am planning on getting a shell and need to be able to haul long lengths of lumber and am trying to plan out what systems combined would create a level system. I like the prinsu bc you can use the factory gutters, i hate using those clips that grab around the roof frame. Yours looks great and super functional

[@AdventureBuilt]

Hey man. So using the Yakima bars on my shell means that they sit a couple inches taller than my prinsu rack. I’m pretty sure you can put a prinsu rack on your camper shell and it will be flush all the way across. Best of luck.

[@foote1967]

Nice! I installed mine last fall. I also got the topper rack by prinsu for the canopy. Easy easy install on both! I have yet to put the weather strips back on...just trying to figure a way to cut the holes as so what happened with you doesn't with me! I have a few more goodies being attached to the rack soon...road shower tube being one of them👊💥 Keep an eye out on my IG, that and the new lift will be posted soon.

[@AdventureBuilt]

pdx.trailerguy very nice man. The Prinsu rack are very nice. Unfortunately there has been some really nice racks that have come out recently. Oh well prize money well spent. I ended up doing a Yakima rack over the camper shell and just installed my Yakima awning to that. So nice. It’s my first one. And I also recently got a road shower. We are going to be road shower twinsies!!! I’ll keep an eye out for your IG posts.

[@davidbuker792]

What are the new racks you are talking about

[@orlandoobeso5135]

Awesome vid! Can you make a video about installing the PRO grill with the 2020 front facing camera? I have that in my Tacoma and I don’t know how to adjust the front camera

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thanks man. I have been looking into that and there are not any good options out yet. For me it’s the camera and the sensors behind the front emblem. Honestly I might just keep the stock grill. It’s beefy looking.

[@davidbuker792]

My son got a Pro grill for his 2019 Taco and I don’t think that he has had any problems with his

[@carlosmeza653]

Hi, what size are your wheels?

[@cantley47]

Nice truck man, thanks for the video! I'm wondering...does the water get trapped inside the channel, since you've cut pieces of the weather strip? Thanks 👍

[@AdventureBuilt]

Yes a little bit but the silicone keeps the threads protected.

[@cantley47]

@@AdventureBuilt the stagnant water in the channel is what scares me a little bit (in the long run) and probably the only thing that's holding me back from purchasing the rack. I appreciate your quick response, cheers

[@brianm80211]

How much height does it add to the truck? My truck has a lift and don't have too much extra space before I won't be able to park it in the garage; BTW in the valley as well.

[@AdventureBuilt]

Brian M. The overall height will add 3.5” to your truck. And 3.5” is a big deal neighbor.

[@im_not_mad]

Are you gonna put a rtt on top your shell? My buddy lives in Gilbert. ✌️

[@AdventureBuilt]

I absolutely do run a roof top tent. Check out some of the more recent videos. Thanks for watching.

[@samrannaeem1384]

Where can I get the noise canceling/weather strip the only exactly you have used for your rack? Thank you so much.

[@AdventureBuilt]

It came with the rack so I don’t have that exact item. Sorry.

[@plim123]

Any wind noise? Noticeable drops in mpg with just the rack?

[@AdventureBuilt]

pow no noticeable drop in mpg but have some wind noise. Might more noticeable because I have a sunroof. Hope this helps.

[@mmarmrcz6770]

Just ordered a Prinsu rack last night. Can anyone tell me if this rack will be compatible with Yakima Mako Aero Saddles @ Rooftop Kayak Mounts?

[@AdventureBuilt]

I would have to assume no it won’t fit just looking at the pictures. Only one way to really find out. Good luck.

[@DirtRoad_Chronicles]

How did you mount the traction boards on the prinsu rack?

[@AdventureBuilt]

I basically took 2.5” long carriage bolts and ground down the sides and face of the bolt until it fit into the prinsu track. Then I put the bolts threw the holes on all 4 corners and hold it down with big washers and wing nuts. Has never come loose.

[@Oaxaco760]

Very nice👌🏽🇲🇽

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you very much!!!

[@Shadydiesel]

I was able to successfully get 3/4" holes in my trim and keep it all one piece. MOST of the time nobody even bothers with the trim which in turn bothers me

[@AdventureBuilt]

Nice. I tried doing the holes first but the metal strip inside wouldn’t go and slipped to the side. So I just cut it. Honestly I don’t even think about it since it’s covered by the mounting plate. Luckily.

[@gapo62angler93]

It’s best to use a 3/4” metal hole punch. But thanks for sharing.

[@Lexusgx550]

I like it. But I don’t know if I can install it :/

[@AdventureBuilt]

If you can assemble an ikea anything you can install a prinsu rack!!! Go gettem tiger...

[@3gang751]

Aye brotha what tires you got on the truck in this video??? And what size?

[@AdventureBuilt]

Thank you. They are the Toyo MT 35x12.5r17.

[@woup511]

so i also watched your calirasied 4runner rack install and i’m wondering what roof rack you prefer?

[@AdventureBuilt]

I like them both. I like the side profile of the Prinsu and the light bar cover of the Cali Raised.

[@woup511]

Thank you. 👍🏻

[@FourT6and22]

Are you sure the protrusion in the t-nut goes up? That protrusion does not sit flush in the channel opening... And in the instructions from CBI, the image shows it the other way around.

[@AdventureBuilt]

Hey Mike. I’m not quite sure which part you are referring to. Can you put the time stamp of video and I’ll take a look so we are on the same page. Thanks man.

[@pasitkhounphachansy4383]

Any additional hardware required to mount the Maxtrax or Rotopax?

[@AdventureBuilt]

I look some small carriage bolts, ground down the head to fit in the track secured the trax with large washers and wing nuts. They are very secure but a slow process to take of and on.

[@pasitkhounphachansy4383]

Adventure Built thanks for the tip. So unfortunately all these racks and bed rails required additional mounts/brackets.

[@petersaler731]

Does it make a lot of noise when driving?

[@AdventureBuilt]

There is a quite a bit more wind noise but my 35” mud terrains drown it all out. Haha.

[@zrnagle]

Does it matter if the weatherstrip is not reinstalled?

[@AdventureBuilt]

I would say no. You might get a whistle on the roof without the weatherstrip but I have so much wind noise, I would hear it anyway 😂😂😂

[@corbon10mm]

From Start to finish how long did the install take ?

[@AdventureBuilt]

It was a long time ago but it should take 2 people maybe 3-4 hours to get it installed. It took us longer because of video. It usually doubles the time for us.

[@Charlie-sj6dv]

It's like legos for adults

[@AdventureBuilt]

You are 100% correct. But better!!!!

[@sworks7124]

No one ever tells you how loud the Prinsu rack is. I put it on for two weeks and sold it. It felt like an air brake and slowed the truck down and was noisy!

[@AdventureBuilt]

Yea they are definitely noisy but that is the price you pay to have storage on the roof. Outside of a Thule Box which are still loud, not sure if there is anything better.

[@kaomatic]

a step bit or a 3/4 hole saw would have been a way better option than a paddle bit

[@AdventureBuilt]

You are probably right but I still think the metal strip in the center would have messed it up. Honestly I haven’t had any issues with it to date. Plus it’s under the plate and you can’t see the cuts. Honestly haven’t thought about it once since the install. Thx for watching.

[@kaomatic]

Adventure Built very true, i guess as long as there’s silicone

[@julestrdprodjimavicpro2869]

I Love my Prinsu and I get compliments everywhere I go! Tacoma is the best Mid Size Truck on the Market! voodoobluetacolife19

[@AdventureBuilt]

You nailed on the head my friend. A completely agree.

[@jessehutierez8646]

Perfect way to ruin your headliner with seeping water 🥵

[@AdventureBuilt]

No the rack bolts into the factory mounting bolts. Plus all the pointing points are sealed up with silicone. I’ve had it up there over a year with no issues.

[@MrJeepguy1974]

It surprises me that other competitors don’t make different racks- prinsu rack look terrible. It’s like the Jeep scene every Toyota looks the same....

[@pureboom9436]

Bro this rack is like 800$ just fo 1 pice and they doesn’t come with that pice of plastic with those holes 🤦🏻 . I can imagine people spending 1600$ for the full set of racket and they don’t add the lines rack an plastic 😂 that’s why china 🇨🇳 is making money with this new millennials dummies 😂😂 then they are asking why they grown so fast .👏.