1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: 2006 Tailgate two piece handle Mounting basket on camper shell Anyone seen a better deal on a Accessory power module than 450? Which cabin air filter have you bought? 2012 Toyota Tacoma Transponder Key Needed Trouble finding 2 parts

how to fix cracked skid plate

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by joe.trujillo11, Dec 26, 2011.

  1. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:28 PM
    #1
    joe.trujillo11

    #1
    joe.trujillo11 [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Dec 26, 2011
    Member:
    #69410
    Messages:
    7
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    joe
    tucson az
    Vehicle:
    05 tacoma sport
    hey everyone had a question cant really find it anywhere does anyone give me advice on how to fix my cracked stock skid plate when im driving on the freeway the cracks make an awful rumbling noise cuased from the wind so if any one could help thanks...
     
    joe.trujillo11, Dec 26, 2011
    #1
  2. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:29 PM
    #2
    04LTtacoma

    #2
    04LTtacoma Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    May 15, 2010
    Member:
    #37190
    Messages:
    11,268
    Gender:
    Male
    Oregon
    Get a new skid plate. lol
     
    04LTtacoma, Dec 26, 2011
    #2
  3. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:30 PM
    #3
    08bluetacoma

    #3
    08bluetacoma Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    May 25, 2010
    Member:
    #37828
    Messages:
    226
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Dave
    Ontario, Canada
    Vehicle:
    07 SR5 Rad Red
    6 inch fabtech alpine stereo flowmaster exhaust
    the silver one or the crappy engine skid?
     
    08bluetacoma, Dec 26, 2011
    #3
  4. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:31 PM
    #4
    NelsonTacoma

    #4
    NelsonTacoma This is my derpawayinator!!!!!

    Joined:
    Mar 25, 2010
    Member:
    #33969
    Messages:
    2,081
    Gender:
    Male
    Tucson, AZ
    Vehicle:
    06 PreRunner TRD Sport 03 4Runner Limited 4wd
    Bilstein 5100's , 6000k HID Hi/Low Kit, Magnaflow Muffler, 1.5 inch AP Wheel Spacers, Mudflap Delete
    :eek:
     
    NelsonTacoma, Dec 26, 2011
    #4
  5. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:32 PM
    #5
    MonkeyProof

    #5
    MonkeyProof Power Top

    Joined:
    Oct 7, 2008
    Member:
    #9774
    Messages:
    12,612
    SoCal- SGV
    no fix..

    order a aftermarket skid plate...

    my AllPro skid plate has served me well through years of abuse. there are many companies that make a aftermarket skid plate for our tacomas and they are all good quality..so it comes down to personal preference!
     
    MonkeyProof, Dec 26, 2011
    #5
  6. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:33 PM
    #6
    joe.trujillo11

    #6
    joe.trujillo11 [OP] Member

    Joined:
    Dec 26, 2011
    Member:
    #69410
    Messages:
    7
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    joe
    tucson az
    Vehicle:
    05 tacoma sport
    its the silver one
     
    joe.trujillo11, Dec 26, 2011
    #6
  7. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:35 PM
    #7
    08bluetacoma

    #7
    08bluetacoma Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    May 25, 2010
    Member:
    #37828
    Messages:
    226
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Dave
    Ontario, Canada
    Vehicle:
    07 SR5 Rad Red
    6 inch fabtech alpine stereo flowmaster exhaust
    1. take it off
    2.attempt to repair with such products as- JB weld
    3. buy a new one
     
    08bluetacoma, Dec 26, 2011
    #7
  8. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:35 PM
    #8
    babytruck

    #8
    babytruck Babytruck, babytruck...I've got a babytruck :)

    Joined:
    May 17, 2011
    Member:
    #56797
    Messages:
    8,974
    Gender:
    Female
    NorCal
    Vehicle:
    2010 Barcelona AC 4x4 4.0 6spd
    Duct tape. Duct tape fixes EVERYTHING!! And if you use the silver colored one it would match. Har.
     
    babytruck, Dec 26, 2011
    #8
  9. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:37 PM
    #9
    MonkeyProof

    #9
    MonkeyProof Power Top

    Joined:
    Oct 7, 2008
    Member:
    #9774
    Messages:
    12,612
    SoCal- SGV
    x2..

    double wrapped foil is stronger then the stock silver one haha
     
    MonkeyProof, Dec 26, 2011
    #9
  10. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:41 PM
    #10
    08bluetacoma

    #10
    08bluetacoma Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    May 25, 2010
    Member:
    #37828
    Messages:
    226
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Dave
    Ontario, Canada
    Vehicle:
    07 SR5 Rad Red
    6 inch fabtech alpine stereo flowmaster exhaust
    [​IMG]


    Problem solved:cool:
     
    08bluetacoma, Dec 26, 2011
    #10
  11. Dec 26, 2011 at 8:54 PM
    #11
    92LandCruiser

    #11
    92LandCruiser Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Feb 20, 2010
    Member:
    #31761
    Messages:
    8,317
    Gender:
    Male
    Nevada
    Vehicle:
    80 series Land Cruiser
    Cummins, tons, 40s
    Contact a welder. Drill the end of the crack. Have welder weld the crack. Flap disc to weld. Good as new, functionally.
     
    92LandCruiser, Dec 26, 2011
    #11

Products Discussed in

Mobil 1 104361 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)
$29.67
VIAIR 88P Portable Compressor Kit (12V, 120 Psi, Forup to 33" Tires)
$90.01
Baofeng UV-5R Two Way Radio Dual Band 144-148/420-450Mhz Walkie Talkie 1800mAh Li-ion Battery(Black)
$17.98
Toyota Parts - TRD Pro Grill Tacoma (PT228-35170)
$350.29
Ford Genuine Ford Fluid XT-M5-QS Full Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid - 1 Quart , black
$33.47
Genuine Toyota 4Runner TRD PRO Matte Gray Wheels PTR20-35110-GR (Fits: 4Runner - Tacoma - FJ Cruiser) (4)
$1,180.00
M18 Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw - 2630-20 - ( MILWAUKEE ) - BARE TOOL
$83.00
Pair Set of 2 Front Lower Shock Absorber Bushings for Toyota Tacoma 4WD
$33.95
ABS Plastic Sheet 3-pack 12" X 24" X 0.0625" (1/16") 3 Pack, Black Haircell, for VEX Robotics Teams, Hobby, DIY, Industrial. Easy to Cut, Bend, Mold.
$21.99
E-cowlboy for Toyota/Lexus Crankshaft Damper Pulley Holding Holder Harmonic Tool with 2PCS Crank Bolts
$21.99
BTECH PC03 FTDI Universal Plug & Play USB Programming Cable, Baofeng, Kenwood Radios - Compatible with UV-5R, BF-F8HP, GMRS-V2, UV-82HP & More - Easy Setup, No Driver Needed
$22.49
Philips 9003 Vision Upgrade Headlight Bulb with up to 30% More Vision, 2 Pack
$19.89
GEARWRENCH Universal Pulley Holder - 3900 15"
$28.24
GPS Speedometer Slope Meter Multi-Functional Car HUD Head Up Display, Digital Inclinometer Level Tilt Gauge Angle Meter Indicator Latitude Longitude for DC5-28V Car Off-Road Vehicle
$46.99
Nilight Led Light Bar 2PCS 7" 51w 5100LM Red Round Spot LED Light Pod Off Road Fog Driving Roof Bar Bumper for Jeep Truck ATV UTV SUV, 5 Years Warranty
$44.99
GMRS Radio BAOFENG UV-5R Radio Battery USB Rechargeable Two Way Radio,GMRS Repeater Capable with NOAA Weather Alerts & Scan with USB Charging (Black-2Pack)
$44.99
Car Inclinmeter Level Tilt Meter, Digital HUD GPS Speed Slope Meter, Real-timie Speed, Vehicle tilt/Pitch Angle, Battery Voltage with HD LCD Display for Off-Road Vehicle
$53.00
ANCEL TD700 OBD2 Scanner Fits for Toyota Lexus Scion Engine Car Diagnostic Scan Tool All System Code Reader Transmission Fluid Temperature TPMS Relearn ABS Available for Some Models Only
$139.99
Midland® - T61VP3 X-TALKER - Two-Way Radio - 36 Channel FRS- Long Range Walkie Talkie, 121 Privacy Codes, & NOAA Weather Scan & Alert Black/Yellow, 2-Pack
$69.98
Power Probe BA10 Small Adapter for Toyota
$73.28
ENERGY SUSPN Energy Suspension 8.10106G Rack & Pinnion Bushing Set
$64.81
AEM (30-4110) UEGO Air/Fuel Ratio Gauge
$166.29
Sovol SV06 3D Printer Open Source with All Metal Hotend Planetary Dual Gear Direct Drive Extruder 25-Point Auto Leveling PEI Build Plate 32 Bit Silent Board Printing Size 8.66x8.66x9.84"
$189.28
Thule Xsporter Pro Multi-Height Aluminum Truck Rack
$1,049.95
Nilight 9" Round Offroad LED Driving Lights with DRL 2PCS 140W 15560LM IP68 Spot Flood Combo Work Light with 12AWG DT Connector Wiring Harness Kit for 4x4 Jeep Truck ATV UTV SUV, 5 Year Warranty
$224.99
MARBERO Portable Power Station 88Wh Camping Lithium Battery Solar Generator Fast Charging with AC Outlet 120W Peak Power Bank(Solar Panel Optional) for Home Backup Outdoor Emergency RV Van Hunting
$99.21
Hiluckey Solar Charger 25000mAh, Outdoor USB C Portable Power Bank with 4 Solar Panels, 3A Fast Charge External Battery Pack with 3 USB Outputs Compatible with Smartphones, Tablets, etc.
$46.99
BAOFENG UV-5G (UV-5X) GMRS Radio, Long Range Rechargeable Two Way Radio with NOAA Weather Receiving & Scanning, GMRS Handheld Radio for Adults, Support Chirp, 2 Pack
$49.99
Philips 9003 MotoVision Motorcycle and Powersport Replacement Headlight Bulb, 1 Pack
$22.10
Cocoon CPG5BK GRID-IT!® Accessory Organizer - Small 10.25" x 5.125" (Black)
$16.48
Vantrue N4 Pro 3 Channel 4K WiFi Dash Cam, STARVIS 2 IMX678 Night Vision, 4K+1080P+1080P Front Inside and Rear Triple Car Camera, Voice Control, GPS, 4K HDR, 24 Hours Parking Mode, Support 512GB Max
$299.99
Diode Dynamics SS3 LED Fog Light Kit compatible with Toyota, Tacoma 2016-2023, Yellow SAE Fog Sport
$279.95
Throttle Response Controller 9 Drive Modes Smart Electronic Racing Accelerator Compatible with Toyota Tacoma FJ Cruiser 4Runner Hilux Prius Fortuner Innova Prado
$55.99
MOOG K80827 Front Lower Suspension Ball Joint for Toyota Tacoma
$23.43
Detroit Axle - 2 Front Lower Ball Joints for 2005-2019 Toyota Tacoma Lower Ball Joint 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Replacement
$26.72
TEMCo TH0006 Hydraulic Electrical Cable Lug/Terminal Crimper Kit with 18 Die Sets 12 AWG - 00 (2/0) (5 US TON)
$149.94
RAM Mounts RAM-B-367U Motorcycle Handlebar Clamp Base with M8 Bolts with B Size 1" Ball
$12.99
API Clamps (4 Pack) Silver Compatible with Toyota Tacoma - 2005 & Newer - Mounting Channel Track Truck Topper Cap, Camper Shell
$41.00
Xenon Depot Reverse light System, XTR LP License Plate Light Bar, Universal Flush Mount, fits Any US-Spec Plate Mounts (1x XD.LED400 1x WP322)
$86.75
SiriusXM SXV300V1 Satellite Radio Vehicle Tuner - Add to Any SiriusXM-Ready Car Stereo
$59.00
Dorman 65220 Oil Drain Plug Standard M18-1.50, Head Size 19Mm Compatible with Select Models
$4.79
Gardner Bender GS-388 Electrical Pliers, Crimper & Cutter, Comfort Grip, Aluminum & Copper Wire, Hand Tool, 8 in. , Red
$14.01
To Top