Budget Skid Plate Install: Rough Country on My 6th Gen 4Runner SR5

[IRFAN0922]

Budget Skid Plate Install: Rough Country on My 6th Gen 4Runner SR5
Hey everyone! Just installed the Rough Country skid plate kit on my 6th-gen 4Runner SR5 and wanted to share a quick overview.

I was looking for basic underbody protection without spending a ton of money, and this kit fit what I wanted for a budget-friendly upgrade.

Installation

• Install time: About 30 minutes for me.
• Tools: Basic hand tools.
• Vehicle: 6th-gen Toyota 4Runner SR5.
• Kit: Rough Country front and belly skid plate kit, part #75013.

My thoughts
If you’re on a budget and looking to add basic protection underneath your 4Runner, this kit is worth considering. My goal was a simple, affordable upgrade—not a dedicated heavy-duty rock-crawling setup.

I documented the installation on YouTube so you can see the process and how it looks installed. Hopefully, it helps anyone considering the same upgrade!

YouTube install video:

Anyone else running this kit on their 6th gen? How has it held up for you?

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[Virtual-Chris]

What’s the downside to this? It seems like a no brainer to me. Most other options I’ve seen are at least double or triple the price? I guess the more expensive ones are a lot thicker so will be better in extreme rock crawling and rubicon level trails but for the average off-roader these seem fantastic for the price.

Thanks for the video!

 

[Kickin716]

I need something for light off-road and that seems like a great deal! You really cannot beat the price. Thanks for the write-up.

 

[IRFAN0922]

What’s the downside to this? It seems like a no brainer to me. Most other options I’ve seen are at least double or triple the price? I guess the more expensive ones are a lot thicker so will be better in extreme rock crawling and rubicon level trails but for the average off-roader these seem fantastic for the price.

Thanks for the video!

agreed

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