Front Skid Plate for 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma | Cali Raised LED

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Front Skid Plate For 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma

MPN: CR3647

At a glance

Fits: 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma
Protects: Front underbody
Material: 3/16" steel or 1/4" 5052 aircraft-grade aluminum (choose at checkout)
Finish: Black powder coat
Install: Bolt-on, no drilling or modification, Grade 8 hardware
Notes: Differential-drop compatible

Before you hit the rough terrain, protect your vehicle with a front skid plate that can take a hit and is built to last through the toughest conditions. Guarding the underside of your outfitted off-road vehicle as you adventure in the great outdoors, these skid plates are custom-made to fit your vehicle so you can focus on the trail ahead.

Crafted from 3/16 Steel or 1/4 5052 aircraft-grade aluminum, we give you the choice to focus on strength or weight, without a lot of compromises. The 5052 aluminum option is the lighter choice. The front skid plate is 100% bolt-on and is installed with zero modification to your truck. Using a combination of factory hardware and grade 8 hardware for high-quality fit.

NOTE:

These are a universal fit between 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen Tacoma's.
All plates ship with a durable semi-gloss black powder coat finish.
Differential Drop Compatible.

FEATURES:

100% bolt-on option, no modification required.
Durable semi-gloss black powder coat finish for long-term corrosion resistance.
Available in 3/16 Steel or 1/4" 5052 aluminum.
Easy installation, read our installation instructions or watch the installation video below for a step-by-step guide.
Fabricated in-house in Fort Worth, Texas, with professional powder coat finish to protect from corrosion.

See all Toyota Tacoma skid plates · 2005-2023 (2nd & 3rd Gen).

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Front Skid Plate For 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma

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Before you buy

Other versions: Front skid for 2024+ Tacoma
Complete skid collection for 2005–2023 Tacoma
Fitment: Fits 2005–2023 Tacoma (2nd and 3rd Gen). Differential-drop compatible.
Choose 3/16 in steel or 1/4 in 5052 aluminum.

WEIGHT

FAQ

STEEL:

49.2 lbs

ALUMINUM:

20.5 lbs

What year Toyota Tacoma does this front skid plate fit?

This front skid plate is designed specifically for 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma models.

Does this front skid plate require drilling or cutting to install?

No. This front skid plate is a 100% bolt-on installation with no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification required. Some factory items are removed, but it uses existing bolt holes, so you can go back to stock at any time.

What is this front skid plate made of?

It is available in 3/16-inch steel or 1/4-inch 5052 aircraft-grade aluminum, chosen at checkout, with a black powder coat finish.

How thick is the steel on this front skid plate?

The front skid plate is made from 3/16" steel, which provides solid protection from rocks and trail debris without excessive weight.

What does this front skid plate protect?

This skid plate is designed to protect the front differential and suspension components from rocks and obstacles on your Toyota Tacoma.

Can I change the oil without removing this skid plate?

Partly. The oil filter is reachable through the access opening in the skid. The drain plug is not, so remove the skid to drain the oil.

How long does it take to install this front skid plate?

Installation typically takes 30 to 60 minutes with basic hand tools.

Is this front skid plate compatible with aftermarket suspension lifts?

Yes. This front skid plate is compatible with most aftermarket suspension lift kits for the 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma. Fitment with custom or extreme setups should be verified.

Will this front skid plate work with the other Cali Raised LED skid plates?

Yes. The front skid plate is designed to integrate with the full Cali Raised LED skid plate lineup for complete undercarriage protection on the Toyota Tacoma.

Where is this skid plate made?

This skid plate is fabricated in-house in Fort Worth, Texas.

Will it work with a differential drop?

Yes. The front skid is differential-drop compatible.

Does it work with the TRD Pro skid plate?

No. The front and transmission skids do not work with the TRD Pro skid plate. The Cali Raised LED transfer case, lower control arm, shock and fuel tank skids do work with it.

Installation

Installation guide for Front Skid Plate For 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma.

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How to Install 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma Front Skid Plate

Install a front skid plate on your 2005–2023 Toyota Tacoma to protect vital underbody components during off-road adventures. This video guide covers removing old skid plates, aligning and securing the new plate with proper torque, and ensuring a solid fit for maximum durability. Boost your Tacoma’s resilience for rugged trails and daily use. Watch now for a step-by-step guide to upgrading your truck’s underbody protection!

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Absolutely fantastic skid. Nice and sleek and bulletproof, the oil access point is super handy too

Excellent addition to my 2021 Tacoma

Pretty easy installation on my 21 Tacoma SR5 4X4

Great product

I already had Cali Raised sliders which I bought second hand which were missing some bolts. I contacted CR support and told my situation. They were kind enough to supply the missing bolts and only pay for the shipping. After that positive impression along with loving the sliders, I ordered the raw aluminum front skid and the raw steel transfer skid for my 2010 Tacoma OR. Very next day got to put them both to the test on the trail. They held up real well and feel well engineered. Love the look of the raw aluminum and strength of the steel.

Awesome!

The skid plate is very nice, easy install. I love it!

Cali Raised Front Skid Plate

Customer service, shipping, quality control, all top notch! I only have one complaint and gave a 4-star rating because I had to modify the rear mounting holes to fit. No matter what I did, I couldn’t get them to line up. I used a die grinder with a burr attachment to sort of “slot” the hole a bit. Not a huge deal, just would’ve been a super easy install if I hadn’t had to do that. I’m completely satisfied otherwise though. I love the look of the plate and the fact that I no longer have to remove it entirely to change the oil. The price wasn’t bad either compared to other skid plates in its class. Nice job, Cali Raised!

Awesome Skid Plate

I purchased the Aluminum powder coated skid plate for my son's Tacoma. Very well made product. The installation was pretty intuitive but the instructions are a bit lacking. No big deal because it can be figured out.

High quality product.

Very high quality product. I purchased the aluminum, powder, coated, front skid plate for my sons 2023 Tacoma. Installation wias fairly intuitive. But the instructions could’ve been a little clearer. I’d recommend using jack stands or some other type of lift to raise the front of the truck. Also, you’ll have to remove the front air dam to access the front 12 mm bolts holding the OEM skid plate

Great

Love my new skid plate...ordering the whole set piece by piece

Very well made!

I’ve drug these skids down the trails and they’ve saved me thousands.

Want to like it more, but…

I was very happy with the cat covers I got from Cali Raised.
And, I would like to rate it higher, but the cut outs are sloppy and the hole for the oil drain is too small, took an oil bath when I changed my oil.
I will be enlarging the drain hole.
The plate for the oil filter access leaves plenty of room. Kudos on that one.

Bulletproof!! The aluminum front skid

Bulletproof!! The aluminum front skid plate can handle big rocks, tree stumps, just about anything I can run over and it a lot cheaper than anything under the front of my Tacoma that I would tear up without it.

Love the ease of install

Love the ease of install and the amount of protection. Great feature with the access panel for the oil filter

Quality product that fit perfectly

Quality product that fit perfectly and easy to install

Easy install. Looks great

Very good product!

The stock Taco skid plate

The stock Taco skid plate is not an inspiring piece of hardware. This is. Fits great, looks great, and will actually provide protection if you should need it. Takes 2 or you and your floor jack to install. It's heavy, but otherwise easy to install. 2 thumbs up on this product!

Clean, mean and pristine.

Fits perfectly. After getting their rock sliders it was an easy decision where to go for the skids.

Massive Upgrade Over Stock

After a rock on a local mountain 2-lane mangled the stock front spray cover, I decided not to risk my oil pan anymore and replace it with a steel front skid. Most of my "install" time was spent removing an old spray cover bolt snapped off by the rock, as well as several old bolts that had seized. I also took the time to tap and clear the threads for the mounting bolts. After that, following Cali's instructions had the new plate installed in 30-minutes, solo, using just a floor jack, and without raising the truck. Rather to my surprise, everything fit absolutely perfectly on the very first try!

Considering that about 10lbs of parts come off before the install, the steel version adds maybe another 40lbs. on the front suspension. That said, the steel is probably overkill unless you're rock-crawling, so the aluminum option might have been a better choice. And I'll probably do the rest in aluminum. Regardless, an overall excellent product, easily 5-stars. Just wish I'd installed one before taking out the old spray cover.

Nice fit .looks good

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Built beefy! Easy to install! I bought the steel version. I like Cali Raised products! Ship super fast!

Best skidplate ever!

Fit exactly like the picture.

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Looks great, fits great. HUGE upgrade from both stick black skid and TRD skid. I wanted to get the transmission case as well but it requires permanent removal of the cross braces above the catalytic converters, and I can’t find any info on whether or not removing these will affect anything (frame flex, etc.) Ordered the car protectors 4 weeks ago and still haven’t seen them. Hoping those fit just as well.

Great piece

I love the laser cutting of the logo!!
Fit perfectly! Only Jake I had was all my rust and getting my bolts out! Lol
Great product!!!

great investment

great fit and easy install. get yourself one!!

Built strong

Looks good and built strong. Glad I got it knowing the oil pan and front diff are protected especially having a diff drop.

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Went on easy, looks good, strong and covers my oil pan where as the stock one doesn’t.

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High quality material, super quick ship time, easy install. Cali Raised LED has you completely covered.

Super happy with this one

Install was easy enough for me to do myself and the raw aluminum looks super clean and feels really sturdy too!