Thx Tom. Yes, I have a rock sliders install video in the can and will be releasing it by Wed. I’m editing the 34’s going on and hope to release it by next weekend.
Hadn’t thought about that but I believe it would; it would be insanely hard to get in there to cut it out. I think the low-life perps stealing catalytics would see it and just move on.
Haaa! He makes me look good doing stupid things. In the end, it’s good brother time, and we tend to have a ton of fun. We’re heading out this weekend; we’ll see who gets stuck, breaks something, or catches the most air 😄
Something rotted off my 4Runner yesterday. I believe it was a rear skid plate, but looks different from that one, but this video helped me identify it. Thanks!🙏🏻💕
Thank you La Pis, I honestly appreciate the positive feedback. I took a break from publishing due to a knee injury, but will be posting more very soon. Thx again.
My oem gas tank skid is damaged on my 4th gen from offroading wonder if the 5th gen gas tank skid would fit my 4th gen lots of things cross over from 4th and 5th gen I will have to give cbi a call
@@aired-downoverland9239 yeah its odd to me also because the 5th gen and 4th gen are the same platform lots of people take 5th gen Items and install them on 4th gens
What gauge steel is the rear skid plate? How much is it to replace….mine went from the very rear curved up to cover the gas tank on my 94 Sidekick..and all the way with large flat steel to the front of the rear tires…from the US. Mine was stolen by a welder that replaced the gas bar…skid plate brand new black wrought iron steel heavy steel…he knew what the quality it is
Thank you 🙌. Keeping the slip joint of your drive shaft is important regular maintenance, especially if you Offroad in dusty conditions AND if you do regular water crossings. 👍🏻
Is it easy? Well, I have a lift, so I’d say yes. If you’re having to do it on the ground it would be a pain, but definitely do-able, and you don’t have to do it that often. Speaking for myself, I wouldn’t let it stop me from running the CBI skids. There’s also the side benefit of the skids making it harder for someone to steal your cat. converter.
Looking into skid plates to detour catalytic converter thieves. How hard would it be for someone to steal the catalytic converter with this skid plate?
Aren't those braces "crash bars"? Do the new skid plates have the strength to replace those? Although I am not an automotive engineer I did construction engineering and honestly I don't think that is a good idea to remove and not replace those braces.
You’re removing hollow tube with a 3/8 sheet of steel, I’m personally 100% confident in the structural integrity. On top of that, CBI has been in the business a long time and know how to engineer great gear. If there were structural issues with their skids, you’d have heard about it; social media is hyper critical
Great vid and love the CBI skids - it’s unfortunate you end up with that huge gap up front by the radiator where the front plastic shielding gets removed. Really awesome though
Attach your plastic filler to your plastic bumper and then mark where that piece would make contact with the foam or skid plate. Cut there and then secure with zip ties if you need
Good job on the video. Looks like you have a nice shop too. A car lift is on my bucket list. Do you know if CBI makes these for KDSS models? Their website does not mention KDSS.
The two post lift is a game changer! If you start looking at them, make sure it’s rated to the USA standard and not Europe or other countries. I’d call CBI, they’re super helpful and will get you a quick answer.
Sorry for the delayed response, I've been out putting dents in the skids. I chose not to because I knew I would be taking them off on a semi regular basis to pound out dents and to clean them. This is easy for me due to the lift I have. If I didn't have it I would likely have used blue threadlock for sure...I'm a fan of both 3M and Locktite
I’m considering a guard for the rear dif, it’s getting pretty chewed up from rock hits. I just replaced the rear lower control arms for the same reason, one was bent and the mounting tabs on the axle were bent. 👍🏻
That fuel tank skid did not look like a vary good fit or protection i may omit that one and leave the factory one. great video i'd love to know if you can change the oil without too much of a mess. Great video as usual!
The CBI skid is considerably more protection than stock. My brother is running the same skids and it saved his tank. We had to pound it out but the stock would have folded like paper. Yes, changing oil is SO nice with a lift. You do need a standing oil drain. Maybe I’ll do a video that.
@@aired-downoverland9239 I meant thru the access panels on the skids. I always use a lift and some of the holes are a bit off causing a huge mess. thanks thou!!!!
Felt the same way. RCI seems like it would provide better protection. CBI plate looks like it exposes part of the tank, I can see something popping up, like a branch or whatever and puncturing the tank. The RCI provides full coverage preventing something like that from happening. Even the stock provides full (but weak) protection from that scenario.
Any overheating issues? The main reason why I’m highly debating a skid palate is not because I do hardcore rock crawling but because the area I live in has seen an increase in catalytic thefts
I have the same truck. I just bought the TRD front plate toyota OEM piece. You think it will work with the CBI plates? Meaning just omit the front one and get the other mid skid plates?
Christian, unfortunately I haven’t tried that on mine or friend rigs, so I don’t really know. If you can get CBI on the phone it should be a quick answer. I hope it does work!
I just installed mine and had trouble tightening the same bolt that you did. I received two carriage bolts rather than hex bolts. Strange they’re still sending out the carriage bolts :(
No filler plates and no plastic piece. In my 34’s video (where the tires are mounted) at the end I drive over the camera, which gives a great view of the front skid
Great video. The only thing that I don't like is the removal of the two angled OEM braces for that frame cross-member. Those are there for torsional rigidity of the frame and CBI should've just designed the centre skid plate around them.
You’re replacing two hollow braces mounted in two locations each side with a massive sheet of steel mounted in multiple locations; more support, not less. Good question though 🙌
The CBI Skid provides the same coverage and is exponentially stronger. The stock unit is more of a cover as it would push into the tank with a decent hit. My CBI skids have plenty of scrapes, but no dents, and they’ve taken plenty of hits.
Why doesn't the vehicle already come with those skid plates? Great install though. Thanks for the video. Your brother linked your channel in his video. New sub.
Thanks for joining. Your question is a good one and one I’ve asked myself. I can see an SR5 or Limited not including skids, but the TRD OFF-ROAD and TRD PRO should include them. They include a rear locker, so the vehicle is intended for aggressive off-roading. Come on Toyota!
Anybody know if there’s a way to install these on a 2010 4Runner? It’s a 5th gen but seems a lot of these won’t work for some reason. I did the front end conversion to 2018 model, lift kit, wheels and tires, etc. really want one of the new skid plate’s but not sure if I can make it fit..
Uggg, this video annoyed me. Only because I realized all the things I want to do, I can’t afford. I don’t know what I did wrong in life, but I certainly don’t have the money to do what I would like. Oh well, nice rig and I do enjoy your informative uploads.
Dave, I feel ya. I’ll share with one way I was able to finance my build, I sold a motorcycle I didn’t really want to sell. Just start your build and chop away little by little. Wishing you the best in your adventure.
That skid plate for the fuel tank does not offer enough protection. I have a friend that has the same skid plate for the tank and he had a stick go right into the front part of the tank!
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Another super helpful, super clear instructional. Hope there are more to come - thank you!
Thx Tom. Yes, I have a rock sliders install video in the can and will be releasing it by Wed. I’m editing the 34’s going on and hope to release it by next weekend.
@@aired-downoverland9239 look forward to the rock sliders
Great job skids plates and sliders are for sure essential in my opinion
Totally agree. The damage under mine (pre-install) is testament of that. 👍🏻
Great video. This is high on my punch list of upgrades for my 5th gen.
It’s a must in my book...especially after missing a few rocks without.
Will the transmission skid plate prevent the catalytic converter from being stolen?
Hadn’t thought about that but I believe it would; it would be insanely hard to get in there to cut it out. I think the low-life perps stealing catalytics would see it and just move on.
Good question sir. You deserve one extra hit point
This is why I’m here lmao
Someone cut ours off last weekend
More content please. Especially with your brother...he's the real reason why you have so many views. The dude's legit !
Haaa! He makes me look good doing stupid things. In the end, it’s good brother time, and we tend to have a ton of fun. We’re heading out this weekend; we’ll see who gets stuck, breaks something, or catches the most air 😄
Lol
Something rotted off my 4Runner yesterday. I believe it was a rear skid plate, but looks different from that one, but this video helped me identify it. Thanks!🙏🏻💕
Very glad it helped 🙌
I love how cbi has access panels to service your engine and transmission without removing the skids
ME TOO, especially since I just did an oil change.
@@aired-downoverland9239 I also noticed there thicker and heavier them most if not all companies thst make aftermarket offroad skids
I have RCI full skid and planning to get CBI. Any comments about to grease the drive shaft and universal joint?🙏
@@TheKmkmchannel I have not seen any aftermarket skids ever in the way of Greasing U Joints
Looks great appreciate the video as always and awesome entertainment 😅😅 lol at the Bloopers
Thank you so much 😁
Awesome. Thank you for taking the time to make a GREAT video. Much appreciated.
Great video! You’re good at showing and explaining things well. 👍🏼
Thank you La Pis, I honestly appreciate the positive feedback. I took a break from publishing due to a knee injury, but will be posting more very soon. Thx again.
My oem gas tank skid is damaged on my 4th gen from offroading wonder if the 5th gen gas tank skid would fit my 4th gen lots of things cross over from 4th and 5th gen I will have to give cbi a call
I actually don't know, but my guess is they're different.
@@aired-downoverland9239 there actually the same Few companies including C4 Industries and Even CBI offroad Let me know
Oh nice I wish cbi had gas tank skids for my 4th and 3rd gen
They don’t make them for 4th Gen??? That’s surprising, it seems like there would be a market for them.
@@aired-downoverland9239 yeah its odd to me also because the 5th gen and 4th gen are the same platform lots of people take 5th gen Items and install them on 4th gens
@@aired-downoverland9239 when I contacted cbi last month they have everything but the gas tank skid
Loving the armor! Thinking I should get some for the Silverado...which I find has fewer aftermarket options than traditional off-road vehicles 🤷
You can’t go wrong with armor. Even around the homestead I bet there are opportunities to ding up the Silverado
@@aired-downoverland9239 oh man yes! I've beat up some trucks around here 😬🤣
What gauge steel is the rear skid plate? How much is it to replace….mine went from the very rear curved up to cover the gas tank on my 94 Sidekick..and all the way with large flat steel to the front of the rear tires…from the US.
Mine was stolen by a welder that replaced the gas bar…skid plate brand new black wrought iron steel heavy steel…he knew what the quality it is
The ones I have are made by CBI, they are 3/16 inch steel. Check their website for the latest pricing. Bummer that yours got stolen.
I think you did a good job. I am fixing to do this same job. Thanks for posting.
Mine saved the underside of my rig this weekend; they’re worth their weight in gold (gold =protection) 🙌
Great Video! I have RCI full skid and planning to get CBI. Any comments about to grease the drive shaft and universal joint?🙏
Thank you 🙌. Keeping the slip joint of your drive shaft is important regular maintenance, especially if you Offroad in dusty conditions AND if you do regular water crossings. 👍🏻
@@aired-downoverland9239 I mean is that easy to grease the drive shafts and u-joint when CBI skid plate on?
Is it easy? Well, I have a lift, so I’d say yes. If you’re having to do it on the ground it would be a pain, but definitely do-able, and you don’t have to do it that often. Speaking for myself, I wouldn’t let it stop me from running the CBI skids. There’s also the side benefit of the skids making it harder for someone to steal your cat. converter.
@@aired-downoverland9239 awesome! Thank you.🤜
Nice job, might have opted for Grade 8 or even stainless hardware , find those are the trouble, especially if you have to remove them
Great thoughts for an upgrade. In fact, I think I’ll upgrade them to grade 8 sooner than later. Thx for the comment and idea.
Thanks for the video.. do you recommend that thread locker like loctite be used on the hardware?
Michael, yes I do, the blue, not red
Looking into skid plates to detour catalytic converter thieves. How hard would it be for someone to steal the catalytic converter with this skid plate?
Very difficult! If they were able to cut it out, it would take a long time since access to the cat. is partially blocked.
Holy crap - I live in rural Maine and stealing a catalytic converter never occurred to me. What a world!
Aren't those braces "crash bars"?
Do the new skid plates have the strength to replace those?
Although I am not an automotive engineer I did construction engineering and honestly I don't think that is a good idea to remove and not replace those braces.
You’re removing hollow tube with a 3/8 sheet of steel, I’m personally 100% confident in the structural integrity. On top of that, CBI has been in the business a long time and know how to engineer great gear. If there were structural issues with their skids, you’d have heard about it; social media is hyper critical
very clean
Great vid and love the CBI skids - it’s unfortunate you end up with that huge gap up front by the radiator where the front plastic shielding gets removed. Really awesome though
Thank you, and I agree they could have (should have) done something to close that gap.
Agree
Attach your plastic filler to your plastic bumper and then mark where that piece would make contact with the foam or skid plate. Cut there and then secure with zip ties if you need
Yeah didn’t like that big gap either, especially right under the radiator.
RCI makes a filler plate
Good job on the video. Looks like you have a nice shop too. A car lift is on my bucket list.
Do you know if CBI makes these for KDSS models? Their website does not mention KDSS.
The two post lift is a game changer! If you start looking at them, make sure it’s rated to the USA standard and not Europe or other countries. I’d call CBI, they’re super helpful and will get you a quick answer.
@@aired-downoverland9239 Yep I did call them and they confirmed they do work with KDSS.
I noticed you didn’t use lock tight on the hardware. Does CBI not recommend that or you didn’t feel it necessary?
Sorry for the delayed response, I've been out putting dents in the skids. I chose not to because I knew I would be taking them off on a semi regular basis to pound out dents and to clean them. This is easy for me due to the lift I have. If I didn't have it I would likely have used blue threadlock for sure...I'm a fan of both 3M and Locktite
Well done, thanks! Do you plan to do the rear diff? That's the only thing I've ever hit so far!
I’m considering a guard for the rear dif, it’s getting pretty chewed up from rock hits. I just replaced the rear lower control arms for the same reason, one was bent and the mounting tabs on the axle were bent. 👍🏻
Helpful video.
No front recovery points?
I’ve since installed a Southern Style Offroad hybrid slimline front bumper with recovery points and winch
@@aired-downoverland9239 nice! 😎
That fuel tank skid did not look like a vary good fit or protection i may omit that one and leave the factory one. great video i'd love to know if you can change the oil without too much of a mess. Great video as usual!
The CBI skid is considerably more protection than stock. My brother is running the same skids and it saved his tank. We had to pound it out but the stock would have folded like paper. Yes, changing oil is SO nice with a lift. You do need a standing oil drain. Maybe I’ll do a video that.
@@aired-downoverland9239 I meant thru the access panels on the skids. I always use a lift and some of the holes are a bit off causing a huge mess. thanks thou!!!!
@@imzackson Solid point
Felt the same way. RCI seems like it would provide better protection. CBI plate looks like it exposes part of the tank, I can see something popping up, like a branch or whatever and puncturing the tank. The RCI provides full coverage preventing something like that from happening. Even the stock provides full (but weak) protection from that scenario.
@@imzackson a fumoto valve with a hose, no mess
I wonder how much time in total CBI has cost their customers with simple errors? 8 hours for just myself!
Understood. Sometimes those little errors, misalignments, missing parts, cost the consumer in a big way. Attention to detail goes a long way.
Any overheating issues? The main reason why I’m highly debating a skid palate is not because I do hardcore rock crawling but because the area I live in has seen an increase in catalytic thefts
No overheating at all. I also think it would do a good job protecting your catalytic.
Same for me! Denver is becoming the catalytic theft hub!
I have the same truck. I just bought the TRD front plate toyota OEM piece. You think it will work with the CBI plates? Meaning just omit the front one and get the other mid skid plates?
Christian, unfortunately I haven’t tried that on mine or friend rigs, so I don’t really know. If you can get CBI on the phone it should be a quick answer. I hope it does work!
Member braces are fully removed??
Yes, with the CBI full skids, those braces are removed. The structural integrity they provided is now provided by the rear skid.
I just installed mine and had trouble tightening the same bolt that you did. I received two carriage bolts rather than hex bolts. Strange they’re still sending out the carriage bolts :(
Glad you got them installed. I found it very frustrating having the wrong hardware for an otherwise simple install
No filler plate between the front skid and bumper? Or do you reinstall that plastic one?
No filler plates and no plastic piece. In my 34’s video (where the tires are mounted) at the end I drive over the camera, which gives a great view of the front skid
Great video. The only thing that I don't like is the removal of the two angled OEM braces for that frame cross-member. Those are there for torsional rigidity of the frame and CBI should've just designed the centre skid plate around them.
You’re replacing two hollow braces mounted in two locations each side with a massive sheet of steel mounted in multiple locations; more support, not less. Good question though 🙌
Nice. I'll look into getting this for my 4runner. I hate cat converter thieves! 😡
If they can get your cat off with skids installed, they’ve got serious skills 😏
Any concerns that the sides of the gas tank lose coverage and are more exposed with the aftermarket plate?
The CBI Skid provides the same coverage and is exponentially stronger. The stock unit is more of a cover as it would push into the tank with a decent hit. My CBI skids have plenty of scrapes, but no dents, and they’ve taken plenty of hits.
Instead of carriage bolts, can you get some hex=head bolts?
You could, but the carriage bolts are actually handy in that you only have to get a wrench on one end.
Why doesn't the vehicle already come with those skid plates?
Great install though. Thanks for the video. Your brother linked your channel in his video. New sub.
Thanks for joining. Your question is a good one and one I’ve asked myself. I can see an SR5 or Limited not including skids, but the TRD OFF-ROAD and TRD PRO should include them. They include a rear locker, so the vehicle is intended for aggressive off-roading. Come on Toyota!
Did you guys have any issue in the bolt close to to drive shaft cause ours was too close to it and might hit it
No clearance issue there for me.
@@aired-downoverland9239 got it thank you. Just kinda scared that the drive shaft will hit it if the vehicle flexes or smthng
Lmfao still learning to count 😂😂
Where did I get do you know
I like the quality of my RCI skid plates and rock slider`s. CBI looks a little lighter duty.
I can attest they’re not light. That said, I think both, and a few other mfrs make some really nice gear
I would like to buy the mid skid plate from you
Go to cbioffroadfab.com/
How do get this full skid plate for my 2019 Tacoma 4wD
There are several companies you can research: CBI, RCI, and others.
Does anybody know the total weight of the front skid plate? I've looked on their website and can't find anything.
I don’t know but would guess it’s around 35 lbs
Anybody know if there’s a way to install these on a 2010 4Runner? It’s a 5th gen but seems a lot of these won’t work for some reason. I did the front end conversion to 2018 model, lift kit, wheels and tires, etc. really want one of the new skid plate’s but not sure if I can make it fit..
I’d call some of the manufacturers, they’re in the best position to know if they’ll fit your 2010.
Would it not affect the cooling system of the engine? Just wondering, but im impressed very clear and detailed video.Thanks a lot.
No impact to the cooling whatsoever; it’s been worked hard in high 90’s F without issue.
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Awesome, thank you!
Uggg, this video annoyed me. Only because I realized all the things I want to do, I can’t afford. I don’t know what I did wrong in life, but I certainly don’t have the money to do what I would like. Oh well, nice rig and I do enjoy your informative uploads.
Dave, I feel ya. I’ll share with one way I was able to finance my build, I sold a motorcycle I didn’t really want to sell. Just start your build and chop away little by little. Wishing you the best in your adventure.
That skid plate for the fuel tank does not offer enough protection. I have a friend that has the same skid plate for the tank and he had a stick go right into the front part of the tank!
Which tank skid do you prefer?