Toyota Tacoma Armor - What Skid Plates Do You Need?! (CBI Offroad Install and Review)

[@JasonExplainsThings]

UPDATE (Aug 2023): After almost a year of use I broke the front aluminum skid. It does great in most circumstances, but it does have limitations. For a full update how it broke watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpDQlpWuhpqoeMk

[@wadeduvall7026]

You don't need the armor until you need the armor. I'd say the oil pan skid is a must if you're just gonna do one. If you break the oil pan you're all kinds of screwed. It's also one of the most likely areas to get a hit.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yeah the stock skid is decent... It's just thin. I was just warning folks in case they didn't plan on or want to do suspension upgrades.

[@2AToday]

Jason you make life better. I’m so happy whenever I see you’ve released a new video!!!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Well, thank you very much! Glad you enjoy them. Next week's will be a fun.

[@Ubbenation]

Watching the Overland DIY playlist during surgery recovery and so disappointed to have reached the end! Can't wait for Phase 2!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Nice! Hey feel better and I'm glad I could help pass the time for a while. In case you missed the Mount St. Helens climbing video... that one is also worth your time.

[@Ubbenation]

@@JasonExplainsThings That's a good one! I also climbed St. Helens in October this year. It's quite a workout!

[@Joes432]

I bet you see better gas mileage on the highway with these. A lot of air turbulence comes from no flat surfaces underneath. I wouldn’t know how much you would see, but I’m curious.

[@semperliberi]

Jason, those look sweeeeet! Great video as usual! I like those seat covers, haven't seen those before.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yeah I love them. They're from Covercraft/Carhartt.

[@Shodan99]

Can’t wait for the suspension video!

[@fodera0915]

Excited on phase 2

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Me too! I need some time to film and install stuff. Lots of magical parts in the shop.

[@Chesapeake_Frontier]

Your videos are great man! Looking forward to see what's next for the Taco

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks man! I dig your Frontier. I considered one of those as well. Yeah the next batch of Tacoma additions are pretty exciting... now to just find some free time to install them.

[@brettfullmer8914]

CBI is from my hometown. Great guys over there.

[@manwithnoname734]

Thank you for adding in the weight. I think I'll go trd upfront and cbi in the back

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I'd agree completely. See this update video on the front skid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpDQlpWuhpqoeMk

[@manwithnoname734]

@JasonExplainsThings haha awesome 👌 just gave it a watch/like. Are those the carhartt custom seat covers I see? If so how do you like them and how's the fit? I have the precision fit on my Ram and love them but due to the price I'm considering the customs on my Taco.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I love them. I’ve linked them in a few videos.

[@BowTied69]

Looking good

[@PNW_Bison]

Having helped a certain guy put these on, I was very impressed with the quality. It's no Boron, but it's great stuff! 😜 #brandwars

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Oh snap!

[@aevnate4140]

@@JasonExplainsThings 😬

[@MatheusAraujo-zz1vk]

What are those hood deflectors called. Best I’ve ever seen!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Here's a link! It's called the AVS Aeroskin. amzn.to/3v8CkSo

[@fincherelli73]

Nice seat covers. Custom made or did you purchase them

[@arrowv1]

Is 8.4lbs really going to make the front end sag? Seems odd

[@salazarsalazar6598]

Hello there great video can you tell me where you got your seat covers or maybe send the link I like them

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Hey there! They’re links in the description of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3utn5h8dsmLjZY

[@salazarsalazar6598]

@@JasonExplainsThings thank you very much, new follower.

[@cbiprinsuinstalls]

Love that Tacoma!

[@icer22x]

What bug deflector do you have on the front of your truck?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Here's a link: amzn.to/3xw69u5

[@williamgorski3929]

Not all weight is the same, adding weight to your frame is not the same as your roof from a safety perspective in regards to body roll. Aluminum could never support the full weight of your vehicle so using it for anything other than preventing gravel hitting your components is the only “armor” it can provide. There are fewer gimmicks as absurd in the off-road community as aluminum skid plates. If your choosing aluminum over steel the only thing your saving is possibly your driveline and steering components but again adding weight to the bottom of the vehicle probably the safest place to go heavy from a physics and body roll safety standpoint. Infact, aluminum skids are a huge liability as they dent and pock creating sticking points and can leave you high centered and stranded if alone without a winch. You should always go steel as the whole purpose is to create a solid surface that can support the full weight of your vehicle without denting allowing you to “slide” over obstacles. Skids are not the place to try and win the weight war.

[@josephmettes9147]

First 😁

[@JORGELOPEZ-ik4fg]

Great