Really appreciate the close ups and videos showing delicate matters and know hows. I was able to copy it all the way with minimum issues. Thank you!! 😊
Thank you you tube for recommending this video today after my wife and were talking about how I need to get these and install them on my 4 Runner yesterday.
I’m so glad I got these. Another person I know just got their catalytic converter stolen the other night. Crazy. These are totally worth it, unless you’re going to do full skid plates. Thanks for watching!
Those security bolts that you wanted four of are only supposed to be used on one end of that tubular brace - the end that sandwiches the cat shield between the tubular brace and the body of the truck. See pics on the CR site.
This video was very helpful, especially when you reviewed the tools you used. This was not an easy install for a novice and I had to make several runs to the hardware store to get deep socket bits, etc.
I’m sure you’ve tightened all the bolts and have the rubber pad installed right side up. Mine have not rattled but I know that can be annoying. Hope you can solve the rattle!
Did you notice a rattle from the driver side catalytic converter resting against the driver shield? I dropped the shield down a bit...now no rattling noise.
@@sunroomstudios8487 yes…the rubber was placed on the shield and is still there but it doesn’t rest against the vehicle frame…its alignment or degree of bend is off…rendering useless.
With my 2024 trd pro, the cross bar bent side is hitting the protector plate so it’s very hard to screw in the bolts and security key bolts. Cross bar will not align flush with the plate and cross member. I noticed older 4Runner models cross bars align flush and flat with the plate on the key bolt side
That sounds frustrating and I don’t really know why that is. According to CaliRaised it should fit 2024. Any chance you hit and bent your cross bar slightly? I’m sure you tried bolting the key bolt side first. How about a temporary longer bolt to get everything aligned, then replace one bolt at a time? Hope you got it working!
Thanks for a very detailed video.... It made my installation soooo much easier :-).... I believe that the two special screws that come with the kit for each side should go together where the bar overlaps the shield, instead of putting one on each side of the bar. It makes sense, because this is the only area where the original screws are not long enough to grab sufficient thread.
Very nice video. What are the bolts spacers for then? because I see them slide in the sluts all the way in. Will 2 washers 1 normal size and 1bigger work better rather than the spacers? Just curiosity
The spacers do serve a purpose. The brace holding the transmission up has recessed areas for the bolts. The recessed area is not large enough to accommodate the shield, otherwise the shield would have to be narrower and weaker. I wouldn't use washers, the spacers do a great job getting the bolt head out of the recessed area to allow the shield to hook onto. With thinner metal of a washer, even stacked washers, it's more prone to deforming. You'd also have to use stainless steel washers to prevent rusting. You could use washers if you had to, but I think the spacers are high quality and would really try to use them instead of washers.
@@sunroomstudios8487 I was thinking that, I have not seen the real space on the braces my self but I saw the spacers sliding in. Do they rattle inside or not the spacers or they get tight once all is wrenched tight? I just receive my kit and will installed them once I have a good weather day. I appreciate your info, advice and concern.Thank you
@@geronimopascuale9208 Once everything is tightened, everything fits snug and there is no rattling or movement. Even nearly a year later, nothing has loosened. So glad I got these and don't have to worry about it. Good luck on your install, let us know how it goes!
@@sunroomstudios8487 I just installed my kit last Sunday and it went very good. I did not have a 13m deep socket to tight the nuts because the new bolts are about 1'' longer than the OEM ones and because it was Sunday everything was close in my area, I had to use extra stainless steel washers to finish tightening.another thing is that I use the 2 security bolts in the front of the brace and rather than 1 on one like in the video and I did not use the jack at all but I notice a heavier 1/8'' clearance but all is secure. I think the jack will have made it tighter but at the same time it will change the original shape of the brace. Just my opinion. ahhh also the driver side rubber bumper did not quite align with the under chassis/body of the truck but it's in perfect place and does not rattle because I put a heavy undercoat protection to the under body of the truck. all in all am very happy with the product. Hope they make for the Toyota Tundras as well and defiantly will order. Cheers
I actually didn’t notice that until you mentioned it. Yes, mine touches the catalytic converter on the driver side also, near the CR logo. It doesn’t look like it’s causing an issue with fitment though. I’m sure it gets super hot, another reason to not paint it! Thanks for watching!
I don’t have any vibration on mine. I guess I’d double check the rubber bumper is installed correctly (larger side up) and tighten all bolts again. Good luck!
@@sunroomstudios8487could you happen to measure the spacers measurements for me? I’ve found some on RUclips. 3/8 x 3/4 x 1/4 inch or 3/8 x3/4 x 3/8inch.
@@sunroomstudios8487 I bought the 3/8 x3/4 x 3/8 and installed them on Sunday. Worked perfectly. Cali Raised reached out and said those are what they send out so all is good.
I'm glad to have found your Chanel. The shield manufacture didn't suggest lock tight for the two SS torque type bolts? Also, would the manufacture supply extra SS bolts and a second key bit if requested?
I have not found a recommendation for Locktite, but I think some sort of Fluidfilm or anti seize compound is always good. I haven’t had any loosening of any of the bolts so far. Cali Raised LED sells security hardware separately for LED bars. Not sure if they are the same as the Cat Shield hardware. You could contact them to check. They’re a great company and I’m sure they could get you some extra bolts if needed. Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it!
I inquired about this, as my key bit twisted and broke apart when I was installing the first shield. They gave me an Amazon link to the key bit. It’s just a standard Torx T40H bit. $5 on Amazon.
Driver side one Its too close to cat and vibrates when I stop y any red light etc. Any tips to resolve this. Did I installed it correctly. Its a Trd Pro 2020
Make sure that little circular rubber bumper is not up side down and that all bolts are tightened and didn’t loosen with driving. Hope that helps, otherwise you can try contacting Cali Raised and they may have other recommendations. Mine is 2018 TRD OR so maybe there are subtle variations with fitment?
I had the same issue...I dropped the shield down a bit...now no rattling noise. The round rubber bumper was aligned incorrectly by Cali-Raised and rendered it no use. The metal shield was up against the body.
Some aftermarket skid plates partially cover the catalytic converters, and some design updates now have wings that improve coverage. You’d need to check specific brands and compare their coverage. I thought of skids instead of the shields but ultimately decided on keeping the factory skids and going with the shields due to price.
The long bolts are stamped “LE USA” which I’m fairly sure means Lake Erie Products, made in US. The yellow gold finish and 6 hash marks on the head implies Grade 8, which is the highest grade SAE bolt of tempered medium carbon alloy steel. Not cheap hardware, this is good stuff!
I'm so glad to live in a place where catalytic converters don't get stolen.
I'd like to check out Antarctica one day.
Really appreciate the close ups and videos showing delicate matters and know hows. I was able to copy it all the way with minimum issues. Thank you!! 😊
Thanks! I appreciate it! Glad it helped!
Thank you you tube for recommending this video today after my wife and were talking about how I need to get these and install them on my 4 Runner yesterday.
I’m so glad I got these. Another person I know just got their catalytic converter stolen the other night. Crazy. These are totally worth it, unless you’re going to do full skid plates. Thanks for watching!
Excellent install explanation video!
Glad it was helpful!
Those security bolts that you wanted four of are only supposed to be used on one end of that tubular brace - the end that sandwiches the cat shield between the tubular brace and the body of the truck. See pics on the CR site.
Good to know! I added a new note in the description for this. Thanks!
This video was very helpful, especially when you reviewed the tools you used. This was not an easy install for a novice and I had to make several runs to the hardware store to get deep socket bits, etc.
Thanks for the feedback, I’m glad it helped! Nice job getting this install done!
My passenger side shield rattles annoyingly against the frame. Covers the cats pretty effectively though.
I’m sure you’ve tightened all the bolts and have the rubber pad installed right side up. Mine have not rattled but I know that can be annoying. Hope you can solve the rattle!
Did you notice a rattle from the driver side catalytic converter resting against the driver shield? I dropped the shield down a bit...now no rattling noise.
No rattling on mine. Was that little rubber disc in place in yours? Sounds like you got it to stop rattling though.
@@sunroomstudios8487 yes…the rubber was placed on the shield and is still there but it doesn’t rest against the vehicle frame…its alignment or degree of bend is off…rendering useless.
With my 2024 trd pro, the cross bar bent side is hitting the protector plate so it’s very hard to screw in the bolts and security key bolts. Cross bar will not align flush with the plate and cross member. I noticed older 4Runner models cross bars align flush and flat with the plate on the key bolt side
That sounds frustrating and I don’t really know why that is. According to CaliRaised it should fit 2024. Any chance you hit and bent your cross bar slightly? I’m sure you tried bolting the key bolt side first. How about a temporary longer bolt to get everything aligned, then replace one bolt at a time? Hope you got it working!
Great video. Thanks.
I wonder if the cats retain more heat with these installed?
I worried a bit about that too, but this one had the most ventilation possible. I haven’t experienced or heard of any issues.
Even if they did, the whole point of the cat is to vaporize exhaust…with heat
Thanks for a very detailed video.... It made my installation soooo much easier :-).... I believe that the two special screws that come with the kit for each side should go together where the bar overlaps the shield, instead of putting one on each side of the bar. It makes sense, because this is the only area where the original screws are not long enough to grab sufficient thread.
That makes sense the security bolts go together. I should have tried that!
Very nice video. What are the bolts spacers for then? because I see them slide in the sluts all the way in. Will 2 washers 1 normal size and 1bigger work better rather than the spacers? Just curiosity
The spacers do serve a purpose. The brace holding the transmission up has recessed areas for the bolts. The recessed area is not large enough to accommodate the shield, otherwise the shield would have to be narrower and weaker. I wouldn't use washers, the spacers do a great job getting the bolt head out of the recessed area to allow the shield to hook onto. With thinner metal of a washer, even stacked washers, it's more prone to deforming. You'd also have to use stainless steel washers to prevent rusting. You could use washers if you had to, but I think the spacers are high quality and would really try to use them instead of washers.
@@sunroomstudios8487 I was thinking that, I have not seen the real space on the braces my self but I saw the spacers sliding in. Do they rattle inside or not the spacers or they get tight once all is wrenched tight? I just receive my kit and will installed them once I have a good weather day. I appreciate your info, advice and concern.Thank you
@@geronimopascuale9208 Once everything is tightened, everything fits snug and there is no rattling or movement. Even nearly a year later, nothing has loosened. So glad I got these and don't have to worry about it. Good luck on your install, let us know how it goes!
@@sunroomstudios8487 Fantastic and am glad it worked for you and that you like it. For sure I will update. Regards
@@sunroomstudios8487 I just installed my kit last Sunday and it went very good. I did not have a 13m deep socket to tight the nuts because the new bolts are about 1'' longer than the OEM ones and because it was Sunday everything was close in my area, I had to use extra stainless steel washers to finish tightening.another thing is that I use the 2 security bolts in the front of the brace and rather than 1 on one like in the video and I did not use the jack at all but I notice a heavier 1/8'' clearance but all is secure. I think the jack will have made it tighter but at the same time it will change the original shape of the brace. Just my opinion. ahhh also the driver side rubber bumper did not quite align with the under chassis/body of the truck but it's in perfect place and does not rattle because I put a heavy undercoat protection to the under body of the truck. all in all am very happy with the product. Hope they make for the Toyota Tundras as well and defiantly will order. Cheers
Hi , what material is better for cat shield ? Aluminum or steel ? Thanks
I’m a big fan of stainless steel for the cat shield. Thinner and stronger.
Thanks . i decided to buy the stainless one cost little more but feel much better
Great vid. Just finished my install and noticed the shield touches the cat on the driver's side. Do you have the same issue?
I actually didn’t notice that until you mentioned it. Yes, mine touches the catalytic converter on the driver side also, near the CR logo. It doesn’t look like it’s causing an issue with fitment though. I’m sure it gets super hot, another reason to not paint it! Thanks for watching!
I install mines and besides the shields touching the cat I also have vibration on that area when I stop you could hear it. Did you noticed that ?
@@jcredeyes I'm not detecting any vibration.
I don’t have any vibration on mine. I guess I’d double check the rubber bumper is installed correctly (larger side up) and tighten all bolts again. Good luck!
Driver side right against the catalytic too... Same issue on my Taco before the updated design they released.. great customer service though
Just got mine in and it’s missing the spacers. Are they necessary? Of course Cali Raised and Yota Xpedition are both closed today
That sucks. The spacer is important and will reduce any annoying vibration noise. I wouldn’t install without them.
@@sunroomstudios8487could you happen to measure the spacers measurements for me? I’ve found some on RUclips. 3/8 x 3/4 x 1/4 inch or 3/8 x3/4 x 3/8inch.
They are tough to measure accurately once installed, but they appear 3/8” rather than 1/4”. Hope you got hem installed alright!
@@sunroomstudios8487 I bought the 3/8 x3/4 x 3/8 and installed them on Sunday. Worked perfectly. Cali Raised reached out and said those are what they send out so all is good.
I'm glad to have found your Chanel. The shield manufacture didn't suggest lock tight for the two SS torque type bolts? Also, would the manufacture supply extra SS bolts and a second key bit if requested?
I have not found a recommendation for Locktite, but I think some sort of Fluidfilm or anti seize compound is always good. I haven’t had any loosening of any of the bolts so far.
Cali Raised LED sells security hardware separately for LED bars. Not sure if they are the same as the Cat Shield hardware. You could contact them to check. They’re a great company and I’m sure they could get you some extra bolts if needed.
Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it!
I inquired about this, as my key bit twisted and broke apart when I was installing the first shield. They gave me an Amazon link to the key bit. It’s just a standard Torx T40H bit. $5 on Amazon.
Driver side one Its too close to cat and vibrates when I stop y any red light etc. Any tips to resolve this. Did I installed it correctly. Its a Trd Pro 2020
Make sure that little circular rubber bumper is not up side down and that all bolts are tightened and didn’t loosen with driving. Hope that helps, otherwise you can try contacting Cali Raised and they may have other recommendations. Mine is 2018 TRD OR so maybe there are subtle variations with fitment?
I had the same issue...I dropped the shield down a bit...now no rattling noise. The round rubber bumper was aligned incorrectly by Cali-Raised and rendered it no use. The metal shield was up against the body.
Does a skid plate cover the CC?
Some aftermarket skid plates partially cover the catalytic converters, and some design updates now have wings that improve coverage. You’d need to check specific brands and compare their coverage. I thought of skids instead of the shields but ultimately decided on keeping the factory skids and going with the shields due to price.
@@sunroomstudios8487 Thank you.
Hi, do these shields fits for w/ kdss and without kdss?
Yes, works for both. This video is without KDSS. Thanks for watching!
I would just save a little more and get skid plates for that price lol
i did mine by my self takes 45 min.
Nice job!
Those long bolts are made of what 😢? Look sheep 😢😢
The long bolts are stamped “LE USA” which I’m fairly sure means Lake Erie Products, made in US. The yellow gold finish and 6 hash marks on the head implies Grade 8, which is the highest grade SAE bolt of tempered medium carbon alloy steel. Not cheap hardware, this is good stuff!
Good video, thanks!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!