{"title":"Armor","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"greasable-swing-out-bolts","title":"Greasable Swing Out Bolts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 overflow-x-auto whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGreasable Swing Out Bolts\u003c\/h1\u003e\nEnsure your expensive swing out bumper bearings stay in perfect condition with these RC Fabrication greasable swing out bolts! RC Fab's greasable bolts are machined in-house using high quality Grade 8 hardware. Using greasable bolts is a fail proof way to ensure better performance, easier maintenance, and higher longevity for your bumper!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBumper Fitment:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/brands\/nguyen-works\"\u003eNguyen Works\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.4xinnovations.com\/\"\u003e4x Innovations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vidalmetalworx.com\/\"\u003eVidal Metal Works\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore to come as we confirm fitment!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Swing Out\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX1 Gresable 3\/4\"x6\" Grade 8 Bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX1 Locking Stover Nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX2 Grade 8 Washers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX1 Greasezert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX1 Rubber Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Swing Out\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX2 Gresable 3\/4\"x6\" Grade 8 Bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX2 Locking Stover Nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX4 Grade 8 Washers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX2 Greasezerts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX2 Rubber Caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy run Greasable Swing Out Bolts?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 overflow-x-auto whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasier Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Greasable bolts allow you to conveniently apply lubrication to the swingout bearings during your routine maintenance without removing your swingout. This helps prevent corrosion, rust, and buildup of debris, which can lead to seized bolts and other difficulties during future repairs or replacements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIY-Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e: Installing and greasing these bolts is a relatively straightforward task that can often be done by anyone!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCost Savings\u003c\/strong\u003e: While greasable swing out bolts may have a higher upfront cost compared to non-greasable bolts, the potential for extended component lifespan can result in long-term cost savings. You may avoid more frequent replacements of bearings and associated labor costs. Pictured below is a Nguyen Works swing out which had not been greased and required all bearings, bolts, and races to be replaced:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16343\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_8886-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"Greasable Swing Out Bolts\" width=\"275\" height=\"367\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RC Fabrication","offers":[{"title":"Dual Swing Out","offer_id":47917043712174,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Single Swing Out","offer_id":47917043744942,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/13f9d484-PXL_20230809_050215844-scaled.jpg?v=1779936954"},{"product_id":"tacoma-rear-frame-box-kit","title":"Tacoma Rear Frame Box Kit","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2607cb27-0241-4872-8028-7a61f314dfc7\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert dark\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTacoma Rear Frame Box Kit\u003c\/h1\u003e\nIntroducing our Tacoma Rear Frame Box Kit, designed to strengthen your Taco's frame with unmatched performance! Laser cut from 1\/8\" steel, these plates are designed to withstand the harshest off-road terrains and demanding conditions, ensuring your Tacoma remains structurally sound and capable of tackling any adventure. Each kit is dimple died and includes plates for both the passenger and driver sides of the vehicle.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1995.5-2004 Tacoma Extended Cab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2000-2004 Tacoma 4 Door Crew Cab (requires slight modification)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrame Box Kit Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\nToyota uses a hybrid frame on the Tacoma, meaning the front is boxed and the rear is C-channel. Overall, boxed truck frames offer a combination of strength, durability, and performance that make them the preferred choice for demanding applications such as heavy-duty hauling, towing, and off-road driving. You can read more about the pros and cons of both \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lexusenthusiast.com\/forums\/threads\/c-channel-vs-fully-boxed-frame-the-debate-goes-on.3738\/\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert dark\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength and Rigidity \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxed frames, with their closed-section design, offer greater strength and rigidity compared to C-channel frames. The closed structure of boxed frames resists bending, torsion, and flexing better than the open design of C-channel frames. This translates to improved durability and stability, especially when subjected to heavy loads, towing, or off-road driving\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Handling and Stability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inherent stiffness of boxed frames contributes to better handling and stability, enhancing the overall driving experience. Vehicles with boxed frames typically exhibit reduced body roll, improved steering response, and enhanced traction, making them safer and more predictable to drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOff-Road Capability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxed frames are favored for off-road applications due to their superior strength and support characteristics. They provide a solid foundation for suspension components and mounting points, allowing for more aggressive off-road modifications without compromising structural integrity. Boxed frames also offer better protection against impacts from rocks, debris, and uneven terrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Structural Integrity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe closed construction of boxed frames provides better protection against deformation and damage. This is particularly advantageous in challenging environments where impacts, vibrations, and stress are common. Boxed frames are less prone to twisting or warping which helps when adding external loads such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/product\/rear-outboard-shock-hoop-tacoma-and-4runner\"\u003eoutboard shock hoops.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTowing and Payload Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe robust construction of boxed frames enables trucks to handle higher towing capacities and payloads with confidence. The increased strength and rigidity of boxed frames minimize chassis flex and sag, ensuring that the vehicle can safely and effectively carry heavy loads without compromising safety or performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nWhether you're navigating rocky trails, hauling heavy loads, or pushing the limits of your vehicle's performance, our Frame Box Plates offer unparalleled protection against frame fatigue, stress, and potential damage. Dominate the terrain with confidence, knowing your vehicle is fortified with the best-in-class reinforcement available.\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ex4 Passenger Side Plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX1 Passenger Side Backing Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ex4 Driver Side Plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-14982 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/PXL_20240127_022059525-300x168.png\" alt=\"Frame Box\" width=\"352\" height=\"197\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\nFor 4 Door Tacoma's the dimple dies on plates D2 and P2 need to be ground flat to clear a factory frame reinforcement. \u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-17583\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC05313-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-17584\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC05314-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert dark\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInstallation requires welding and should be performed by a shop or individual with fabrication experience.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KPOffroad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47638146678958,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/892e91ee-PXL_20240127_022257022-scaled.jpg?v=1773607560"},{"product_id":"spindle-gussets-older-models","title":"Spindle Gussets - Older Models","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive your Toyota some Heavy reinforcement with these weld-on spindle gussets! Heavy spindle gussets reinforce a weak factory design and add much needed strength to the spindle upright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRO TIP: These gussets are designed to protect the spindle upright while limit straps will protect the upper ball joint\/ uniball mounts on the spindles- a known failure point in the generation of compatible vehicles listed below. Combine these gussets with a properly limited suspension and your spindles will hold up to the harshest conditions. If your vehicle is doing a Yota wave, with no limit straps, your upper ball joint mounts are having a bad time. Features: Heavy 1\/8” construction offers resistance against bending of the spindle Bracket cut-out allows full functionality of the ABS wire bracket, and eliminates the need for a zip tie Laser cut with tight tolerances mean little to no grinding of the gussets. Compatibility: -1996-2002 4Runner -1995-2004 Tacoma -2000-2006 Tundra -2000-2007 Sequoia Includes: One pair (driver \u0026amp; passenger) pre-bent steel spindle gussets\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heavy Friction Works","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002017820846,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/195e4163-FullSizeR4.jpg?v=1781924780"},{"product_id":"spindle-gussets-newer-models","title":"Spindle Gussets - Newer Models","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive your Toyota some Heavy reinforcement with these weld-on spindle gussets! Heavy spindle gussets reinforce a weak factory design and add much needed strength to the spindle upright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRO TIP: Combine these gussets with a properly limited suspension and your spindles will hold up to the harshest conditions. Features: Heavy 1\/8” construction offers resistance against bending of the spindle Additional reinforcement to tie rod arm Allows retention of stock sway bar Compatibility: -4th and 5th gen 4Runner -2nd and 3rd gen Tacoma -FJ Cruiser -GX 470 and GX 460 Includes: One pair (driver \u0026amp; passenger) pre-bent steel spindle gussets. Some grinding is necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heavy Friction Works","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002017788078,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/7392a448-32D9D6F7--e1648094119253.jpg?v=1781924780"},{"product_id":"radius-arm-mounts-ram","title":"Radius Arm Mounts (RAM)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRadius Arm Mounts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRadius Arm Mounts to relocate the frame end of the 80-series radius arms down 50 mm for a 2″ or so lift and 25mm forward for that big tire\/firewall clearance (and to improve approach angle.) Read more about this below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-80-Series Land Cruiser  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of my goals for our FZJ80 is to keep a relatively low frame height while maintaining as much up-travel as I can. I’m pursuing this in stages; first a 50mm lift to get the travel benefit of longer shocks and springs, then a 1″ body lift to increase the overhead room in the fender wells for larger tires, and eventually 37 or 38s. Since I’m only lifting 50mm, I decided to pursue caster correction by lowering the frame side radius arm mount by the same 50mm to return both the caster and the anti-dive to factory specs. I looked around and found a bolt-on option to do just this; but that product is larger than I’d like, and I’m a big proponent of weld-on solutions. The other aspect that I was interested in was relocating the axle forward to create more firewall clearance for larger tire sizes. (When the radius arm rear pivot is returned to its original height relative to the axle, the wheel returns to the middle of its arc at ride height – versus the more typical lifted arrangement in which the radius arm rear pivot remains in its location relative to the frame, and the axle centerline is lower than the radius arm rear pivot at rest. Because the wheel is returned to the factory arc path with my setup, the tire is again closer to the firewall at full compression. Moving the axle forward for increased clearance is beneficial in this scenario.) So, I’ve made some Radius Arm Mounts to relocate the frame end of the 80-series radius arms down 50 mm for a 2″ or so lift and 25mm forward for that big tire\/firewall clearance (and to improve approach angle.) On paper, this down \u0026amp; forward relocation is good for 3.45 degrees of caster correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12410\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-20-10-36-Radius-Arm-Mounts-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"733\" height=\"550\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy making them weld-on, I’m able to run a reinforcing plane\/rib up into the rear of the factory mount, increasing the weld area and tying everything together as a single structure. This also allows me to keep these mounts as svelte as possible so that any obstacle that the arm might slide over will not get hung up on the mount extension. And even though they are weld-on, they do not obscure the stock hole, so if you change directions (not everyone is as concerned about not increasing anti-dive as I am) you can trim off the lower part and still have a reinforced factory mount for your trouble. 🙂 (but I don’t think you’ll end up doing that) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12411\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-20-10-43-Radius-Arm-Mounts-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"978\" height=\"550\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGW nugget on IH8MUD on 38s – running 2″ suspension lift, 1′ body lift, prototype 30mm RAMs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTES: *the front axle is relocated 25mm forward, which is great for firewall clearance for increased tire sizes but expect some fender trimming in the front with very large sizes. *I recommend using an old\/spare radius arm bushing as a spacer along with the factory nut and bolt to hold the factory mount solid while tacking the RAM in place; then moving the bushing\/bolt\/nut down to the RAM to hold the ears parallel and coplanar with the inner walls of the factory mount for welding. – great excuse to finally get around to replacing those factory bushings! *these are tricky to bend, and as such, often have one side (typically the outer, which has multiple bends) that may be bent slightly over 90 degrees – if this is the case, tack \u0026amp; secure the side that is bent to a perfect right angle to the factory mount first to hold it firm before opening up the other side for appropriate bushing clearance. feel free to contact me with any questions when you get to this step\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eimkeith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002022473902,"sku":null,"price":106.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/6d83ecc0-Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-20-10-36-Radius-Arm-Mounts.png?v=1781925675"},{"product_id":"strut-tower-reinforcement-str","title":"Strut Tower Reinforcement (STR)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eStrut Tower Reinforcement\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3\/16″ thick upper mount reinforcement plates to prevent cracked strut towers on 1st Gen Tacomas and 3rd Gen 4Runners. Read more about them below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-3rd Gen 4Runner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-1st Gen Tacoma  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo have you seen photos of cracked strut towers on 1st Gen Tacomas or 3rd Gen 4Runners?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12414\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-20-19-05-Strut-Tower-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"733\" height=\"550\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.toyota-4runner.org\/3rd-gen-t4rs\/186463-strut-tower-carnage.html\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.toyota-4runner.org\/3rd-gen-t4rs\/186463-strut-tower-carnage.html\"\u003eStrut Tower Carnage!\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tacomaworld.com\/threads\/broken-coil-bucket-tower.432018\/\"\u003eBroken Coil Bucket Tower\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tacomaworld.com\/threads\/coil-bucket.514748\/\"\u003eCoil Bucket\u003c\/a\u003e I didn’t want to be that guy, so I made some 3\/16″ thick upper mount reinforcement plates ( – for when you bottom out that $$$ coilover because your bump stops and compressed length weren’t on the same page.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12413\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-20-19-07-Strut-Tower-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"733\" height=\"550\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used in combination with limit straps (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/product\/lower-control-arm-reinforcement-lcar\"\u003eI make lower limit strap tabs as well – part of the my lower control arm reinforcement kit\u003c\/a\u003e), these should eliminate strut tower cracking altogether. (I’m not guaranteeing that you cannot break your truck, but I’ll be impressed if you do.) As with my other stuff, these are WIY (Weld-It-Yourself) but self-aligning and easy to install.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eimkeith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002022506670,"sku":null,"price":36.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/63bbe140-Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-20-19-07-Strut-Tower-Reinforcement.png?v=1781925675"},{"product_id":"upper-link-mount-reinforcement-ulr","title":"Upper Link Mount Reinforcement (ULR)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eUpper Link Mount Reinforcement\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Upper Link Mount Reinforcement prevents twisting and tearing of your axle side upper link mount. Read more about this below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12449\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-19-15-Upper-Link-Mount-Reinforcement-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"824\" height=\"550\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-3rd Gen 4Runner  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo you have your LLS (Lower Link Mount Reinforcement Skids) welded on and you’re good to go, right? Yep. – Until you twist and tear your axle side upper link mount!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12450\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-19-18-Upper-Link-Mount-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"667\" height=\"500\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12451\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-19-20-Upper-Link-Mount-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"667\" height=\"500\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12452\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-19-31-Upper-Link-Mount-Reinforcement-227x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"379\" height=\"500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo combat this, I made the ULR (- Upper Link Mount Reinforcement) kit that you see below. It’s designed to slide right over the factory mount \u0026amp; weld up, after trimming out the weird corner of the factory mount that prohibits the use of big aftermarket joints up there. That’s right, you now have room to run something as big as a Metal Cloak joint (!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12453\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-19-34-Upper-Link-Mount-Reinforcement-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12454\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-19-36-Upper-Link-Mount-Reinforcement-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested? Get yourself a set!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eimkeith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002022572206,"sku":null,"price":108.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/9ee3e86a-Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-19-15-Upper-Link-Mount-Reinforcement.png?v=1781925675"},{"product_id":"lower-shock-mount-reinforcement-lsr","title":"Lower Shock Mount Reinforcement (LSR)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLower Shock Mount Reinforcement (LSR)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTriangulated 3\/16″ plate to fix bending the lower shock mount on the 120\/150 series axles (4th \u0026amp; 5th gen 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, GX) when coming down too hard on a rock. Read more about them below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-4th Gen 4Runner -5th Gen 4Runner -FJ Cruiser -GX 470 -GX 460  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewell, this one took much longer to put in the catalog than I’d intended (it was pretty much ready to go during the pandemic – but better late than never, no?) I’ve had friends bend the lower shock mount on the 120\/150 series axles (4th \u0026amp; 5th gen 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, GX) when coming down hard on a rock – the factory mount is way down there and relatively unsupported – and consequently, prone to bend under the vehicle’s weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12444\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-10-06-Lower-Shock-Mount-Reinforcement-LSR-261x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"435\" height=\"500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Danny’s bent factory shock mount)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewhat I’ve done to attempt to resolve this is triangulate 3\/16″ plate from two directions, and tied the shock mount assembly into the lower link mount (also plated.) the kit includes a pair replacement bolts \u0026amp; washers and reuses the factory locknuts. (be sure to torque the new bolts, not the nuts – and insert the bolt \u0026amp; washer from the wheel side. also, verify clearance for a thin-walled 22mm socket on the bolt head before final welding; it’s a close fit.) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12445\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-10-08-Lower-Shock-Mount-Reinforcement-LSR-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"733\" height=\"550\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003enote – you may need to shorten one of the hub studs during installation (see photo) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12443\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-10-11-Lower-Shock-Mount-Reinforcement-LSR-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"733\" height=\"550\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eimkeith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002022539438,"sku":null,"price":154.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/190d0715-Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-21-10-08-Lower-Shock-Mount-Reinforcement-LSR.png?v=1781925674"},{"product_id":"lower-link-mount-skids-reinforcement-lls","title":"Lower Link Mount Skids \/ Reinforcement (LLS)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLower Link Mount Skids\/Reinforcement\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re wheeling you’re eventually going to beef up your rear axle links. Then, due to the extreme angles they find themselves in, those beefy short links are going to start bending your link mounts. These weld-on lower link reinforcements correct this issue and accommodate beefy joints. Read more about them below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3rd Gen 4Runner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4th Gen 4Runner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5th Gen 4Runner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFJ Cruiser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGX 470\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGX 460\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80-Series Land Cruiser  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re wheeling your 4Runner (or FJ, or GX, or 80-Series LandCruiser) you’re eventually going to beef up your rear axle links. Then, due to the extreme angles they find themselves in, those beefy short links are going to start bending your link mounts.  If you follow trail reports on T4R, you’ve already seen the factory lower link mounts (frame-side) \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.toyota-4runner.org\/3rd-gen-t4rs\/252959-rkntoys-oil-changes-broken-things-12.html#post3083948\"\u003efold over during hard use\u003c\/a\u003e. In addition to being underbuilt for hard wheeling, they were designed with a terrible approach angle! There are aftermarket “skids” available, but they neither reinforce the mount ears (the part that actually folds) nor do they correct the shape\/angle of the mount itself. So I made some weld-on lower link reinforcements for the 3rd gen 4Runner to correct these issues and accommodate beefy joints (the factory mounts do not have adequate clearance for some aftermarket joints to realize their full range of motion.) These are made from folded 3\/16″ plate and are self-aligning – just put the bolt through, trim the angled sides to fit your truck or splay them outward as needed), swing it up to meet the frame, and weld it in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5th gen LLS (and 4th gen, and GX, and FJC)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand THEN, you 4th\/5th gen guys started bending up your lower link mounts; so I made an LLS for the 120 platform as well:  – and shipping is on me if you’re in the continental US, as always.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e80-SERIES LANDCRUISER\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYeah, I love my FZJ80 and am pleased that there is quality aftermarket support for it, but one of the gaping holes in the marketplace was frame-side lower link mount protection (literally no reasonable options to speak of.) So I’ve taken care of that. Like my 4Runner LLS options, this skidplate is both a reinforcement and a ramp to get the mount up and over the obstacle. Weld-on, 3\/16″ plate. I think this one turned out particularly nice, although it took some head-scratching plate-origami to get there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstall:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo install, I throw a strap around the axle to pull it forward just enough to take the tension off of the bolt for easy removal.   Then the bolt is removed and the LLS can be tapped up into place. When the inside hole is aligned, put the factory bolt back in and continue to tap the outside upward until it pops over the flanged radius of the factory mount.    At this point the bolt head should be centered in the slot for socket access as shown here:    Now you can scribe a line around the perimeter of the part as a reference for where to grind away the paint for welding, remove the LLS, prep the frame, and reinstall to weld it in. I’d put the link in place and torque it, then tack everything, pull the link \u0026amp; finish weld. when you get to this part, use a drift to fold over the tab so you can have a continuous bead around the inner corner of the frame where it meets the mount:  Also, this slot (running parallel with the centerline of the factory mount) is intended to be a drain, so don’t weld it shut.    Easy-peasy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eimkeith","offers":[{"title":"3rd Gen 4Runner","offer_id":48002022604974,"sku":null,"price":129.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4th Gen 4Runner","offer_id":48002022637742,"sku":null,"price":129.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5th Gen 4Runner","offer_id":48002022670510,"sku":null,"price":129.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"FJ Cruiser","offer_id":48002022703278,"sku":null,"price":129.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"GX 470","offer_id":48002022736046,"sku":null,"price":129.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"GX 460","offer_id":48002022768814,"sku":null,"price":129.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80-Series Land Cruiser","offer_id":48002022801582,"sku":null,"price":126.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/63f85cb9-Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-20-35-55-Lower-Link-Mount-Skids_Reinforcement.png?v=1781925675"},{"product_id":"lower-control-arm-reinforcement-lcar","title":"Lower Control Arm Reinforcement (LCAR)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLower Control Arm Reinforcement\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA system of reinforcement plates to combat cracking from hard \u0026amp; repeated upward compression on weak factory LCA’s. Read more about them below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12401\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-37-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"733\" height=\"550\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-3rd Gen 4Runner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-1st Gen Tacoma (with LCA swaybar modification)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter seeing multiple incidences of failure at the ball joint end of the factory 3rd gen 4Runner lower control arms, I designed a system of reinforcement plates to combat cracking from hard \u0026amp; repeated upward compression. The issue is that while the LBJ support arm is forged and pretty stout, the arm itself is formed sheet steel – and when the bump stop meets the frame, the sheet steel is supposed to stop the upward travel of the wheel\/LBJ. Over time and hard use, it cracks:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12402\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-40-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement-225x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"375\" height=\"500\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12404\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-45-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement-225x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"375\" height=\"500\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12403\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-44-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement-300x282.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"532\" height=\"500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes 3 parts for each arm: a single upper reinforcement ties the forged ball joint arm directly to the bump stop mount to create a direct load path in order to reduce flexing at the end of the factory arm; while the lower two-piece reinforcement both adds triangulation from the bottom of the forged ball joint arm and incorporates a skid plate of the front side to slide the arm up and over obstacles while wheeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12405\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-49-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"667\" height=\"500\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12407\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-52-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"667\" height=\"500\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12406\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-50-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"667\" height=\"500\"\u003e Background \u0026amp; development info on this can be read \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/eimkeith.com\/2018\/10\/05\/lower-control-arm-reinforcement\/\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e The LCAR kit should fit 1st gen Tacomas with modification to the swaybar bracket (clearanced for the upper reinforcement plate). 🙂 NOTE: as of December 2019, the LCAR includes lower limit strap tabs \u0026amp; lower shock mount bolts to clear 2.5″ coilovers. \u003cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-12408\" src=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-54-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement-300x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"667\" height=\"500\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eimkeith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002023227566,"sku":null,"price":139.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/70988f43-Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-19-53-49-Lower-Control-Arm-Reinforcement.png?v=1781925675"},{"product_id":"hd-skid-plate-crossmember","title":"HD Skid Plate Crossmember","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-wrapper\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroducing a solution to our WEAK skid crossmembers!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOver the past 10+ years of building and breaking 4Runners, we've experienced a lot of \"uncommon\" failures... Unfortunately a bent front skid crossmember has become much more common! In fact, it seems like we see more bent crossmembers than straight ones these days.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Problem: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe factory skid crossmember is plenty strong enough for mall crawlers with stock skid plates, but for anyone with upgraded skids (or even stock skids that get some use) the factory crossmember is simply not going to hold up. Over time it will bend upward, making it difficult to install\/remove the skid plates. Eventually it will even allow the skids to crowd your radiator and oil pan, which can lead to expensive repairs.\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/4425\/5791\/files\/IMG_9738_0a2c0004-2493-45f7-88c9-ac6ead17039c_480x480.heic?v=1731104177\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opt Offroad's\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e HD Skid Crossmember\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces your weak, thin (probably bent) factory crossmember, with a beefy unit that is up to the task of protecting your undercarriage. It is an easy, straightforward weld-on unit that is designed for compatibility with all aftermarket skid plates and bumpers. The HD Skid Crossmember is also cost effective, with Assembled and WIY options available to accommodate a wide range of installer experience and budgets.\r\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePrecision laser-cut and bent 3\/16\" PNO steel\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eFully boxed end sections, for maximum strength\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eOpen topped center, for easy skid plate install\/removal\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSkid plate mounting holes using factory spec locations \u0026amp; thread pitch (M8-1.25)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePricing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eWeld It Yourself: $125\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAssembled: $250\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimeline\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eWeld It Yourself: ~1 week\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eAssembled: ~2 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eInstall Help\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e Installation video coming soon!\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWill this work with my aftermarket skid plate?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eYES, this HD Crossmember utilizes the same mounting hole locations as your factory crossmember and is compatible with virtually all aftermarket skid plates. The mounting holes are also equipped with pre-welded hardware to make install\/removal of your skid plates easy. (On WIY units, the welder will need to tack hardware on).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf I get the WIY version, how long will it take to assemble?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAssembly is very straightforward and takes about an hour of welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow difficult is the HD Crossmember to install, and how long will it take?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eInstallation is easy, and will take 1-6 hours, depending on the experience level and vehicle condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Opt Offroad","offers":[{"title":"WIY (Weld It Yourself)","offer_id":48002055667886,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Welded","offer_id":48002055700654,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/0fdd596f-IMG_4663_2800x2800-scaled.webp?v=1781929719"},{"product_id":"high-clearance-hd-skid-plate-radiator","title":"High Clearance HD Skid Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroducing the first and only High Clearance skid plate option for 3G4Rs \u0026amp; 1G Tacomas. With better ground clearance and gusseting than anything else on the market, Opt Offroad is raising the bar on under armor. 100% bolt-on, with Welded and DIY options available. Please read fitment requirements carefully.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eLead Times: skid plates at 2-4wks, radiators at 1-2wks (see \u003ca title=\"High Clearance Radiator Conversion Kit (HCR) - Opt Offroad\" href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/product\/high-clearance-radiator-conversion-hcr-3-4l-v6\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHCR menu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for details).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003eFunction \u0026amp; Form: Engineered for Hardcore Off-Roaders, with Style in Mind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOpt Skids are designed, tested, and manufactured in the High Desert of CA using laser cut, CNC bent American steel. This is purpose-built armor for those who demand the most out of their rig. Whether you’re navigating the rocks, mud and sand, or simply want to upgrade your cooling system and keep it safe from damage on the trail and highway, these skid plates provide the ultimate combination of protection and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/4425\/5791\/files\/IMG_2595_2_600x600.heic?v=1743469415\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003eWhy Choose Opt Skids Over the Rest?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eSTRONGER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e: More gusseting than any other production skid plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHIGHER: +4\" up front, +2\" underneath - that's like going from 33s to 37s!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFLATTER: No step-downs or high spots to get hung up on. \u003cem\u003eFlat bellies only.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePLUS a radically improved approach angle \u0026amp; increased cooling performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/4425\/5791\/files\/IMG_2414_2_600x600.jpg?v=1737158602\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003eKEY FEATURES:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted with American steel- 3\/16” plates; 1\/4\" gussets front to back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated into diff mounts for stronger contact points (vs steering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as \u003cspan\u003eFully Welded\u003c\/span\u003e or DIY (weld gussets into place, that's it)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% bolt-on, with high strength zinc coated hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient CV axle changes, with access to CV joint pry points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eConvenient oil changes, with a r\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eeinforced oil drain access hole\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes stainless steel logo plate for front skid (leave it raw!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips bare, ready to paint the coating \/ color of your choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNOT diff drop compatible, high clearance radiator required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/4425\/5791\/files\/IMG_4538_600x600.jpg?v=1755730840\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePACKAGE OPTIONS: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1. Vehicle \/ Drivetrain Options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e96-02 4Runner or 95-04 Tacoma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e4WD or 2WD (\u003c\/span\u003e2WD kit includes diff bolt spacers).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2a. Skid Plate Package Options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard (protects radiator, front differential, and engine oil pan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine\/Trans (all that plus steering and transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully Belly (all that plus catalytic converter and transfer case. Goes all the way to the front edge of your gas tank. Not compatible with Tacomas or 2WD 4Runners).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2b. Skid Plate Assembly Options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully Welded (ready to bolt on) or DIY (weld on the gussets, ~1hr per skid).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Radiator Upgrade Options: (check out the \u003ca title=\"High Clearance Radiator Kit (HCR) - Opt Offroad\" href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/product\/high-clearance-radiator-conversion-hcr-3-4l-v6\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHCR Menu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for more info)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNone: If your current radiator does not hang below the frame, and you're happy with its performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Clearance Upgrade Pkg: If your current radiator hangs BELOW your frame rails, or if you simply want more cooling performance! Choice of a Premium OE or High Performance package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINSTALL HELP\u003c\/strong\u003e: Watch this YouTube video for install tips: \u003ca title=\"Opt Offroad High Clearance Skid Plate Install!!!\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/DciiRXt_3qk?si=dBRaUeilBJcmHk55\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTAP HERE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFITMENT REQUIREMENTS: (all those gains in your approach angle \u0026amp; ground clearance come with a *little* extra work initially. It is WELL worth it though!)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. High Clearance Radiator Swap:\u003c\/strong\u003e [\u003cem\u003eTLDR: it's required in order to install Opt Skids on most vehicles, but it's a really easy swap and will have you wondering why you didn't do it sooner. It was just plain dumb for Toyota to use a radiator that hangs past the frame in the first place. We're simply fixing that mistake.\u003c\/em\u003e] \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eTo unlock the full potential of your front end ground clearance, Opt Skids have been designed around a radiator that sits above the frame rails (this is how it should have come from the factory). YES that means installing a shorter radiator if your existing one hangs below the frame. NO that does not mean less cooling capacity, in fact the opposite! The aluminum radiator in our kit actually INCREASES fluid capacity and cooling performance over the factory radiator, by a lot. It is a very high quality unit sourced from Champion Cooling here in Southern CA, r\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eated for up to 550HP, and provides a lot of bang for the buck as the lowest priced full-aluminum option out there (excluding the no-name brands).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHaven't done the high clearance radiator swap yet? It's easy! Simply add the High Clearance Radiator option to your skid plate package, and you will get the correct radiator and lower hose for the swap. It all bolts in place with nothing else needed, aside from some minor trimming to the shroud and fresh Ethylene-based coolant \u0026amp; distilled water. For more info, check out our \u003ca title=\"High Clearance Radiator Swap (HCR) - Opt Offroad\" href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/product\/high-clearance-radiator-conversion-hcr-3-4l-v6\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Clearance Radiator Swap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. No Differential Drop:\u003c\/strong\u003e [\u003cem\u003eTLDR: the juice isn't worth the squeeze, and we aren't interested in sacrificing ground clearance for something so ineffective and potentially harmful\u003c\/em\u003e.] \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDiff drops are a popular but misunderstood mod. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eLet me start by saying that they are perfectly acceptable (even recommended) on many applications. The goal of this diff drop is to prevent premature wear on the CV joints and boots after a lift, by lowering the differential down (usually an inch) which \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003edecreases the CV angles at ride height. The problem: on our trucks, the front diff mounts are very far forward compared to where the CV axles connect. So when you install a diff drop, you are sacrificing an inch of ground clearance at the diff mounts, for only ~1\/3 inch of drop at the CVs. Additionally, you are potentially fluid-starving the driveshaft pinion at the rear of the diff (since it's now tilted forward) while also negatively affecting the driveshaft pinion angle as a result. The juice just isn't worth the squeeze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAlignment Cam Notes: [\u003cem\u003eTLDR: believe me we tried, it just wasn't worth the trade-off in ground clearance. Buy a \u003ca title=\"KD Crossmember Reinforcement - Opt Offroad\" href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/product\/best-alignment-cam-upgrade-kit-cam-eliminator\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKPOffroad Alignment Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and problem solved!\u003c\/em\u003e] \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eYes, we are well aware that Opt Skids leave the front alignment hardware open and visible. We deliberated on this for weeks! The only way to protect them with the use of a skid plate is to either lower the entire belly of the skid down 2in (NOPE), or complicate the skid design a ton (not cost effective). The good news is that we have a solution: the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/product\/best-alignment-cam-upgrade-kit-cam-eliminator\"\u003eKPOffroad Alignment Kit\u003c\/a\u003e and it provides all the added strength needed, without any of the sacrifices!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFront Crossmember Notes: We recommend checking your factory front skid plate crossmember (located right below your radiator, where the front skid bolts up) for damage, as it is very lightweight and prone to bending\/cracking. Consider upgrading to our \u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"HD Skid Plate Crossmember\" href=\"https:\/\/kpoffroad.com\/product\/hd-skid-plate-crossmember\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHD Skid Plate Crossmember\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for a much stronger point of contact for your skids!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opt Offroad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48002055864494,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/8734\/1998\/files\/2138f352-FullSizeRender_800x800_0c8d5b9e-dc57-4e16-a6ad-95dcbe35bcb7.webp?v=1781929717"},{"product_id":"heavy-duty-spindle-gussets-tacoma-4runner-fj-cruiser-gx470","title":"Heavy Duty Spindle Gussets | Tacoma, 4Runner, FJ Cruiser \u0026 Lexus GX","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"10mxruk\" data-start=\"3685\" data-end=\"3728\"\u003eRC Fabrication Heavy-Duty Spindle Gussets\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"4266\"\u003eThe RC Fabrication Heavy-Duty Spindle Gussets were developed from real-world experience reinforcing OEM Toyota spindles across multiple suspension setups and gusset designs. Through our spindle core exchange program, we had the opportunity to weld and evaluate several of the most recognized designs on the market, including Total Chaos, JDFab, DRTFab, WarFab, and Dirt King. That firsthand experience allowed us to identify the most effective elements of each while improving on the fitment issues and compromises commonly found in competing designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4268\" data-end=\"4467\"\u003eThe end result is a spindle gusset system engineered to deliver maximum reinforcement, excellent compatibility, and practical installation across a wide range of Toyota front suspension applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4469\" data-end=\"4734\"\u003eDesigned for trucks running larger tires, more aggressive off-road use, long-travel suspension, or simply seeking additional front-end durability, these gussets provide a significant increase in spindle strength without sacrificing important fitment considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1d7mrtu\" data-start=\"4736\" data-end=\"4747\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4749\" data-end=\"5131\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"em6ko1\" data-start=\"4749\" data-end=\"4794\"\u003eCompatible with factory wheel backspacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xx8ss6\" data-start=\"4795\" data-end=\"4824\"\u003eNo wheel spacers required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k6elku\" data-start=\"4825\" data-end=\"4875\"\u003eWorks with sway bar and sway bar delete setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"146p7xd\" data-start=\"4876\" data-end=\"4895\"\u003eKDSS compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xweexm\" data-start=\"4896\" data-end=\"4945\"\u003eNo lower tab beneath the UCA ball joint mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ubfiyq\" data-start=\"4946\" data-end=\"5018\"\u003eSPC upper control arm friendly without requiring thinner castle nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n6bctt\" data-start=\"5019\" data-end=\"5088\"\u003eFully boxed construction for increased rigidity and reinforcement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l96rit\" data-start=\"5089\" data-end=\"5131\"\u003eUpdated double-shear heim upgrade tabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5133\" data-end=\"5386\"\u003eWhat sets this design apart is its fully boxed construction. 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