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2.5" OR 3" lift still has TRD PRO skid plate

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by TRD_dee151, Feb 10, 2024.

  1. Feb 10, 2024 at 10:35 PM
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    Who all still has 2.5" to 3" lift and was able to still keep there OEM TRD Pro skid plate on? I here some people loose the skid plate then I also see pics online with trucks still having the Pro skid plate on?
     
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  2. Feb 10, 2024 at 10:38 PM
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    I have a 4” lift and the oem skid plate. Never been an issue.
     
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    Caused by diff drops and incompetent shops. Don't run a diff drop and its not even a concern. You can run a diff drop and pro plate as well but it makes contact with the mounts. So if you bash the plate, it bashes the diff upwards.
     
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  4. Feb 10, 2024 at 10:39 PM
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    The TRD Pro skid plate?
     
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  5. Feb 10, 2024 at 10:46 PM
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    Correct. The TRD aluminum skid plate.
     
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  6. Feb 10, 2024 at 11:00 PM
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    If you got any Pic can you post a shot of the front of your vehicle ?
     
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  7. Feb 11, 2024 at 7:38 AM
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    IMG_6386.jpg
     
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  9. Feb 11, 2024 at 10:47 AM
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    I don’t run a Diff Drop. I have an Elka 2.5 IFP lift with DK UCA’s.

    I have an Icon RXT w/overload and 1” of my lift is tire height. 3.5” is the suspension.

    I get off road a bit but my baby does not rock crawl so to speak so washouts and off camber fun is the only times things get funky.

    save to say once I get sliders on I’ll likely trip into more “fun”.
     
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  10. Feb 11, 2024 at 12:20 PM
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    i been looking at the ironman 4x4 Nitro Gas Suspension Lift Kit Suited for Toyota Tacoma 2005+ - Stage 2
    probable going to go with 3''
     
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  11. Feb 11, 2024 at 1:06 PM
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    Sounds good to me. I’m not super familiar with Ironman products so I can’t speak to them.
     
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  12. Feb 11, 2024 at 1:13 PM
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    A suspension lift has no effect on how the skid plate is mounted. If you want one in there just bolt it on and go about your business.
     
    crazysccrmd, Feb 11, 2024
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  13. Feb 11, 2024 at 1:16 PM
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    this! :headbang:
     
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