Sr5 skid plate

Might replace OEM steel skid plate on 2021 sr5. Let me know if you have one in good condition.

 

It’ll fit. Take off the air dam and it fits

 

What @Taco_Coma said. Any skid made for a 3rd generation Tacoma will fit once you take off the chin strap. Use the search mechanism to search the 3rd gen forum.

 

Yes, it's a rather dull skid plate...the one that comes with...



I love the result...



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Bullet Proof Fabrications.

https://www.bpfabricating.com/collections/accessories

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OMG, you're the second person I know that doesn't want the red letter TRD.

Part#

$450 PTR6035190 PTR60-35190

PTR6035190

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You can buy the TRD tow hook from Toyota. ARB also makes a front recover point.

 

LOL!

It's OK, I'm not judging.

Do what you feel...the passion is different for all of us.

EDIT...mine is an SR5 too...

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Late to the show. TRD style will fit on your SR5. it fits great on my SR. This is the one I ordered, no logo: https://www.ebay.com/itm/284212945845

 

I believe their are knock offs that come without the lettering. You can also remove the letters. I ripped one of the letters partially out on a recent outing.

 

TRD is just marketing bullshit, they sell TRD components as "upgrades" for many models hoping owners will buy deeply from the catalog.

Bolting on any TRD component is fair play: TRD shift knob, skid plate, exhaust tip, etc. Incorrect badges and decals will invite comments from the TRD Police.

 

So would it fit my sr 4x4?

 

Yes. All the 3rd gens are the same in this regard and many others.

 

Thanks! Definitely gotta change out this flimsy skid!

 

Post pics when complete...even do a play-by-play...which I mean, take photos/do video of what you think we would like to see as you install...lol!

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Those Demon brackets are for looks only, not rated or built strongly enough to actually yank or tow from. These are two options that will be much safer to use if you actually need them.

https://www.bpfabricating.com/collections/tacoma/products/tacoma-recovery-tow-hook

https://www.bpfabricating.com/colle...vy-duty-tacoma-recovery-tow-hook-drivers-side

 

My only concern is that they do not mention anything about the skid plate material except that it is aluminum. Most manufacturers will at least mention the thickness (.25” for OEM). I wish more would list the alloy. I also have heard complaints about the hardware that comes with the knock offs, but I don’t know they were specific to this manufacturer.

When I was skid plate shopping, the aftermarket aluminum skid plates were about the same price as the TRD skid: ~400, but the lead time on the TRD skid was way better so I went with it. The price of that TRD knock off is so low that I am concerned about quality. But maybe it’s just a good deal.

 

I think I’ve heard the criticism of demon brackets before. They do look a bit flimsy.

Even the OEM tow hook I have appears to be a one piece cast or forged hook with no welds.

 

I don't know anything about the skid plate you linked to so I can't give good input. The letters aren't super noticeable in my opinion, I have the TRD plate on my sport and it doesn't grab my attention or anything weird. I'd recommend spending money on what you think looks good but also what is functional. That skid plate will be better than the stock tin can that covers nothing and if all you need is the occasional protection from stuff getting thrown up or a poorly chosen path offroad you'll be fine.

 

I put a TRD skid on an 4cyl SR Utility. I popped the letters off, painted them the same color as the skid. Added some 3M tape to help hold them on. You’d never know there were any letters at all.