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Catalytic converter theft deterrent options?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Crobran, Mar 18, 2021.

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  1. Mar 3, 2022 at 10:06 AM
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    Talon2006

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    I run them through a sander is 120-180 grit. To get a polish you would need to wet sand with an orbital sander then finish with a buffing pad.

    Shaun
     
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  2. Mar 3, 2022 at 10:11 AM
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    Thank you. Any issues with the heat retention? Asking because I am in South East, and competition seemed to have more holes? Sorry if it has been answered. I to like the security of the 1/4" plate.
     
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  3. Mar 3, 2022 at 10:22 AM
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    Oh look, another mod....

    Stainless can be used at much higher temperatures than Aluminum which can become very soft above about 400 degrees. As long as your aluminum plate is a few inches away from the cat and has holes/slots for ventilation, you should be fine. But stainless steel is better.
     
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  4. Mar 3, 2022 at 11:04 AM
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    No issues with heat retention reported. On my F-150 plate I have towed 11,000 pounds a few times without issues.

    While this is true.... I have never had my plate get that hot. Generally I can put my hands on them.

    At the same time, keep in mind the thicknesses of the plates when comparing cutting one vs the other. Sure, stainless steel of the same thickness is better, but if its a fourth the thickness is it going still be harder to cut...?
     
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  5. Mar 3, 2022 at 11:11 AM
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    This is awesome, an undercarraige wash would still get the salt off. Some of the other ones would block the water spray.
     
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  6. Mar 3, 2022 at 11:18 AM
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    Do I need to coat these or is bare aluminum okay?
     
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  7. Mar 3, 2022 at 11:22 AM
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    If you live in the rust-belt, spray it with a heavy black spray paint. If you don't, leave it bare aluminum. Who's going to see it?
     
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  8. Mar 3, 2022 at 11:57 AM
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  9. Mar 3, 2022 at 12:08 PM
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    Oh look, another mod....

    The screw/bolt holes are in different locations. Sure, it could work, but you'd have to do some drilling.

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  10. Mar 3, 2022 at 12:22 PM
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    good catch
     
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  11. Mar 3, 2022 at 6:10 PM
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    After some research, I purchased a Talon Garage Cat Shield for my 2021 Tacoma TRD Sport 2wd. It arrived in 3 days. Unboxing it had all the parts plus some “winglets” that I figured out went on the front. Installation was easy. I did it by myself in about an hour. This shield requires no drilling. The provided bolts fit holes already there. Speaking of the bolts, they are all 3/16 socket hexhead. I loosely installed the main plate and then installed the winglets up front then the wings on the side. After I got everything in place I tightened it all up. I’m very happy with the way it looks and protects the cats. Talon2006 answered all my emails and was great to work with. Would highly recommend his product! BCE18EFD-BF3C-40A5-BCE7-625B6A8D1B91.jpgDB49A3FE-6659-4C92-AA80-6BE230C5B9F7.jpg
     
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  12. Mar 4, 2022 at 12:22 PM
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    Bravisimo So many mods, very little money.

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  13. Mar 4, 2022 at 2:38 PM
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    Not sure about getcat, but Talon validated his on 2nd Gen. As I recall.
     
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  14. Mar 4, 2022 at 4:01 PM
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    Bravisimo So many mods, very little money.

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    @Talon2006 can you confirm that I can use the shield made for 4wd 2005-2015 Tacomas on my non 4WD?
     
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  15. Mar 8, 2022 at 6:53 PM
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    Nice! Did you go aluminum or steel skid?
     
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  19. Mar 8, 2022 at 8:32 PM
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    NP. I think they just came out in the last week or two. How do you like the RCI skids?
     
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  20. Mar 8, 2022 at 8:43 PM
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    I already have the full steel skid set up. Just bought the aluminum cat protection in black powder coat to match.

    [​IMG]
     
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