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DIY prinsu style shell rack

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by paranoid56, Nov 23, 2017.

  1. Jul 29, 2018 at 11:18 AM
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    backcountryj

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    Most folks will likely end up in the “all-in” range of $400-500+ range. Depending on number of bars and number/style of mounting feet.

    Still not a cheap rack option, but certainly cheaper than the bigger name brand.
     
  2. Jul 29, 2018 at 12:53 PM
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    Got the Prinsu CabRac installed today. Now I'm totally racked! My wife doesn't like it but, you know, she's a woman.

    IMG_20180729_152834.jpg
     
  3. Jul 29, 2018 at 2:23 PM
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    Looks good man!
     
  4. Jul 29, 2018 at 7:51 PM
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    Easy there Pilgrim, I think there are some gals on here. They be on you like , well you know. LOL. But truck does look good.
     
  5. Jul 29, 2018 at 8:21 PM
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    destin_meeks

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    Yeah, one of the best looking trucks on the forums belongs to a lady, @LadyRed specifically. And she has a Prinsu rack!
     
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  6. Jul 29, 2018 at 9:43 PM
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    Aw thank you!!
     
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  7. Jul 29, 2018 at 9:48 PM
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    What part of Ms you from ?
     
  8. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:10 PM
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  9. Jul 29, 2018 at 10:41 PM
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    Thats a good thang!
     
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  10. Jul 30, 2018 at 3:49 PM
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    No offense intended, there M'Lady. :oops:

    My wife is just one of those wives who thinks my truck is "fine the way it is" and I don't need to be spending money on mods.
     
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  11. Aug 4, 2018 at 5:17 PM
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    Any word on the next batch of cab rack bars?
    Got money burning a hole in my pocket!
     
  12. Aug 9, 2018 at 9:05 PM
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    So I am using Krylon rust protector premier and satin black.. after many coats of each and waiting a few days, I am still getting chips anytime anything touches the bars.

    Any ideas on paints or ways I can prevent this from happening?
     
  13. Aug 9, 2018 at 9:22 PM
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    Anodizing, powder coat, or automotive enamel + bake. You can also get some Thule or Yakima T-slot covers so any load slides on them instead of the paint.
     
  14. Aug 9, 2018 at 11:09 PM
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    i use wheel paint and a clear coat(s)
     
  15. Aug 10, 2018 at 8:36 AM
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    Thanks guys! I am going to try and get a buddy to powder coat them! Stay tuned haha


     
  16. Aug 12, 2018 at 10:27 AM
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    Self etching primer and rustoleum truck bed liner.
     
  17. Aug 12, 2018 at 5:18 PM
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    You have had a good experience with this? no chipping? How did you paint the hardware?
     
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    Alcohol Clean or mineral spirits then lightly sand depending on material and then self etching primer 2-3 coats let dry well and 2-3 costs bed liner. It just depends on what you expect out of it and how hard you use it.
     
  19. Aug 12, 2018 at 8:39 PM
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    looks good!
     
  20. Aug 14, 2018 at 12:51 PM
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