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1st gen front skid plate?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by sdk1968, Oct 17, 2023.

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  1. Oct 17, 2023 at 3:27 PM
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    anyone here have a affordable front skid plate suggestions?

    is there a Vendor on site?

    a good link?

    search fu gave me nothing.
     
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  2. Oct 17, 2023 at 3:33 PM
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  4. Oct 17, 2023 at 8:52 PM
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    Just as a FYI, the RCI doesn't cover the corners of the radiator. Huge miss IMO. This was the reason why I went with Skidrow Offroad.
     
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    These guys make some sick THICC skid plates. They're 3 piece, and cover radiator and sides of it, all the way behind the steering rack. They have options that go passed the transmission as well. Totally worth it, and for a lower cost than big brands. Check them out.

    https://instagram.com/doc.offroad
     
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  6. Oct 17, 2023 at 10:51 PM
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    Tons of options

    Links posted above, could even make your own

    Personal favorite are Budbuilt skids
     
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  7. Oct 18, 2023 at 5:54 AM
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    I saw this in person the other day (RCI). There is a good 2-3 inch area of the radiator exposed on both left/right sides.

    SkidRow also has a CAT guard option available (packaged with the trans skid).
    https://skidrowoffroad.com/collecti...ith-front-catalytic-converter-guard-1995-2004
     
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  8. Oct 18, 2023 at 1:50 PM
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    Purchased a stainless steel skidplate from 22REthan. Its an outstanding piece of works and still looks new after being on my vehicle for over 3 years.....yes, it has been bumped a few times. I believe you can email him at 22rethan@gmail.com and see if he still is making them.
     
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  9. Oct 18, 2023 at 2:18 PM
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    +1 for SkidRow
     
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    thanks guys! sent him an email & then looking at that one link as a fan.
     
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    Interesting. Any pix of this one?
     
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  12. Oct 18, 2023 at 5:49 PM
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    Snapped this today.
    IMG_4896.jpg IMG_4895.jpg
     
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    A lot
    Ive tried several times, he doesn't respond or I went to spam.
     
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    Its been about 3 years since I have ordered the skid from Ethan, not sure if he is still on the forums. I searched his last postings and this is what I have found. Unfortunately he may not be making them anymore, which is a-shame since the work and quality are outstanding.

    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...skid-plates-nepa.369111/page-39#post-25758190
     
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    Was the front mounting bracket that goes between frame rails supplied with the skid plate?
     
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  17. Oct 23, 2023 at 6:19 AM
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    same here...
     
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  18. Oct 23, 2023 at 9:01 AM
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    The front mounting bracket you see in the pic is a part of the Schrockworks bumper, there is a bracket from the factory that is there tho and should hold any skid plate up just fine.
     
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  19. Oct 23, 2023 at 9:14 AM
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    On the 21st I sent Ethan an email and he did reply back to me. I let him know that I posted pictures of his product on the forum and he may get some inquiries in regards to that. I also stated his plate is still alive and well on my vehicle and how much I appreciate the work done.

    Ethans Reply:

    "Thanks Bill. I haven't made any for a couple years and I haven't been able to get back to several folks who have inquired. That said, I do intend on making a batch before the end of the year and plan to reach out to those who have expressed an interest in ordering one".


    Thanks,

    Ethan
     
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    cool! will wait for him to cycle around. its not like it doesnt have one on it. :)
     
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