Upgrading to Trailhunter steel skid plate - DIY

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For 4runner owners' reference -- from sister-site Tacoma4g, this Tacoma owner shares DIY instructions on upgrading TRD Off-Road trim's composite material skid plate to Trailhunter steel front skid plate.


I decided to install my recently purchased Toyota OEM Trailhunter steel skid plate on my Tacoma TRD Off-Road truck today. The factory skid plates are made from a composite material. After a recent 130 mile over-landing trip I will feel more confident taking my Tacoma off the beaten path in the future.​
It took me less than 30 minutes and the only tool required was a 12mm socket and ratchet.​
Toyota elongated two of the bolt holes with slots to make installing and removing the skid plate easier for future oil changes. Toyota, kudos for that move!​
I found the best price at Hendrick Toyota North Charleston:​

Front Skid Plate - Steel​
Part Number: PT228-35240​
1​
$318.60​
Subtotal​
$318.60​
Discount (Nationwide Free Shipping)​
-$154.16​
Tax​
$0.00​
Shipping & Handling​
$154.16​
Grand Total
$318.60
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