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2016 Ted offroad skid plate replacement

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Daewooguy5.56, Jan 13, 2021.

  1. Jan 13, 2021 at 1:18 PM
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    Daewooguy5.56

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    I'm looking to replace the 2 piece splash guard that came on my 2016 Trd offroad. I'd like to put a factory trd offroad skid plate. Will the current generation fit my truck?
    The one that will fit (ptr6035160) is discontinued.
    I'm open to other suggestions but they must come with mounting hardware as some of mine is missing.
    Thanks in advance.
     
  2. Jan 13, 2021 at 1:46 PM
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    St0rm-Tr00per

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  3. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:24 PM
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    Daewooguy5.56

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    I have not. What makes that different than the part in my OP?
     
  4. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:27 PM
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  5. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:29 PM
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    Daewooguy5.56

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    Well yes that's the newer version. I cannot get a straight answer if it will fit my 2016 tacoma.
     
  6. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:31 PM
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    It will fit ... the difference is the red TRD inlay


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  7. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:32 PM
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    Perfect that's what I needed to know.
    Thank you sir
     
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  8. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:35 PM
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    I have the TRD skid plate on my 2020 OR. I’m almost positive all 3rd gens (2016+) are identical as far as fitment. It’s a nice upgrade over the splash guard and an easy install.
     
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  9. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:44 PM
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    Glad to help
     
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    500 bucks for that factory skid? Might as well get nice aftermarket ones
     
  11. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:51 PM
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    Do you have a direct bolt on suggestion?
     
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    It also fits all 6 lug 2nd gens as well
     
  13. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:56 PM
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    There are many. Most have a stronger design than the TRD skid plate, but generally there is a long lead time and the install is slightly more complicated. The price was about the same when I bought my skid plate (~$400). Aluminum is significantly more expensive than steel, so make sure you are comparing apples to apples.
     
  14. Jan 13, 2021 at 2:56 PM
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    If your a weight weenie aluminum is very nice
     
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    Yeah I was hoping to find something in stock ready to go. My current splash guard is in bad shape and needs replacement.
     
  16. Jan 13, 2021 at 3:09 PM
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    check local forums, lots of people part those out when they sell the trucks
     
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    Ya that was the deal breaker for me. I like instant gratification. I waited 5 long months for my rock sliders. At the time I bought the TRD skid plate, I didn’t understand the design differences between it and the aftermarket choices. They bolt directly to the frame instead of using the long spacers that the TRD skid plate uses. So far it hasn’t failed me, but I somewhat regret not being patient and getting an aftermarket skid plate.
     
  18. Jan 13, 2021 at 3:18 PM
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    Lots of options. Go aftermarket and as local as possible. Support USA made products especially in today's world. Pony up and do not go Chinese knock off.
     
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    That’s a pretty good deal!!! ... I paid about $350 for mine at the dealership.
     

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