{"product_id":"rci-engine-skid-plate-2005-2023-toyota-tacoma-taco-05-front","title":"RCI Engine Skid Plate – 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma | TACO-05-FRONT","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qsc-html-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect the vulnerable underside of your Tacoma with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI Off Road Engine Skid Plate, part #TACO-05-FRONT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, designed specifically for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProviding substantial coverage for the front of the vehicle, this skid plate protects critical components including the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efront differential, oil pan, and front cross-members\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from rocks, ledges, trail debris, and other obstacles encountered both on and off the road.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in your choice of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/16-inch steel or lightweight 1\/4-inch aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the RCI Engine Skid Plate provides serious underbody protection while maintaining a smooth, low-profile design that helps the vehicle slide across obstacles rather than becoming hung up on them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToyota Tacoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2005-2015 2nd Generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2016-2023 3rd Generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e TACO-05-FRONT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This skid plate is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOT compatible with 4-inch or larger drop-bracket suspension lifts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtects the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efront differential, oil pan, and front cross-members\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoice of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/16\" steel or 1\/4\" aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle-specific design for the 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoil filter access door\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eService openings allow routine maintenance without removing the skid plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReinforced edges between cross-members increase strength and rigidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective rings help shield exposed mounting bolts from trail damage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, flat bottom helps the Tacoma slide over rocks and obstacles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferential cage provides additional protection while allowing the skid plate to fit tightly against the vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses center mounting points for increased strength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with vehicles \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith or without differential drop kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect bolt-on installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses existing factory mounting locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo drilling required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation hardware and instructions included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional black powder-coated finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect Critical Front-End Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe underside of a Tacoma contains several components that can be vulnerable when traveling off-road.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RCI Engine Skid Plate provides coverage for critical areas including the:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront differential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil pan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront cross-members\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamage to any of these components can quickly turn a trail ride into an expensive repair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI designed this skid plate to create a strong barrier between those components and rocks, ledges, stumps, trail debris, and other obstacles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Steel or Aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI offers the TACO-05-FRONT in two material options, allowing you to choose the protection that best matches your Tacoma and how you use it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/16\" Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe steel version provides excellent strength and impact resistance for Tacoma owners who regularly encounter rocks and demanding terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel is an excellent choice for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRock crawling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical trails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequent off-road use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum impact protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/4\" Aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aluminum version provides substantial underbody protection while reducing weight compared with steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAluminum is an excellent choice for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverlanding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaily-driven Tacomas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrail use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicles where minimizing added weight is a priority\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwners wanting corrosion-resistant material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth versions use RCI's vehicle-specific design and factory mounting locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated Oil Filter Access Door\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll current RCI Tacoma front skid plates include an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoil filter access door\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is especially useful on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2016-2023 Tacoma models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where access to the oil filter would otherwise make routine maintenance more complicated with a full-coverage skid plate installed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe access-door design also maintains compatibility with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2005-2015 Tacoma models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eService Without Removing the Skid Plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA skid plate shouldn't turn routine maintenance into a major project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI incorporates service openings into the TACO-05-FRONT so routine servicing and oil changes can be performed without removing the entire skid plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat means you can leave your underbody protection installed while performing normal vehicle maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReinforced for Off-Road Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI reinforces the skid plate between the vehicle's cross-members to increase strength and rigidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecenter mounting points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to help distribute loads effectively whether you choose the steel or aluminum version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI also incorporates a protective differential cage that provides substantial protection while allowing the skid plate to sit close to the underside of the vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeping the skid tucked close to the chassis helps preserve valuable ground clearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolt Protector Rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExposed skid-plate bolts can take considerable abuse on rocky trails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI surrounds exposed mounting hardware with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebolt protector rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to help shield the bolt heads from direct contact with rocks and other obstacles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis can make future skid-plate removal and servicing considerably easier than dealing with heavily damaged mounting hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, Flat Bottom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe underside of the RCI skid plate features a smooth, flat design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of creating unnecessary edges that can catch on rocks or obstacles, the flat surface helps the Tacoma \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslide across obstacles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is especially valuable when navigating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRock ledges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep ruts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUneven terrain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRocky trails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWashouts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical off-road obstacles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible With Differential Drop Kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI specifically designed this skid plate to accommodate Tacoma applications \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith or without differential drop kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes it a useful option for lifted Tacomas where a differential drop has been installed to help address front CV axle angles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Lift Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis skid plate does NOT work with 4-inch or larger drop-bracket suspension lifts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge drop-bracket lift systems substantially reposition the factory suspension and differential mounting geometry and can interfere with skid plates designed around the factory chassis configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your Tacoma uses a 4\"+ drop-bracket lift, this skid plate should not be considered compatible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Bolt-On Installation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RCI Engine Skid Plate installs using the Tacoma's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexisting factory attachment points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo drilling is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRCI includes the necessary installation hardware and instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepending on material selection, RCI offers finish options including a durable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblack powder coat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe black powder-coated finish provides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional corrosion resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable exterior protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean finished appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdded protection from normal environmental exposure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for Stock \u0026amp; Modified Tacomas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe TACO-05-FRONT is an excellent upgrade whether your Tacoma is relatively stock or equipped with extensive off-road modifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's particularly useful for vehicles used for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrail driving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRock crawling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverlanding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCamping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHunting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOff-road exploration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRough-road travel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaily driving in demanding environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Tacoma owners building a complete underbody protection system, the engine skid plate can also serve as an important foundation for additional RCI skid plates and armor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RCI Off Road\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e TACO-05-FRONT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engine \/ Front Skid Plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Toyota Tacoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Years:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2005-2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2nd \u0026amp; 3rd Gen Tacoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial Options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3\/16\" Steel or 1\/4\" Aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish Options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vary by Material Selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil Filter Access Door:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferential Drop Compatible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4\"+ Drop-Bracket Lift Compatible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrilling Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Direct Bolt-On\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat years does the RCI TACO-05-FRONT skid plate fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis skid plate is designed for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, covering both 2nd- and 3rd-generation trucks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes this skid plate protect the front differential?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. RCI specifically designed the skid to protect the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efront differential along with the oil pan and front cross-members\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShould I choose steel or aluminum?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/16\" steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when maximum impact resistance is the priority. Choose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/4\" aluminum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when you want substantial protection with less added weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I change the oil without removing the skid plate?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The skid includes service openings and an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoil filter access door\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing routine oil service without removing the complete skid plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the oil filter access door work on 2016-2023 Tacomas?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. RCI specifically notes that the access door is an important feature for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2016 and newer 3rd-generation Tacomas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while maintaining compatibility with 2005-2015 trucks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill it work with a differential drop kit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. RCI designed the skid plate to accommodate vehicles \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith or without differential drop kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill it fit a Tacoma with a 6-inch lift?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot if the suspension uses a large \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edrop-bracket lift system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. RCI specifically states that the skid plate does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot work with 4-inch or larger drop-bracket lifts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes installation require drilling?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The skid plate bolts directly to existing factory attachment points.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs installation hardware included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. RCI includes the required installation hardware and instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the skid plate made in the USA?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. RCI manufactures the skid plate in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes this fit the 2024 or newer 4th-generation Tacoma?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe current RCI product title and related application information identify this part as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2005-2023 Tacoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e skid plate. 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