Well, one of the other things I had in mind is a front skid plate.

Ideas? Comments?

Just for kicks, here are some pics:



http://www.budbuilt.com/new/ifs.html



http://www.demello-offroad.com//cata...fc2e4e5d3e3b68



http://www.gadgetonline.com/OffRoad.htm



http://www.skidplates.com/Front_95_Tacoma.asp

http://www.skidplates.com/Images/TT/...m_rear_web.jpg
http://www.skidplates.com/Images/TT/Tacoma-RSP_5.jpg



http://www.tellico4x4.com/product_in...d1c55db8149808



http://www.downeyoff-road.com/BodyCo...kidPlates.html

Home built option:
http://www.ttora.com/forum/showpost....33&postcount=3

 

I have been looking also. I couldn't find the Gadget/Trailcarnage anywhere. The Demello looks nice. I like the way the front/radiator protection is a welded box. The skid rows look good. I swaying toward the BudBuilt.

 

I found this on another thread. They may have another option.

 

I saw that one. They use aluminum. I'm not convinced aluminum is the way to go.

Thanks to OP. This will be helpful since I'm trying to decide which to go with my rig. I think I like the Skid Row stuff the best. Looks like good rad protection and countersunk bolts. I also like their tranny and transfer skids too.

 

Get the Bud Built set up. It's the BEST you can buy.

 

Bud Built all the way.

 

Why do you think it is better than the others?

 

Well I have BB and would go that route again. Since my truck isn't lifted all that high I tend to spend a lot of time smacking large rocks with the skids. The BB's are built to handle abuse. I only wish they would make a fuel tank skid.

Also, BB offers two plates, one for the engine and one for the tranny/xfer case. To get the same protection from Skid Row you need to buy 3 plates. I have no experience with the others mentioned although Gadget stuff looks pretty HD too. With the Demello, those mounting bolts are gonna get wrecked real fast and be a pain to remove, not to mention no side stiffener. Unless it is 1/4" steel, that plate will flex more than you want it to.

Read these threads:
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f2/s...unners-122978/
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f2/o...-built-101908/
https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f31/...runner-111956/

 

Great post. that's the info I was looking for. After seeing that I'm want to get the bub built set. Cheaper and appears to offer better protection.

 

Lots reason why I'd say go Bud Built but the biggest would be belly coverage for the cost. Bbeb asured that these things are SOLID too.

Plus, Bud's a good guy to talk to and work with.

 

It definately seems that way. It was helpful to see the extra pics from the other thread. Especially the side shot.

 

Rasta4x4 has an option.

I found out that the 3rd generation 4Runner’s is the same as the HiLux. I do have skids for the HiLux.

Here are the prices:

Full Set: $1,008

Front Skid $392

Gear & Transfer $312

Fuel Skid $328

Regards,

Dorel Maller
orders@rasta4x4usa.com

 

What are the specs (material, etc) for those skids? I checked out the Rasta site and there isn't much info, just nice pics.

 

i just replaced my broken stock one, budbuilt.com 265 shipped.

 

Trailcarnage (Tom) hasn't made anything in a while IIRC.

 

http://www.rasta4x4usa.com/skidplate...-Lux%20(Vigo)5

 

Thats a shame, I love my Trailcarnage belly skid. Much easier rinsing out mud than the Bud built one.

 

speaking of TC skidplates, mine may be up for sale shortly...I'm thinking $400 for the pair - shipping might be a bear, however.
contact me for more details...
aaron

 

I love my BudBuilts, they are heavy but they can take a beating.