How To Install the TRD Skid Plate on the 4Runner
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Күн бұрынA step by step process on how to remove the stock skid plate and install the TRD skid plate on the 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road (5thGen).
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@knguye11 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vid! Did my install today; thanks to your instructions. I did have to tap the two front bolts slots.
@jaimesegura5622 2 жыл бұрын
Love it guys easy installation process, thank you very helpful 👍
@classic-kool 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent job!
@kota11334 2 жыл бұрын
I just did mine yesterday. I don't like the idea how the radiator is exposed/open to road debris, so I put the bottom plastic cover on 1st then the skid plate over it. Looks good and gives it protection from outside garbage. I cut a long square piece with my grinder so it won't press on the back plastic clips of the TRD emblem. But those rear bolts are a pain. Left passenger bolt won't go in ! I ordered a metric tap thru Amazon to clean out threads. Some guy on KZfaq cleaned it out, and went in after with no problem. Hopefully will work for me !
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@rogerilamni 2 жыл бұрын
IMART: What metric tap did you buy from Amazon? Did it work for you
@kota11334 2 жыл бұрын
@@rogerilamni Sorry. Did I reply to ur question ?
@ronkisslingxie958 2 жыл бұрын
Nice and clean! Any video on putting up a bull bar to the 4Runners - the new model for 2022, not interfering with the front sensor?
@EXCELSIOR_INC 2 жыл бұрын
@ron kissling xie They interfere with the air bag sensors, and make crumple zones redundant you will feel the full brunt of the crash and get hurt real bad in a accident, I lived through one, barely Not to mention killing the other driver, who would have survived otherwise
@joshuacrews9446 4 жыл бұрын
Does this fit a 2016 SR5???
@22vigil37 3 жыл бұрын
Sick!🤙
@gm3430 2 жыл бұрын
Lucky guy- no rust! I broke 3 of the bolts when removing my original skid. Off the the shop lol.
@SirWilliamGoes 3 жыл бұрын
What did you do with the spacers that came with the kit?
@doublediamond3422 3 жыл бұрын
I just wish they made cool skid plates for KDSS....
@ksimm1986 3 жыл бұрын
Love it. A Machete :)
@MrStreetballer5Official 4 жыл бұрын
**YO EVERYONE GETTING THE SKID READ THIS PLEASE** Bro you failed to mention that you should tap the holes man. The rear bolts on the skid are longer than the oem ones on the original skid so it will seize in the hole after and potentially risk stripping the threading in the hole. Theres a great write up on the 4runner forums. It cost $20.
@SakibLH44 4 жыл бұрын
What does tapping the holes mean?
@MrStreetballer5Official 4 жыл бұрын
@@SakibLH44 Pretty much the bolts required to hold the trd skid plate are long than the stock bolts so when u tighten them in they end up deeply embedding into the bolt housing causing them to get stuck as the heat and pressure pretty much siezes them. So when you tap these holes you're widening the hole were the TRD's bolts would go which would rectify the issue of the bolts siezing in the long run when u have to do inevitable maintenance.
@SakibLH44 4 жыл бұрын
@@MrStreetballer5Official Ahh okay very helpful! thank you. I'm planning on getting the TRD skid plate soon. So when you say tap the holes do you mean literally to hit the bolt when it's in to widen the holes? Sorry if this is a stupid question.
@MrStreetballer5Official 4 жыл бұрын
@@SakibLH44 Nah you're fine bro dw about it. I would just google toyota4runner forums trd skid plate bolt tapping. It'll give u a tutorial on how to do it properly, there is a tool u need to buy to do it which is like another 30 bucks.
@SakibLH44 4 жыл бұрын
@@MrStreetballer5Official Awesome! thanks a lot. I will definitely be looking that up. Appreciate the heads up on this.
@ManHugeO 5 жыл бұрын
Wow! You make that look easy. Thanks for the very informative info. One question, what's a torque wrench? Dont all wrenches create torque? Mnnn got it.
@synth505 5 жыл бұрын
Yes... all wrenches torque... the issue is you dont know how much torque you are applying to the bolt. All bolts have a torque spec. In most applications you dont want to over tighten and you certainly dont want to under tighten. Torque can be measured in foot pounds or inch pounds depending on the application. There are specialized ratchets / wrenches that can be set to a specific foot pound setting to ensure the torque applied to the bolt is according to spec. These are usually around 100 dollars. You do not want to get the cheaper variants of this tool as they usually lose their calibration pretty easily as you use them and this defeats the purpose all together. One of the more important applications for a torque wrench or ratchet is your wheel lugs, especially if you have after market wheels. Typical torque spec for those is 80 to 95 foot pounds. Every DIYer needs one IMO.
@thegonger1 3 жыл бұрын
Just an FYI... If your 4 Runner is equipped with the KDSS system, this skid plate will not fit your vehicle because the sway bar is bigger. I doesn't mention in the Toyota Accessory Parts Catalog. The only place it says anything is in the installation instructions. Had this happen today with a customer. Before you order get your vin # and the parts guy can verify it will work.
@corbintilleyfishing Жыл бұрын
Do you need to remove the stiffener brackets from under the OEM skid plate? I’ve seen videos where people say you don’t need them anymore. They are just there to stiffen up the thinner OEM plate.
@9to5Escape Жыл бұрын
Hmm we did not remove them.
@kirksmith347 Жыл бұрын
So does that have to come off to change the oil filter
@9to5Escape Жыл бұрын
Yes. Just like the original skid plate.
@spalacios9058 6 ай бұрын
Is this silver or white?
@edwardlarkin160 10 ай бұрын
How did you change from red to black
@9to5Escape 10 ай бұрын
Plasti dip!
@shawnmags9746 4 жыл бұрын
I had to use my original 2 rear bolts because the bolts you get with it were too long. When full tightened, there would be a 1/2" gap.
@TheJ5412 4 жыл бұрын
Shawn Mags the tear holes aren’t fully tapped I’ve seen people fully tap them and use the longer bolts but that’s just extra work when it’s time to do an oil change...
@elmejorkebesa1 4 жыл бұрын
I did the same thing because of the same reason..
@brownersd 4 жыл бұрын
I also had that issue on the 2019 TRD ORP, but on my 2020, Toyota actually left them open so the long bolts can go straight through now.
@ns671fr 3 жыл бұрын
Correct with the long bolts something is stopping from threading in further. I assume a metal plate
@patricklawrence2755 2 жыл бұрын
I thought similar…just use the oem bolts from the old skid plate. Or they won’t work with the new?
@Jaime3794 Жыл бұрын
What is the name of the gray can that you present in the video? What and when is it used for? Thanks in advance 🙏🏾.
@9to5Escape Жыл бұрын
Permatex anti seize. We just put some on the bolt threads so it's easy to get them off next time the skid plate needs to be removed. These bolts have a history of getting stuck.
@lemaitrethemonk 3 жыл бұрын
If you get a suspension lift on the 5th gen 4Runner, have to add spacers and came here because the front two flange bolts are not long enough this is what I did to fix that. I went to a hardware store(not Lowe's or Home Depot; they did not have them in either store) similar to a Ace, Grainger supply, Ture Value, etc... I picked up two stainless steel flange bolts (M10-1.25-60mm) and they did not hit the radiator. 14mm socket and ratchet, then torque to 22 ft pounds. The back two flange bolts you can reuse. I hope this helps.
@aaronhodgdon 3 жыл бұрын
Do you have a diff drop? If so, what configuration of diff drop and factory spacers did you go with?
@lemaitrethemonk 3 жыл бұрын
@@aaronhodgdon just what came with the lift kit. I went with Elka.
@lemaitrethemonk 3 жыл бұрын
@@aaronhodgdon I had my suspension installed at a shop. I did not do it myself.
@aaronhodgdon 3 жыл бұрын
@@lemaitrethemonk nice, just did same thing...Elka 2.5 DC's
@lemaitrethemonk 3 жыл бұрын
@@aaronhodgdon You are really going to enjoy this suspension. It rides incredibly well and no more nose dive when/if you have to slam on the brakes. I have a trip to the smokey mountains and the San Juan mountains this year. I am excited to test them out. The only problem I had was re-installing the TRD skid plate. Just purchase bolts with the measurements above and make sure they are stainless steel. Safe travels my friend...
@andyguo6700 2 жыл бұрын
So I’m planning on taking my trd skid off to powder coat it. So is it just the 4 bolts that need to come off and then put back once I’m done
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
Yup! Easy as that.
@captainsteel1501 Жыл бұрын
Does this fit for my 2019 limited edition? Or has to modify?
@9to5Escape Жыл бұрын
It should replace the existing one. You might want to double check the part with your local dealership.
@carlinhosmarquez4705 2 жыл бұрын
How do you plasti-cover the TRD letters , help please. Thank you. Carlos-Puerto Rico...
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
Tape off the general area around the letters, apply Plasti dip with multiple coats, and peel off any excess you don't want that is around the letters. We have a couple videos on Plasti dipping on our channel if you want to check them out.
@gschu39 4 жыл бұрын
Can you use existing bolts or do you need the hardware kit? What’s in the kit?
@gschu39 4 жыл бұрын
I bought a second hand skid plate from a trd pro, but no hardware. I’ll also be trimming it for the kdss.
@patricklawrence2755 2 жыл бұрын
…at my next oil change. For sure!
@gregorybush1797 4 жыл бұрын
Can the plastic cover be reinstalled prior to installing skid plate?
@miked9112 3 жыл бұрын
This is what I want to know as.well, that gap looks like shit, I need to get that plastic back on
@ns671fr 3 жыл бұрын
The plastic cover used to be mounted to the original skid plate or at least the backside so yes and no, your back will flap unless you mod or something
@tylerclinebell8926 2 жыл бұрын
You have to cut it in half with a dremmel, but yes, I highly recommend reinstalling the plastic piece before installing the TRD skidplate to cover that gap
@natallieswain7249 5 жыл бұрын
Do Camaro’s have skid plates I could add?
@Theyralltakenfu 3 жыл бұрын
Are you taking your Camaro off roading?
@CarsSimplified 3 жыл бұрын
My '05 GTO came from the factory with a beefier skid plate than my 2021 4Runner TRD Off Road.
@shauminside 2 жыл бұрын
How did you plasti dip the letterings? Did the paint stick to the plate for easy removal? Any advise? TIA 🤙
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
Tape off the general area around the letters, apply Plasti dip with multiple coats, and peel off any excess you don't want that is around the letters. We have a couple videos on Plasti dipping on our channel if you want to check them out.
@Trancemasters 2 жыл бұрын
what about the part you removed ? is it going to be stuck in our store room now ? u never mentioned about that part, so i am confused now. And also at the time of oil change ?
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
You can keep the original skid plate just in case you need to re-install it for whatever reason or discard it. It's up to you. You still need to remove the skid plate during oil changes whether it's the stock or TRD skid plate.
@chipsterb4946 2 жыл бұрын
Ash - C4 makes a front skid plate with removable plates to get at the oil filter and drain plug.
@richieewinns 3 жыл бұрын
What if you're buying this off a trd pro? Could you still use the original bolts? What do you need to chase out the rear threads so it doesnt get stripped?
@9to5Escape 3 жыл бұрын
I recommend having all hardware included in the sale. Best to use the bolts that come with the skid plate. Use anti-seize to reduce the risk of damage when removing in the future for maintenance.
@richieewinns 3 жыл бұрын
@@9to5Escape many thanks for the reply despite it being an old video!
@andywiggens1069 2 жыл бұрын
So you still have to remove the oil pan to do oil changes?
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, have to remove the skid plate.
@farid6906 3 жыл бұрын
Nice. I have a question. I have the same black skid plate. Is it safe to drive on off road? Thanks.
@CitizenDrew 2 жыл бұрын
If you are talking about the stock skid plate, yes, it's perfectly safe for light off-roading. It won't provide the same level of protection as a beefier plate will though. The stock skid plate is very thin steel and will easily crush or dent under harsh conditions. In fact, the TRD off road plate is really more for looks since it's aluminum and can also get deformed. If you're doing serious off roading there are a million manufacturers of thick steel skid plates that provide the best level of protection (but also add a lot of weight).
@farid6906 2 жыл бұрын
@@CitizenDrew Thank you man. I bought TRD skid plate and replaced it.
@alanvail4692 4 жыл бұрын
Will this fit the 2016 SR5?
@blkfld7850 2 жыл бұрын
Yes
@brandtcoles6339 10 ай бұрын
What Trim level is your 4runner
@9to5Escape 10 ай бұрын
TRD ORP
@tylerwhittington16 2 жыл бұрын
Would this fit the 2017 Toyota 4 Runner TRD Off Road?
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
Descriptions online show it should fit 14-21 but doesn't work with KDSS. I would confirm with a local dealer before pulling the trigger.
@jasonboyd3619 5 жыл бұрын
My next mod! Do we have to take off for oil changes? Great job👍
@9to5Escape 5 жыл бұрын
Yes, the skid plate will need to be removed for oil changes.
@jasonboyd3619 5 жыл бұрын
@@9to5Escape didn't the older version have a door to change the oil??
@9to5Escape 5 жыл бұрын
I don't believe it did. I think there is a trd skid plate for the Tacoma that has the oil door.
@Theyralltakenfu 3 жыл бұрын
@@9to5Escape That would totally suck and keep me from wanting this.
@electricstartclint 2 жыл бұрын
Not if you buy the one from Cartrimhome. They have a new version with a door for the oil.
@MsZeyu 4 жыл бұрын
the knife is real
@uniqueislands4548 2 жыл бұрын
Did you have to change the lettering to Black?
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
Yes it was Plasti dipped black from the original red.
@gregmoselle2039 3 жыл бұрын
Liked for the sword!
@9to5Escape 3 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks! 😅
@francowj 5 жыл бұрын
Do you reinstall the plastic piece you removed at the beginning before you removed the actual skit plate? I believe it's called the filler, it goes between the skit plate and the bumper.
@shawnmags9746 5 жыл бұрын
I was wondering about this as well because there send to be a large open area between the skid plate and bumper.
@shawnmags9746 4 жыл бұрын
No, I just installed my skid plate and that plastic piece won't fit.
@TheJ5412 4 жыл бұрын
You can if you want to but you will have to trim the plastic piece. Just FYI on TRD pros there isn’t a plastic piece.
@jonnyhalo1041 2 жыл бұрын
Does that plastic piece go back on after the new skid plate?
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
No, it doesn't need to go back on.
@jonnyhalo1041 2 жыл бұрын
@@9to5Escape hmm does it leave a gap?
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, but it still covers what it needs to cover.
@jonnyhalo1041 2 жыл бұрын
@@9to5Escape alright cool man looks good on there.🤘🏼
@EXCELSIOR_INC 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a newbie , is this just for show? because you took off a steel skid plate to put a different one on, why? Thanks
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
For looks and it's a bit sturdier than the original.
@EXCELSIOR_INC 2 жыл бұрын
@@9to5Escape Thanks, it does look sweet
@1989kratoz 2 жыл бұрын
Is that plate compatible with KDSS?
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
No, it's not compatible with KDSS.
@alexpavo 4 жыл бұрын
Would this fit 2014 sr5 ?
@9to5Escape 4 жыл бұрын
The skid plate should fit a 2014 model.
@ns671fr 3 жыл бұрын
@@9to5Escape this fits all 5th gen 2010 to present only thing you need to know is to buy the kdss or non kdss and then see if you need to reuse the stock member bolts or the longer trd ones.
@Mjr1348 3 жыл бұрын
Does your 4 runner have kdss ?
@9to5Escape 3 жыл бұрын
Nope.
@user-qv8kb6yd8f 2 жыл бұрын
Does anybody know how much the TRD skid weighs vs the OEM stock steel skid? TIA!
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
A quick Google shows 12.4# for OEM and 27.2# for TRD. TRD is about 15# heavier.
@user-qv8kb6yd8f 2 жыл бұрын
@@9to5Escape a quick Google shows 23.1 pounds for the TRD and the OEM is thought to be about 17-20#. This is why I asked, because our sources tell us differently. Google is lying to us.
@shawnmags9746 5 жыл бұрын
Does it matter which type of anti-seize you use on the bolts because I've found aluminum, nickel and copper?
@9to5Escape 5 жыл бұрын
They have different temperature range but I don't think it matters for this situation.
@TheMerovingian24 4 жыл бұрын
Do you think it could be done without the ramps just on the ground?
@9to5Escape 4 жыл бұрын
It can still be done, just easier with the ramps.
@shawnmags9746 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I changed mine without ramps and it was not difficult.
@yourdailyblockchain 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have KDSS
@9to5Escape 2 жыл бұрын
No I don't.
@kevingarthflint2336 4 жыл бұрын
Was this for non-KDSS? I thought there was trimming involved? Thanks for the vid.
@9to5Escape 4 жыл бұрын
Yup. My car is not equipped with KDSS.
@herbskeetv 3 жыл бұрын
Just installed my skid plate and I have a KDSS and I had to trim the skid plate itself and removed those brackets. Would not fit with the brackets for some reason.
@Seththegamer123YT 3 жыл бұрын
Does it fit with kdss?
@gregorybush1797 4 жыл бұрын
Did you use the anti seize lube on the bolts?
@JoeJacksonGT3 3 жыл бұрын
Did you watch the vid? He said he does...
@winchells 4 жыл бұрын
What's with the machete!
@d.phothirath5084 2 жыл бұрын
😂
@petermackx310 3 жыл бұрын
Does this work on my Toyota 4Runner off road premium 2021?
@1Kellapitter 3 жыл бұрын
yes it will
@andersonjimmy1691 3 жыл бұрын
I feel bad asking this question, but I can't find the answer....will this fit on an SR5 premium (2017). Or does it have to be the TRD pro models?
@miked9112 3 жыл бұрын
Why would you think it wouldn't fit?
@tubecoatue 3 жыл бұрын
Would have kept the red lettering, but good video. Thanks.
@carlospozo2495 4 жыл бұрын
Kdss?
@9to5Escape 4 жыл бұрын
No, I have the TRD Off Road Premium and it does not have KDSS.
@kurtbergamasco9651 4 жыл бұрын
Carlitos g19 Are you sure that you do not have KDSS? I have a 2019 TRD Off Road Premium and it does have KDSS but doesn’t have the Fox shocks.
@andrewsulgit9831 4 жыл бұрын
Kurt Bergamasco from my researching them before purchase, KDSS was optional on TRD-ORPs and the upgraded suspension (Bilstein or Fox dependent on year) is only available on TRD-Pros. TRD-ORPs have all the other traction control and off-road benefits of the Pro (locking diff, hill descent, terrain adjustment knob, etc).
@michaelfletcher1224 3 жыл бұрын
Plug and play. Or... Grab and go. Never plug and go. 👍
@nammer916 3 жыл бұрын
Lmao, dealership wanted to charge me $180 to put this on for me
@9to5Escape 3 жыл бұрын
Stealership*
@peterdamson5705 3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy the tedious oil change process with that skid plate, broooooooooo!
@nostrilnick 3 жыл бұрын
The stock skid plate has to be removed for earl changes too. There may be aftermarket skids that have an access panel, but neither stock nor TRD do (at least for the 4Runner).
@theirthereandtheyre2947 3 жыл бұрын
Mine is 2wd. I leave the skid plates off.
@cra2cra226 4 жыл бұрын
Would this block a bull bar being installed like this kind: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bp9ngNJ10a6xl6M.html
@16jiucyz 2 жыл бұрын
Shit maybe I don’t need the Pro 😂
@3onthebeach 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought one of these myself, but have just realized I will need to invite a friend over to assist with the R/R of this plate every time I change my oil. Either dumb design of the skid plate, or better yet, dumb design by Toyota of location of the oil filter cannister.
@2CabrasLocas 3 жыл бұрын
Had to mute the whole video to avoid hearing the screeching noises you injected.
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