Skid Plates: RCI, CBI, or Other

[Phaseshift]

dont plan on rock crawling but would like to have full skids on for protection. What's the recommendation for ones with KDSS?

 

[Geofencedsimian]

The ARB catalog number for the KDSS compatible kit should be 5421110. There was a Youtube short posted by the shop at Big Bear who installed mine, which shows the full set newly installed while it was on the lift. I’ll see if I can relocate that and post the URL.

 

[Caliraisedled]

Adding another option to the list for anyone comparing brands. We (Cali Raised LED) make a full skid set for the 2010-2024 4Runner, fabricated in-house in Fort Worth, Texas.

• Complete Skid Plate Collection for 2010-2024 4Runner: front, transmission, transfer case and fuel tank.
• Material choice: 3/16" steel ($1,525.99) or 1/4" 5052 aluminum ($1,619.99). The lower control arm skids are steel only.
• Bolts to factory mounting points. Plan on about 2-4 hours for the full set.
• Fitment: 4WD only, and not compatible with KDSS. If you have KDSS, look at the brands above that list KDSS versions.

Steel vs aluminum, the same tradeoff people mention above: steel is heavier but takes rock hits better; aluminum saves weight and won't rust.

6th Gen (2025+) owners: 2025+ complete skid set (hybrid and gas versions).