{"title":"Skid Plates","description":"\u003cp\u003eHigh-clearance skid plates and underbody armor for the Toyota Tacoma. Built Light. Built Right.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tacoma-flat-belly-skid-plate-kit-2nd-3rd-gen-2005-2023","title":"Flat Belly Skid Plate Kit \/ Toyota Tacoma \/ 2005-2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DRT Fabrication Flat Belly Skid Plate Kit is a completely new approach to skid plate design for the 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma, focused on one thing: real ground clearance gains and real world performance. The kit replaces the factory transmission crossmember with a high-clearance unit and a flat belly skid system, gaining approximately 2 inches at the transmission crossmember and up to 4 inches at the transfer case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved breakover clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced hang-ups on rocks, ledges, and ruts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother underbody profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter obstacle transition and departure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased confidence in technical terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma, 2WD\/4WD, automatic transmission, 4.0L\/3.5L V6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess Cab and Double Cab configurations only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not a bolt-on kit. Exhaust rerouting and transmission crossmember modification (cutting and welding) are required. Full requirements are on this page under Compatibility \u0026amp; Installation Requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLead Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEstimated lead time: 8-10 weeks. Adding powder coat adds 2-4 weeks to the lead time. Made to order and can not be canceled after production begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eShipping\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is calculated by destination region and shown at checkout. Free shipping for Southwest addresses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DRT Fabrication","offers":[{"title":"Steel \/ No powder coat. Ships raw","offer_id":47937600618659,"sku":null,"price":899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Steel \/ Yes. Add Textured Black Powder Coat","offer_id":47937600651427,"sku":null,"price":1149.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Aluminum hybrid \/ No powder coat. 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Built for owners who started with the bumper-only configuration and want to convert later, or for builds running compatible JD Fab front-end components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplaces the factory lower crossmember with a heavy-duty bolt-in unit between the frame rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBecomes the structural mounting base for the included high-clearance skid plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecovers roughly 5 inches of ground clearance under the factory crossmember location\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproves approach angle for technical terrain and ledge work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty replacement crossmember\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-clearance engine skid plate with flush-mounted access panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStainless CNC-machined hardware to protect panel access points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2nd Gen Toyota Tacoma, 2005-2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma, 2016-2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to integrate with the existing DRT Crossmember Delete Front Bumper or other crossmember delete style bumpers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with 1\" diff drops\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits with Marlin Crawler LCA gussets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower steering cooler relocation is required when deleting the factory crossmember on 3rd Gen Tacomas \/ 16-23\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with sway bars without spacers or drop brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips raw. Powder coat or finish is the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: laser-cut high-strength steel plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: heavy-duty bolt-in crossmember + high-clearance skid plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: stainless CNC-machined hardware protecting panel access points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: ships raw (powder coat or finish is the buyer's responsibility)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: USA (hand-built in Gilbert, AZ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLead Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimated lead time: 8-10 weeks. 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