How to Build a Prinsu Roof Rack for 3rd Gen 4Runner!

In this video, I am building a Prinsu style roof rack for my 3rd Gen 4runner! Only spent $324!
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[@PatrickRemington]

(Update) disappointed with the hardware from tnutz I thought it would be more weather resistant but they already have surface rust on some of them and it hasn’t even rained. I’ll either have to paint them or look into getting some black anodized stainless hardware if that’s even a thing. Suggestions welcomed. Also.. I didn’t show this well but there is 3m double sided mounting tape under the front brackets to protect the paint and prevent movement. Just so you know 👍. Y’all are awesome! So glad y’all are enjoying this build! 🙏🙏

[@LimitOfN]

I agree, tnuts hardware rusted too quickly on my roof rack as well.

[@willlucas5150]

Use stainless hardware. More expensive but won't rust. You can paint it black after the fact to hide them. Great build though! Looks like it came from a factory. 👍

[@jeremyhoenig]

aluminum in contact with steel (dissimilar metals- including stainless steel) will cause galvanic corrosion. electrically isolating material would help- rubber gaskets or washers- but may not be structurally sound in certain applications. you could try having your steel powder coated to isolate it from the aluminum. "anodizing," though, is a process applied to aluminum, not steel- looks like your rails were anodized black. Good on you for giving this a go- many of us dream about building the perfect rack and never get around to it!

[@Expl4rnr]

I built my own prinsu style rack about a year ago. McMaster Carr has black stainless hardware, it’s a little pricey but it’s worth it in our use👍🏻

[@Stealth_Overlanding]

Get titanium hardware and heat it till it turns bright red then dip it in wd-40 it will blacken.

[@KyleM_from_the_Ozarks]

This is what KZbin was meant to be for - informative and inspiring things like this. Another job well done!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks so much!

[@GunwooGim]

skewer sticks and a piece of cardboard work just fine! genius!! how loud is the wind noise?

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks! No wind noise to speak of! I was expecting it to whistle or hum. Thankfully this doesn't!

[@Suedzville]

Best diy roof rack build yet!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! That's what I was shooting for!

[@DrOksalev]

The corrugated cardboard and the skewers gauge is BRILLIANT!

[@TheDesertRat31]

Dude, so glad this popped up in my video list. This time "the algorithm" worked. I'm going to do this for my 4th gen. Now all I need free time.

[@Specky12]

Great tip with the tape for the hole location.

[@14pro4x8]

Outstanding build. You did a great job on this roof rack. Several really clever ideas on how to simplify some techniques for DYI. Part of the joy of building something like this is the build process. If you don’t like to build things DYI, you don’t appreciate the talented people like yourself. Really just a great job and you did it all with what you had to work with.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks for the kind words! 🙏

[@ManoyAndoi.JollyRogerHobbies]

All I can say is wow. A really spectacular job, it gives me inspiration.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! 🙏🙏🙏

[@granthendricks9615]

OMG. I always learn something from your videos. Its like, "why didn't I think of that!". The two vertical tapings to show you where the bolt hole is under the metal you needed to drill is brilliant! Keep up the good work, it is surely appreciated.

[@Lobo-ih3bh]

Love the diy contour gauge . What a great idea!

[@DrneMnKey3D]

Danggg, this is an awesome build. Nice skills and work. Just wish I had you as my neighbor to design and build couple good things. Again great work 💪🏽💪🏽

[@manrami]

You sir are a genius. With the tape to find holes and skewer sticks… here’s a new follower.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! Glad to have you!

[@Justin-vq9co]

Amazing build. I learned so much just watching this.

[@chadseals2671]

Some very clever ideas in this video! Bravo!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!!

[@alandecan1011]

Excellent work! It looks very professional and is sure to suit your needs much better than any expensive aftermarket product. It's just that my heart skips a beat every time a bare piece of sharp metal touches the paint on your car. Remember that a few rolls of masking tape will always be cheaper than a paintjob.

[@owenparker6651]

That my friend is a damn fine job and a damn fine video as well! Thanks very much for sharing! I hope mine turns out as well!

[@PatrickRemington]

Haha thanks Owen! 🙏🙏

[@attilaid2169]

I'm a DIY guy, but this looks DI-WOW!!! Great job

[@emeryrowand2903]

that is a work of art! great build, and I totally understand the desire to build it yourself. It isn't the $$$, it is the satisfaction of knowing you created that solution!

[@PatrickRemington]

Exactly! thank you! 🙏🙏

[@bird289]

For me, it's definitely the money 😂😂

[@akumabito2008]

Ooohhh, I like that tape trick!

[@PatrickRemington]

I know, right!

[@johngaleano1291]

bro the tape for the screw placement and the cardboard with the skewers just genius!! Thank you , your build came out beautiful.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks John!

[@johngaleano1291]

@@PatrickRemington hey brother what black spray paint did you use? It almost looks cerakoted. Love the look!

[@PatrickRemington]

@@johngaleano1291 I primed it with Rustoleum then used raptor truck bed liner over that

[@johngaleano1291]

@@PatrickRemington ahh awesome! Thank you brother 🙏🏼

[@PatrickRemington]

@@johngaleano1291 Welcome!

[@bradywatkins2859]

Hell of a job! I think I will build my own now too. It's way better when you can build something just as good and can call it your own!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@overlandtowater]

Just now starting this project on my suburban now!!!! 120" long it's going to be amazing!

[@PatrickRemington]

That's funny.. I recently bought a suburban and am going to do the same. Going to be the world largest roof rack. Got to sell the 3rd gen

[@overlandtowater]

@@PatrickRemington check out baseline overland for inspiration!!!!!

[@Chadok89]

Very impressive. I will remember both the tape trick and the one with cardboard and sticks :)

[@goatfightshop3769]

At first I was like, that’s way too much work. But then when he finished, I was look 👀 niiiiice!! 😂 work of art brother. Great job.

[@DHFlip18]

Wow Patrick, you've outdone yourself sir. What a great, quality build with all the professional finishing touches.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you kindly! Glad you enjoyed the build!

[@wild-radio7373]

Barbecue skewers! That's so F smart!! Good on ya🥰🔥👍

[@PatrickRemington]

Haha thanks!

[@MrThewhip333]

I don’t own a Toyota but great for any vehicle rack! The cardboard-sticks is brilliant.

[@stuarttaylor5748]

Your builds are some of the coolest ones I've watched. You can tell great pride goes into your work and the craftsmanship is awesome!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks man! I appreciate it! 🙏

[@yasinduran6598]

Hello barbecue skewers very clever great job.

[@viteliohernandez]

Awesome job, definitely inspiration for my next rack

[@ernestoalicea4594]

That contour gage is genus

[@romaellodfranco72]

Love watching your wits being displayed

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! 🙏

[@williamknight7040]

Great job!!! Thanks for sharing. Love the skewer trick.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@russ_vee_jr4199]

There are so many really, really good Pointers and Constructing Details in this video and also your videos on 270-degree Awnings, especially the "Best DYI Awning" one. I'm going 'On the Road' in mid-2024 with my SUV to tour US Rout-One from Maine to Key West, the Gulf Coast, and the Rockies. I'll be doing a Travel-Log series for U-Toob focusing on historic locations. I'm thinking 12 to 18 months. I'll construct your Awning this winter (2023) and your Roof-Rack and Ladder next spring. My Build-Out will be via 2" Corning Ridged Insulation Foam as seen on N0MAD's U-Toob channel. You, and a handful of other presenters, provide a massive wealth of knowledge to us, the community of DYIers. Thanks so very much for your videos. They're worth MUCHO-ALLOT...........

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@Rafiki506VaDeRide]

Excelente y maravilloso trabajo!!!! Gracias

[@khill1101]

5 star bud! The rack looks great and I really enjoyed the video. I completely agree with Kyle Murray's comment. This is what KZbin was meant to be for.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks man!

[@StayFrosty0916]

Dude that rack turned out amazing. Keep up the great work. Gained a subscriber here

[@1TexasKid]

You’ve got some great skills. The only concern I have is metal on metal rubbing on the vehicle paint. Vehicle’s motor & movement naturally create vibrations. I worry that rust ( wear & tear) may develop. I generally keep my vehicles for over 10-15 years. However, there are areas of this country that rust easily develops, such as Chicago. Again, you are a skilled craftsman. Thanks.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks you! There is no metal to metal contact the five mounting points have rubber pads under them 30:32 and the front brackets have 3m double sided tape to prevent vibration and movement. 30:50

[@drivenyam]

That thing looks incredible. Nice job.

[@sevynblanes]

Wow dude good job this came out. Awesome!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks man!

[@DuckCreekGamingTTV]

LET"S GO! That sir is a KZbin video! That looks great!

[@DuanDao]

I’m completing my roof rack build and as much as i want to put in those slots i just don’t trust myself, you’re really steady and precise with your cuts. Just have the wind deflector to do now

[@davesanders9203]

Well, one thing's for sure! I'm not putting up any pics of my roof rack! Great job, as usual! And yes, I've used those "black oxide" screws for various project. NOT for outdoor use. This is what I do: 1. Removed them all. 2. Took 99.9% of the rust off with a wire wheel. Drill motor or bench grinder. 3. Cleaned them really good with something called "Awesome Orange". Any good cleaner/degreaser. 4. Then "pickled" then in white vinegar for a few min. Rinsed them off really good. Dried them right away. 5. Poked them in a piece of corrugated cardboard with the heads about an 1/8" above the cardboard. Cardboard was set up with pre-punched holes. Spaced about an 1 inch apart. 6. Then painted with flat black. I use Rustoleum Automotive flat black.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! Thanks for the tips!

[@bjlanders]

or buy stainless hardware...for none of the labour, and 10% greater cost....just a suggestion

[@MrJohney]

I'm impressed awesome build

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!!

[@MrJohney]

@@PatrickRemington your welcome! Can't wait to see more content

[@ge99ne]

Wow! The difference between your previous rack and this one is HUGE. Following the body like that is a massive aesthetic upgrade. I suggest you purchase or convince a vendor to donate a plasma cutter to your channel. You have not let the long grinder cuts stop you, but anything to speed up the process gives more time for more projects, and that's a win for me, on my couch watching your content. You can get really clean cuts using hardboard as in template. If you plan the cuts, any errant moves ends up on the waste side. I purchased a cheap 50 amp on Amazon for around 250, and it's already paid for itself. I Knew I would need slots on my gas skid project, and the thought of drilling and connecting all the holes was daunting. Please keep the great content coming.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! 🙏 yeah, i definitely need a plasma cutter! thanks for the tips!

[@alexandredias3411]

Wow, genius. Congratulations.

[@ninersman8064]

Amazing work

[@nunodeazevedo]

Fantastic work

[@3rdgenbestgen21]

that look really good

[@stevendahn5312]

And I learned a few new hacks. Well done sir!

[@kurtjensen7930]

I’m picky!! I think you did a fantastic job!!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@christophernash4674]

Man that looks great! Your tig welding has gotten really good too!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! Yeah things are starting to click with the tig welding!

[@christophernash4674]

You need to bring it to Fondren and let me check it out

[@josebriones4990]

Man!!!! This freaking sweet!!!!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@karimrugelsantillan7530]

hermoso trabajo, felicidades.

[@LimitOfN]

Probably the best home made roof rack I've seen. Certainly pro quality. Well done! I apologize for being that person, but it's exTrusion.

[@joyridaz]

So happy to see you using steel, I’ve been wanting to do this for a year now but don’t know how to weld aluminum and was never thrilled about bolting on the side rails to the feet.

[@ThisTall]

Helpful tip a powder coat guy once told me about, was if you ever need to bondo something you’ll want powder coated later, use JB Weld instead.

[@mitchellhernandez3363]

GREAT JOB!!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍💯💯💯💯💯👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@04JALD]

Great turn out. I think this is better then the mass produced roof rack. Looks really good

[@ppm6296]

The tape trick is "effing brilliant"! Great job. My only concern is galvanic corrosion that results from mixing aluminum with steel. I think it's far more of a concern in saltwater environments, but it's something to watch over time. Really great result though!!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! Yeah I'll definitely on the lookout for that. I am aware of the issues between dissimilar metals but not super concerned

[@picanto60]

Great job Pat. GBU!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@TedLamb-u3l]

Nice work! I gotta learn how to weld...

[@PatrickRemington]

Yes! I only regret not learning sooner!

[@OmarGarcia-bi7jq]

Your contour template was awesome 👍

[@brandonvinson9799]

The pits and dings from welding is called undercut (just for future videos)

[@PatrickRemington]

Nice! Thanks for the info.

[@Jeep79]

Masterpiece bro cheers from tampa

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@Jeep79]

I just bought last month the rack for my gladiator from motobilt is good look like prinsu but I wish be aluminum at least the cross member I really like to replace with the aluminum extrusion like you did bro any sujestion thx yaniel from tampa fl

[@Isaacmantx]

That is CLEAN!!!!!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! 🙏

[@covetthecamper2289]

Awesome build and great video coverage. I’m looking into a rack and rooftop tent for my ‘97 4Runner. 👍🏻

[@AnthonyGonzalez-lw1ek]

That is one clean rack great work much props

[@davidallsup2375]

Definitely doing this! Another awesome video. Thanks, Patrick!

[@ThisTall]

A possible low cost steel alternative to the aluminum extrusion you used here, is IKEA closet rod T-track. It’s much cheaper then the aluminum bought this way.

[@sdechc_jku2900]

Great job looks amazing! Your getting a lot better with the TIG. 🤘🏼👍🏼

[@finney861]

You always kill it. Great job man. Thank you.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thanks josh!

[@reaperperformance_aus]

Love the focus pulls on the b roll 😎

[@PatrickRemington]

I'm glad someone's appreciating my videography skills!! 😂

[@rainesmix]

So, I have been looking at building my rack as well, couple of things. Prinsu uses 1/4 aluminum for their frame depending on how many cross bars depends on how much weight it can hold. since your using steel, you could have gone with less gauge. but the issue with steel is it is more prone to rusting. I did see a rack that was interesting is that it was a basic frame, with thinner gauge to give it the arrow design look. another thing to remember is weight. to your comment I would look around and go stainless. but if you go with the idea, I have which is aluminum you don't have to weld just bolt everything together. then paint or powder coat.

[@bjlanders]

definitely the aluminum for anti corrosion, and the powder coat is key too, no bondo required.

[@MootsKLAdventure]

Man your builds are impressive! You've got me trying to figure out how to build one of these for my vehicle.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! 🙏🙏

[@Max-nh3gp]

Beautiful rack but this looks like a LOT of work. Great job!

[@jordongee2347]

This guy gets shit done, man, good work dude.

[@robstone370]

Awesome build of the rack ! How about a clear Lexan ( or better would be Polycarbonate - its much tougher and not as brittle, for stone chips etc ) wind deflector section with the light bar mounted behind it ? That would keep it out of the way and reduce even more wind noise !

[@PatrickRemington]

Yeah you could definitely do that as long as it's stiff enough!

[@mjoe877]

That turned out really nice!

[@rohinja4156]

wow great work well done sir.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@rohinja4156]

I been try to build one like you on my GX460

[@rohinja4156]

It alot work but I enjoy it fun to me.

[@rohinja4156]

Hello Patrick I just finished my roof rack on my Gx460. I want to show you I learn from you.

[@TheMichaelfoster05]

Man, clean build

[@PatrickRemington]

thank you!

[@Heinz76Harald]

nice! well done, sir.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@overlandtowater]

about to start my SAS with my mig 205DS yes welder Great video I also plan on building a rack like this for my suburban. Thanks

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! Nice! Im really liking the mig 205!

[@garyng5662]

Great work man. The tape for bolt holes and cardboard contour gauge are some awesome tricks.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!!🙏🙏

[@davidezwaaf1195]

Dude you’re amazing 💪🏼

[@PatrickRemington]

Haha thank you!

[@ReDnaAT]

That's veery good! thank you!))

[@KingKong-bo7nk]

Nicely done

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@ryanconley5978]

Outstanding job!!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@ellerypaz7538]

Great tutorial!

[@pedrocastillo4160]

Excellent Job !!! So inspirational!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@jbbritzy]

Well done man!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@hondafreak8613]

I wanted to build a rack of this design. Good job 👍 Gave good insight with little tools.

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@masonstruckadventure9368]

This is awesome I've been wanting to do prinsu rack myself. This looks beefier than a prinsu, excellent job dude

[@davesmith7906]

Nicely young man!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you sir!

[@s13danny]

Little tip on your first weld pass you can actually lay your filler wire in the bevel and walk the cup of your tig torch over it

[@brentmcmillan4347]

Great job!! Turned out nice and save you a bunch of coin.

[@ripdawg]

nice work man 👍

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you!

[@sleeks9939]

Came out really nice. I’ve been thinking of building one myself. I need to learn how to weld 😂 awesome work!

[@PatrickRemington]

Thank you! You totally should! Not hard to learn! I taught myself with the Help of KZbin!

[@vxphan2601]

Super nice. Will use some of your great idea to build mine. Thank you so much for sharing. I don’t have all of the good tools you have but I will try to use the aluminum rails instead of steel. Hope it work.

[@PatrickRemington]

Welcome! I hope it works out as well!