PrInSu Design Studio Roof Racks BS Thread

They can be made to. Like I said though. I have heard leer, A.R.E. and snugtop all say contradicting things. It makes sense to me that the since the reinforced area is a honeycomb underneath it could crush from tightening the bolts too much or from pulling up on the rack, but as far as spreading out the load accross the topper it makes more sense to have the weight over the reinforced area.

 

Ya I can understand that. I'll ask around my self and see what I hear

 

For what it's worth, on my factory new (2012) A.R.E. MX shell, with Yakima tracks, the tracks were mounted on the NON-Reinforced (NON-honycomb) section of the roof. I load it up 150 lbs. on many off-road camping trips and fiberglass is in perfect condition. No problems. As a side note, I recently had a phone call with A.R.E. regarding the reinforced section of roof. I am thinking of installing a small two-way hingeless vent, and wanted their advice. They described the honeycomb reinforced section of the roof as a paper product like cardboard. They said as long as I can effectively seal out water I should have no problems, conversely, failing to seal out water would result in big problems). Google searching for pics of the reinforced section turned up this picture:

 

I have a leer as well...I was told not to cut through that area...however because all the manufacturers are different, I would contact the specific brand and ask to be sure....

 

Looks right to me. I am sure mine has some issues cause I resealed it after I got it but am almost positive it had water getting in before that.

 

The order is in. The shop had a few days of downtime due to some equipment maintenance that I just found out about so they are pushing to get things done for me in a timely manner. They told me turn around time is at 10 days so we will see.

 

Have any idea when the powder coated racks will ship? I have a custom aluminum platform scheduled to be built and I need to have my roof rack installed prior to taking my truck in...sorry to bug you!

 

No problem. I picked them up today. I will be shipping them tomorrow. The powdercoater actually had them done on monday but called me and said they wanted to redo them because they wanted to improve the quality. They definitely did a great job.

 

I'm on staycation next week, hope to finally mess with mine...

 

Anxiously awaiting your progress.

 

Little something I have in the works. Making one for my dad's tundra now. My video making skills are a little lacking so go easy on that part.

http://youtu.be/z30pxu_3zJs

 

^^^^^ SIGN ME UP! ^^^^ (might have to wait and purchase that when I get back to the states, but I'm def interested.)

 

Holy crap!! That is by far the best and most versatile bed rack I have seen!!! Can't wait to see the finished product.

 

Damn can't see the video on mobile... guess I'll have to wait till I get home....

 

Wow.. that is an awesome design!

 

Killer work Zach; a truly functional and customizable design. Love seeing your product line grow and glad you continue to focus on sustainability. Cheers to you for continuing to apply your creative talent!

 

Hey Zach ever though of having decals for your racks to expend business?

 

He does - they come with the rack.

At least mine did.

 

oh didn't even know. lol
can't wait to order my cab and cap racks

 

Wow that looks awesome. Take my money now.