Description
DETAILS
Whether sliding over rocks or hitting a surprisingly deep pothole, many of your vehicles most expensive components are completely exposed below and underbody damage is costly. Protect your investment with RCI skids, the ultimate defense for all on and off-road hazards.
Many Tundra and Sequoia drivers have been looking for skid plates for daily driving, overlanding, and offroad. Whether you use your vehicle for work or play, we have an option that will work for your application. RCI’s Tundra skid plates are available in two popular options:
10ga Steel– Great all-purpose protection, and the best value for the money. These make a great upgrade whether you already have the stock skid plates, or have nothing at all. Our 10 gauge skid plates are far tougher than OEM and provide significantly more coverage. WEIGHS 82LBS
1/4” Aluminum– Excellent all around protection for daily drivers, and much stronger than factory skid plates. Rust and corrosion resistant aluminum means they require no paint finish prior to installation. The aluminum material is substantially lighter than steel and thanks to its extra thickness it is just as strong. WEIGHS 55LBS
KEY FEATURES
Package includes both the Engine Skid Plate and Transmission/T-Case Skid Plate
ENGINE SKID PLATE
- Protects power steering unit, front differential, front cross-member, engine, engine bay, and radiator
- Compatible with all 4×4 trucks
- 7 Mounting points for extra durability
- Mounts to radiator cross-member without interfering with aftermarket bumpers, hidden winch, etc.
- Two piece design for simple installation and removal with basic hand tools
- Easy access to oil filter by removal of access door using only two bolts
- Smooth, flat surface that easily slides over obstacles. No exposed bolt heads on skid plates
- Direct bolt on addition to existing factory attachment points, no drilling
- Steel version-black powder coated for rust resistant, durable and high quality finish
- Installs in minutes
- All necessary installation hardware provided
TRANSMISSION/T-CASE SKID PLATE
- Completely protects transmission and transfer-case
- Compatible with all 4×4 trucks
- 6 Mounting points for maximum durability
- Simple installation requires only one 9/16″ wrench to complete
- Smooth, flat surface that easily slides over obstacles. No exposed bolt heads on skid plates
- Direct bolt on addition to existing factory attachment points, no drilling
- Steel version-black powder coated for rust resistant, durable and high quality finish
- Installs in minutes
- All mounting hardware provided
*Not compatible with 4″+ drop bracket lift kits (does work with all 1-3″ coilover lifts such as Icon, Fox, King, etc.)
MADE IN USA
INSTALL GUIDE
07+ TUNDRA SKID PLATE INSTALLATION
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Carl (verified owner) –
Installed about a year and a half ago on a 2017 Tundra. I got the steel skid plates for engine, transmission/transfer case, fuel tank plus straps, and rear diff. I do quite a bit of off-roading and have kept the stock suspension. If I could post photos I would, these skid plates are amazing! Most recently I hit a rock I thought I would clear with the angled front skid plate. Dented the front and bottom but no warping around the mounts and oil filter plate. Stopped my truck going at a walking pace and you can barely tell. Worth every penny. I will say at stock height the transmission/transfer case skid plate does reduce the break over clearance by about an inch or so, and there is a clear point where you scrape but no “damage” to anything but the powder coat. Installation isn’t difficult but having an extra set of hands makes it much easier. I haven’t re torqued any of the bolts yet but nothing has come loose or rattles. I expect these to last as long as my truck.
Jesse (verified owner) –
2018 Tundra. Went with the 1/4” aluminum, powder coated. Easy install and they’ve treated me well so far. No dents so far, which is my primary concern since alum is softer than steel. Time will tell. My opinion is if your skids will be taking constant, heavy abuse, you should consider steel over aluminum. Awesome skids, wouldn’t go with any other company and I recommend them to every one. I Also have the steel gas tank skid with RCI’s tank straps and just purchased the steel rear diff skid. Thanks RCI!
CJP (verified owner) –
Premium product! Just installed the Engine/Tranny/T-case package on my 2021 Tundra SR5 Double Cab. 90 minute installation by myself with car ramps. Fit and finish are excellent, as is the design. Fits nice and close to bottom of frame and components. I went with black aluminum and it looks great. I’d recommend using a floor jack and getting a flat (open-end) wrench with a 14mm ratchet on one end. If the ratchet end pivots, even better. Lowes had a set of 6 on sale for $49. Good for rear bolts on engine plate and a lifesaver on the rear skid plate. No more worries on those fireroad washouts and rocky creek crossings! I don’t want to run a lift as I do too much highway driving. This is just the ticket for peace of mind.