Shield your vehicle from the unexpected with RCI's skid plates—the optimal barrier against both on and off-road dangers. Crafted with precision from 3/16" laser-cut steel, these skids offer a bespoke shield for the underbelly of your 3rd generation 1996-2002 4Runners or 1st generation 95-04 Tacomas. They provide exceptional coverage, safeguarding the engine and front suspension cross members, all while ensuring superior quality and a sleek appearance.
'- Weight: 34 lbs
- Dimensions: 27 × 23 × 4 in
- Material: 3/16in Steel / Black Powder Coat
'- Protects front two cross-members, low hanging front differential, radiator, and oil pan
- Service openings for easy service and oil changes without removal
- Reinforced edges between cross-members for maximum strength and rigidity
- Bolt protector rings surround exposed bolts, shielding against physical damage
- Smooth, flat surface that easily slides over obstacles
- Black powder coat for rust resistant, durable and high quality finish
- Installs in minutes
- All hardware and installation instructions provided
- Direct bolt on addition to existing factory attachment points, no drilling required
- Made in USA
- *Also Fits 95-04 4×4 Tacoma (excluding regular cab)
Product Details
Description
Estimated Lead Time: 3-5 Weeks
Shield your vehicle from the unexpected with RCI's skid plates—the optimal barrier against both on and off-road dangers. Crafted with precision from 3/16" laser-cut steel, these skids offer a bespoke shield for the underbelly of your 3rd generation 1996-2002 4Runners or 1st generation 95-04 Tacomas. They provide exceptional coverage, safeguarding the engine and front suspension cross members, all while ensuring superior quality and a sleek appearance.
Specifications
'- Weight: 34 lbs
- Dimensions: 27 × 23 × 4 in
- Material: 3/16in Steel / Black Powder Coat
Features
'- Protects front two cross-members, low hanging front differential, radiator, and oil pan
- Service openings for easy service and oil changes without removal
- Reinforced edges between cross-members for maximum strength and rigidity
- Bolt protector rings surround exposed bolts, shielding against physical damage
- Smooth, flat surface that easily slides over obstacles
- Black powder coat for rust resistant, durable and high quality finish
- Installs in minutes
- All hardware and installation instructions provided
- Direct bolt on addition to existing factory attachment points, no drilling required
- Made in USA
- *Also Fits 95-04 4×4 Tacoma (excluding regular cab)
Spent a month looking for crossbars and stumbled upon this ruggedized kit. Purchased in January 2026. Shipping was free and they arrived within a few days. Installation was easy. My rails are silver so not sure yet but I may paint the rails black. I watched a few YouTube videos and one of the guys did that to match with the crossbars. I’ll wait for the nice weather before deciding. Nice looking regardless. Heavy duty. Happy with this product! PS I notice many want to install strip padding underneath the wind fairing. There is plenty of room / clearance so that was not needed in my case.
I initially liked the Alpha II RTT. However after a few uses it experienced a cracked roof. I contacted the company twice with no response. Think hard about buying a product from this company. These products are made in China, which can only compete on price. Very dissappointed in product, its cost, and the company.
