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Front skid plate

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Bryce Dahlstrom, May 19, 2023.

  1. May 19, 2023 at 10:29 AM
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    Bryce Dahlstrom

    Bryce Dahlstrom [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Just 1.25 inch spacers so far
    What front skid plates will fit a 2003 Tacoma with a diff drop?
     
  2. May 19, 2023 at 2:22 PM
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    Bivouac

    Bivouac Well-Known Member

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    Remains to be seen I bought the tires and wheels the rest came along
    How good are your fabrication skills ?

    Just how thick of a skid plate do you want? What style are you looking for?
     
  3. May 19, 2023 at 5:34 PM
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    Kwikvette

    Kwikvette Well-Known Member Vendor

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    Many, just look at the skid plate you're interested in and go from there.

    As for diff drops, I wouldn't bother as they're useless.

    They rotate the angle of the diff more than anything and could actually cause more wear to the bushings on the mounts.

    If you're afraid for your cv axle boots due to having a lift, invest in some new boots and do the boot slide mod.
     
  4. May 19, 2023 at 8:15 PM
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    TACOTU3

    TACOTU3 Well-Known Member

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    I have a 4xInnovations skid and it clears the diff drop fine. Really beefy too, I love it.
     
  5. May 19, 2023 at 8:19 PM
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    Nessal

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    I got skidrow plates and they work great.
     

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