Transfer Case Skid Plate

Contrary to what this question sounds like, i am actually very competent in auto mechanics. I am however new to Tacomas and it was pitch dark when i looked under my truck for the first time last night. Im at work now so i cant look.

I noticed what looked like a black plastic housing, possibly the solenoid for the transfer case in about the middle of the truck. And, it was just sitting out there in the open with no protection. If it is what i think it is, seems like a weak link for a truck, nevermind an off road edition.

Has anyone had any issues with this getting caught on something?
What kind of protection have you added for this, if any.

Thanks guys, and great forum.

 

I've driven 4x4's of one variety or another since I got my license. Comparing the underside of my 15' TRD OR to any of them is rather depressing. They are incredibly vulnerable to having something jump up and grab them on the underbelly.

I highly recommend that you add a real set of skid plates to the underbelly. I look at it this way; I paid a lot of money for this truck so what's another $800 or so to protect it?

Start here:
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/307109-aftermarket-skid-plate-reviews.html

 

Thanks, ill take a read through that thread. I had an xterra before this. Although i thought it was to stiff to grab any real traction, the underbelly was well suited for being stock.

 

I need to finish that thread It was a work in progress but I didnt have enough time...

 

The solenoids are pretty tucked up there, I've not read about one person hitting it. The t case itself does hang down some and could hit a rock if you're going through nasty stuff.

I ran a skid from relentless fab, strongest one out there.