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1st gen skids by RAT Products! I'm back! Cheapest ever!

Discussion in 'Automotive Group Buys' started by RAT PRODUCTS, Jan 24, 2016.

  1. Feb 9, 2016 at 10:37 AM
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    Masi99

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    Can you give me a shipping quote on the 3 piece skid and fuel take skid to 13662.
    1/8" for both. Thanks
     
  2. Feb 9, 2016 at 3:00 PM
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    Sure thing!
     
  3. Feb 11, 2016 at 10:17 AM
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    Ryan ,can you put me down for the 3 piece skid and fuel tank skid. Both 1/8" for my 04 xtra cab.
     
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  4. Feb 11, 2016 at 3:14 PM
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    Updated!
     
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  5. Feb 15, 2016 at 6:56 AM
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    How much for a 1/8th transmission and transfer case skid shipped to 08759? Already have your rack coverage and it fits GREAT!!
     
  6. Feb 15, 2016 at 3:52 PM
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    $240.
     
  7. Feb 16, 2016 at 7:25 AM
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    Alright man, I'm in. Please put me down for a 3 piece set (1/8th) + fuel skid. Going on my '03 extra cab- stoked!
     
  8. Feb 16, 2016 at 9:33 AM
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    Sounds good to me sign me up
     
  9. Feb 16, 2016 at 11:08 AM
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    Do you have any images or drawings of what the angle iron reinforcement would look like on the transfer case skid.
     
  10. Feb 16, 2016 at 1:23 PM
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    I have been wondering the same thing?
     
  11. Feb 16, 2016 at 1:26 PM
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    You should make one for a 1st gen tundra. There are very few out there and I really need one as the stock skid covers nothing.
     
  12. Feb 16, 2016 at 2:22 PM
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  13. Feb 16, 2016 at 8:40 PM
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    I'm debating between the 1/8 in vs the 3/16 in. Have you had any issues with the 1/8 bending?
     
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  14. Feb 16, 2016 at 8:51 PM
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    Interested in this as well. Wonder if the thinner w/reinforced t case would be a good solution?
     
  15. Feb 17, 2016 at 4:53 AM
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    You can bend any thickness skid plate depending on the situation. I know plenty of people happier than a pig in mud with the strength of the 1/8". Weekend wheelers typically get them. If you wheel hard and fast a lot, 3/16" would be better. My opinion is I'm much happier bending my skid plate instead of my drivetrain.
     
  16. Feb 17, 2016 at 2:51 PM
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    Eh, see my Build Thread sig link. Too many mods to list.
    I'm just concerned about the weight and what it'll do to my get-up-and-go. Bigger tires, Sliders, sandbags in back for traction, me...then add 3/16" skids. Will anything actually happen when I press down on the accelerator after all this?

    I foresee a possible re-gearing in my Taco's future.
     
  17. Feb 17, 2016 at 3:21 PM
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    It will feel like another little person riding with you. I didn't notice too much of a difference just adding skids, but skids, sliders, bumpers, and 33s does make a difference. Most noticeably for braking.
     
  18. Feb 17, 2016 at 5:05 PM
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    you make a good point i'll go with the extra protection
    Can you sign me up for a full set of 3/16th please!
     
  19. Feb 17, 2016 at 7:27 PM
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    All added, thanks!
     
  20. Feb 17, 2016 at 7:48 PM
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    Are you accepting deposits or waiting till a later date?
     

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