Cracks in Prinsu Rack

[DShindig]

Yup, this! We see if a lot at work too... alum mfg. Alloy, temper, and bend radius. Thicker material needs a larger bend radius (wider press brake die) to avoid this. But, I'd consider it a cosmetic blem since you are only going to be supporting a couple hundred pounds at best on that rack.

Yeah, that's the general consensus I am getting from a few of the local metal shops. One was pretty surprised it wasn't cleaned up a little because it looks bad and doesn't instill confidence in the rack. I was a little nervous about it because we have a 4 person RTT and didn't want to get out in the desert and have it snap. Feeling better about it from all the replies here. Now if I could jus get them to reply...

 

[DShindig]

So did Prinsu sell their rights or merge with CBI? I didn't hear about this.

Here is the press release from them, I think Prinsu is keeping a shop in Utah that sells off-road gear as well:

prinsudesignIdaho Falls, ID (June 20, 2017) - CBI Offroad Fab is excited to announce the acquisition of Prinsu Design Studios, a privately owned, Utah-based company which designs, develops, and builds roof racks primarily for the Toyota vehicle market. CBI Offroad plans to continue offering the same great roof racks and accessories that Prinsu is known for while improving the overall customer experience. One of the biggest focuses will be on reducing lead times so that product is on the shelf and ready to ship. CBI Offroad will retain the current Prinsu name and all current products that are offered. “We are so excited for this opportunity to sell and distribute the Prinsu brand of racks,” said Nathan Wright, CBI Offroad CEO and co-owner. “Zach has built an incredible product that functions very well and looks great on all of our Toyota vehicles! We are excited to build on this foundation that he has started by adding new product lines and improving product availability to enthusiast all over! Our goal is to continue to add to the excellence that Prinsu Design Studios is known for and broaden the application of these highly functional racks.” The transition will take place over the next two months, including moving the company operations from Utah to CBI Offroad’s headquarters in Idaho Falls, ID.

 

[DShindig]

I have the same on my new Tacoma rack but they are not cracks they are either stress marks or their press brake has scratches on the die. Either way I think you have zero to worry about. Below is a pic of the marks they don't show up as well due to lighting but they are the same....

Thanks for the pictures. That looks pretty much like mine. One is worse than the others but I am thinking it should be fine. It's a really nice rack regardless. They do need to make a cool matching ladder tho.

 

[Titanpat57]

Really? It's not that way in my aluminum boat. Anywhere. Plenty of pieces where it has not cracked. I don't know what this is...but quality aluminum and proper tools does not produce cracks in material like that.

If my $60k aluminum boat had that....it would still be on the dealer lot.

.02

I don't think you're talking the same gauge material...my guess would be yours is considerably less thick then the rack...I think it's 1/4".

 

[Vinsil]

Could be. I stand corrected. :thanks:

 

[DShindig]

I don't think you're talking the same gauge material...my guess would be yours is considerably less thick then the rack...I think it's 1/4".

yeah, the rack is 1/4" thick aluminum.