Help with roof rack install

I wanted to reach out to anyone that lives near the Lynnwood, WA area that has experience in installing a Prinsu style rack. I was planning on getting a Prinsu ordered from CBI at the beginning of May and have them install it on May 29th. I plan to be in Twin Falls visiting family and Idaho Falls (where CBI is located) is only 2 hours away. Another option is to buy a Martin roof rack and install it myself which would save me about $500, the difference between the cost of racks and install. If I go the Martin route, I could use some expert help installing it on top of my cab. I would, of course, put it all together myself. I would pay someone to help me or do a trade, like a fishing trip, or I might have some parts, gear, or equipment you may want. I can work out the details with you. Thanks in advance.

 

The Martin is $465 + shipping and about 2-3 weeks lead time. I ordered my prinsu from truck brigade for $679 w/free shipping and no tax. The rack drops ships from Idaho falls to your door in 2-3 weeks. Good luck!

 

Super easy man. Just a bunch of allen head bolts. Roof has factory holes that are tapped over.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QKcoUSID24

 

I get it and I watched all the install videos. Just need a second hand and assistance.

 

Gotcha. Thanks for clarifying. I'm not around this weekend, but some weeknight I'd be happy to lend a hand.

 

Much appreciated. I'll be at least 3 weeks out until it gets here and getting it installed.

 

Thanks man. I need to decide which one to get now

 

I'm seriously having a hard time deciding which rack to get. The Martin is going to cost me $550 shipped with an extra crossbar. This the Prinsu worth the extra money?

 

got a link to the "Martin" google can't find it for me...

 

I wouldn't mind helping out in exchange for beer and some tips in fishing up here in the NW.

I have a front runner with expedition rails. Having those side walls has helped keep shit secure on more than one occasion

 

He doesn't have a website. The only info I have gathered was from TW. I typed in Martin Roof Rack in the search bar and saw it on a couple of threads. Here is a link below where a guy posted some pics on his white 3rd gen. It's about halfway down the thread.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/pennsylvania.10467/page-1733#post-20269625

 

Yeah there are a bunch of dead links and I found a thread where a few people mentioned he might not be making them Anymore. Do you have confirmation from him you can get one and the lead time? If not, would just get the prinsu or wait for that new company UP TOP, not released yet but it looks like an awesome system.

 

I would be more than happy to make that deal I appreciate the offer.

 

I installed mine by myself in about an hour and a half. Super easy install, just a matter of bolting things together and making sure to use silicone in the pre-tapped holes. The only time I wished I had help was when I lifted the rack onto the roof.

 

I contacted him before I ordered my Prinsu. Although his thread got locked, he is indeed still selling them. Just send him a message. I opted for the prinsu because i ultimately wanted the original with CBI’s awesome warranty and customer service. Plus, these racks are tried and true, while not much info is out on the Martin racks.

 

Thank you for your feedback. That's a good looking setup bty.

 

The lead time is 3 weeks for the Martin rack. Up Top does look pretty sick but spendy though.

 

Ordered the Prinsu through Truck Brigade just now. Thanks for the help everyone.