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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by OCtacoMD, Jul 16, 2021.

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  1. Jul 16, 2021 at 7:31 AM
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    seems like prinsu racks are the only “fitted” style roof rack that i can find, is there any kind of cheaper option for one that follows the body lines like the prinsu?
     
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  2. Jul 16, 2021 at 10:22 AM
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    Sorry, this is probably not the response you were hoping for but wanted to echo the same question. Looking at rooftop mount for 2 kayaks that use the design that already exists for mounting on the roof. Hope you get a response, but the Prinsu does look good, just sooo expensive.
     
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  3. Jul 16, 2021 at 10:42 AM
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    Sherpa Equipment Co. should meet your needs also, but I don't think you'd save any money. I believe you can buy them direct or from C4 fab
     
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  4. Jul 16, 2021 at 10:53 AM
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    I just put my Martin Offroad rack on last night. Very similar to the Prinsu. I ordered on 6/30 and it was delivered on 7/15 - not a bad turnaround considering July 4th fell right in the middle. Everything seems to be high quality. A nice touch was that each cross member was individually wrapped to prevent them rubbing on each other during shipping.

    https://martinor.com/shop/foundation-rack-1
     
    Dank Donkeh Luvver, Jul 16, 2021
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  5. Jul 16, 2021 at 10:54 AM
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    Looks super nice
     
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    I found this on ebay. Not endorsing it or anything because I know nothing about it but another option to consider. I'm going to check out those others also.
     
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  7. Jul 16, 2021 at 11:00 AM
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    i’m sold! that look good and fit the price
     
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  8. Jul 16, 2021 at 11:01 AM
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    Victory 4x4 also makes a nice rack.
     
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  9. Jul 16, 2021 at 11:30 AM
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    Looks good. Do you have a pic from the top showing the crossbar nearest the shark fin? Are they adjustable at all? My 11/19 MFG date has the fin moved foward (ie. the OEM rack isn't an option).
     
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  10. Jul 16, 2021 at 11:33 AM
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    I love my prinsu rack - no complaints!

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  11. Jul 16, 2021 at 11:47 AM
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    The rear bar has to be mounted vertically. Its close but doesnt touch 20210716_144512_HDR.jpg

    20210716_144529.jpg
     
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  12. Jul 16, 2021 at 11:54 AM
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    Thank you! Actually that's better for my issue as my fin is moved about 2" foward from that. How's the install on the Martin Rack?
     
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  13. Jul 16, 2021 at 12:41 PM
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    Install is pretty much exactly the same as the Prinsu (I watched a prinsu video) and is pretty easy. It basically boils down to:

    1. Pull up roof weather stripping/molding and remove the tape covering the factory bolt holes, drill/cut holes in the weather stripping/molding for the spacers
    2. Assemble roof rack
    3. Put silicone in the bolt holes, place spacers on, then place your assembled rack on roof and bolt down.
     
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    Too bad these don't come with predrilled molding. Every install video I've seen, they made mess when drilling.
     
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    ARB Bumper, SOS sliders, SOS rear bumper, SOS skid plate. OME Lift. Some other stuff.
    Victory
     
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    Maybe, maybe not. You could clip the little metal band from underneath and then hole punch it i suppose.
     
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    Gentlemen, thanks to this forum, I just purchased a Martin offroad roof rack. It will be primarily for transporting two kayaks, on 11' one 10.4. I am looking for J-hooks to do, folding, but they all seem to be a bit different in their mounting style and requirements. has anyone installed j-hooks on their Martin rack?
     
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