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TRD Factory Skid Plate

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by ngsx468, Jun 25, 2018.

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  1. Jun 25, 2018 at 1:23 PM
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    Hi Everyone!

    I think I am leaning towards purchasing a factory TRD skid plate. . .any feed back from anyone? I am not going to do any super hardcore off roading but I think I would like to have some extra protection. I think the price is right (I was quoted 380.00, but I have a 15% off coupon through costco), and I don't have to pay for shipping, just pick it up. I know there a lot of great after market options out there, but I think for the price/value it will work.

    I would love to hear everyone's thoughts!
     
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  2. Jun 25, 2018 at 1:27 PM
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    Protection from what?
     
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  3. Jun 25, 2018 at 1:28 PM
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    Just rocks and crap that I could potentially hit and damage the motor area.
     
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  4. Jun 25, 2018 at 1:30 PM
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    Like on paved roads? Maybe the occasional gravel backroad? The TRD plate will work well for that application.
     
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  5. Jun 25, 2018 at 1:31 PM
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    Gravel backroads, hard packed desert conditions, probably the extent of it.
     
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  6. Jun 25, 2018 at 1:33 PM
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    Yup. You good. Anything that would be putting the weight of the truck against the plate would need something a little more hardcore, but just against road garbage the TRD will cover it.
     
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  7. Jun 25, 2018 at 1:35 PM
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    Scratches, dents, and a lot of miles
    Nothing a hammer can't fix :thumbsup::anonymous:
     
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    got yeah. yeah, won't be doing any rock crawling or anything like that. Just going to use the truck to get away and get to some camping spots!
     
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    I have not heard of that company! I am going to check it out!! Thank you for the heads up!
     
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    i agree with @rjbiii, it would be cheaper to get just about any aftermarket skid plate. plus added protection if you ever do decide to go wheeling.
     
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    Why, why are you yelling? :(

    For real though, +1 for just saving the money and getting a steel plate.
     
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    LOL. Sorry about that. I won't let that happen again!! (damn, just did it again).
     
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    And you can lift off it with a floor jack
     
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    I like that the TRD skid has the access panel for oil changes. Doesn’t come with the bad ass skull like the one above though, if that’s your thing.
     
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    Mobtown skid has the access door and no bullshit cut outs
     
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    I'd skip the silly skinny OEM plate and get a real one that connects with additional pieces of armor should you need them later. RCI's skid plate starts at $275 and has options for powdercoating and/or 1/4" aluminum (which saves weight). And yes, an access door is essential. The front skid is one thing but if you really need that you probably want/need additional pieces for the transmission, transfer case, controller arms, differential etc. These fit together perfectly and act together as a group. My $0.02!

    https://rcimetalworks.com/2016-Tacoma-Front-Skid-Plate-TACO-16-01.htm
    https://rcimetalworks.com/16-18-Tacoma_c52.htm
     
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