Truth is, I got the hood protector just for the looks of it. When I get bored with it I'll take it off. To me it gives the truck a little more character.
I'd say get it. It's not permanent.... it barely weighs anything so you don't have to worry about make the front end too heavy... and it'll make it stand out from the 4Runners in the area. Like I said... if you get bored with the look.. take it off...
i dont think its really meant for protection, at least thats the case with mine... the westin mounts that came with mine are more heavy duty that the t&h. i hope it all works out noloc- make sure you put up some pics when your done...