{"product_id":"rci-catalytic-converter-guards-4runner-fj-cruiser-lexus-gx-t4r-catguards","title":"RCI Catalytic Converter Guards – 4Runner, FJ Cruiser \u0026 Lexus GX | T4R-CATGUARDS","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd protection for the exposed catalytic converters on your Toyota or Lexus 4x4 with the \u003cstrong\u003eRCI Off Road Catalytic Converter Guard Kit, part #T4R-CATGUARDS\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for select \u003cstrong\u003eToyota 4Runner, Toyota FJ Cruiser and Lexus GX\u003c\/strong\u003e applications, these heavy-duty catalytic guards help protect the catalytic converters from both \u003cstrong\u003etheft and underbody damage\u003c\/strong\u003e while maintaining proper airflow around the exhaust system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guards are constructed from \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4-inch CNC laser-cut aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e and are designed to bolt directly to the \u003cstrong\u003eRCI Transmission Skid Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e, filling the vulnerable gap between the transmission skid and vehicle frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIMPORTANT – RCI Transmission Skid Plate Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe RCI Transmission Skid Plate is REQUIRED to install these catalytic converter guards.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T4R-CATGUARDS are not designed as a standalone catalytic converter shield. 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