Should I have base plates professionally installed?

I'm trading in my current vehicle (close to 100k miles anyway) and leaning towards a 2012 Chevy Traverse or Explorer of same year. I'd really like Honda Pilot because it's lighter but honda and Remco do not warrranty (although the site also says it can be done).

I may try to do it myself if I can find time. It gives my boys an opportunity to learn these things. :)