Valhalla’s Shield theft deterrent/skid plates info and ordering post

https://globalnews.ca/video/8789521...ome-increasingly-more-brazen-in-their-methods

Found it, it was in Canada..... watch that little video, I think it may be using tie down straps or something strong enough to rip it all out and not break

 

Getting ready to install after I mow the yard today. Who has the best PDF of instructions?

Thanks in advance!

 

Not a PDF per se, but a compiled from others previously, see my post #3840
https://www.tundras.com/threads/val...and-ordering-post.84911/page-133#post-2733777

 

The plates do not have to be removed for oil changes, regardless of whether or not you have a Fumoto valve.

 

Mine are done. Piece of cake without an engine skid.

The plates are awesome and I feel so much better knowing my truck is at least much more difficult of a target.

 

FYI thanks for this. Pulled the plate took this little skid off and reinstalled the plate. NVH free now!

 

I am looking for the step by step guide for installing all three Valhalla items. (NO TRD SKID)

1) Removing original "Paper" skid plate and installing Valhalla Skid plate
2) installing front Valhalla Cat Plate.
3) installing back Valhalla Cat Plate.

Most important is what sequence do you install them. Keeping in mind you can't reach the top nuts if you install out of order. (For us with big mitts for hands)

I found the minimal install pics on the web site but it did not take into account a skid plate install.
I could NOT find the skid plate instructions anywhere. Also keep in mind there are three components of the skid plate. (4 if you account for the filter door)

Thanks,

 

Did you try the link I posted a few post above this one? One of they had a pretty detailed installation guide, but am not sure if that's what you are looking for.

 

Check the link in the quoted post below. It has a pdf with instructions and pics. (It is what iantung was linking to above).

 

How-to installation guides guides for Valhalla cat shields and skid plate.

After wading through links to links of links to links ..........


This is the best I was able to find for installing all three items (Skid, Front & Rear Cat plates)
It is from @3rdTundra and has outstanding instructions on a PDF.
https://www.tundras.com/posts/2338309

Then there is a great guide on installing the Front & Rear cat plates from @CmdrD8TA.
It has a link to an off-site install guide in pdf (it is over the forum 20meg limit)
https://www.tundras.com/posts/2249889

I remembered seeing these a while back but when I tried the search function I was inundated with results I had to wade through and was never able to find them again.

Thanks for everyone helping me find these again.
Big shout out for @3rdTundra and @CmdrD8TA for making these two great step by step guides.

Maybe @Classy63 will include, or point, to these two installation guides somewhere on the first page.

Again this is what makes these forums so valuable. Somebody has either already done it or knows someone who has.

Thanks again.

~TBS

 

I will have your order ready next week

 

I just ordered last night. Do you have an ETA yet? Tracking #?

 

Glad to support the forum!

 

I didn’t remove the little OEM skid on the transfer case, just pushed rear plate up tight. Have others had rattling from this contact?

 

Yes, many have had rattling from leaving the transfer case skid in and many have gone back and removed it. The snall transfer skid is not needed since the Valhalla plate provides much more protection for the transfer case.

 

Thanks!! If it rattles I will take the little skid out.

 

Did you need the TRD nut plate? Thank you for this. I have full RCI skids, so looking at keeping engine skid and replacing the transmission skid with this set up.

 

Mine didn’t rattle at all. It vibrates the entire truck, not a lot, just that little ‘buzz’ you can feel in the wheel and the brake pedal. Took out the plate and it’s gone truck feels like it did before.

 

That’s great information and much appreciated. I haven’t driven it yet but will be clued into that.

I did rubber mount both front and rear plates except for where they contact the transfer case skid plate.

 

Tagged for later

 

Yes, get the nut plate. I also have the RCI skid. Made the install a piece of cake.

 

Just pulled the trigger on a skid plate also !

 

Well, trying to install my new bumper and the new tow hooks won't work with my plates. Not sure what to do. I've tried them above and below the plate.
When they are below the plate they are too long and hit the bend in the metal. When they are above the plate the holes don't line up to put the bolts through.

 

Just put in my order. Hopefully it comes in before some of the jacka$$e$ hit mine up.
Curious how many sequoias have these on theirs

 

Hey, y’all. For those that Facebook, Tyler’s page could use some love. Stop and leave a review and photos if you have them.

 

The dimensions of our trucks aren't always perfect, so when it came to install my VS skid, the holes didn't line up perfect. You can drill or grind those holes out in no time.

 

Looks like you might have to put the plate on the bottom and do some slight drilling. It might just mean you need to elongate the hole a bit. Looks like not by much.

What bumper and tow hooks are you putting on? This might need to be a requested mod if someone has that specific setup.

 

I'm putting on the Ironman Raid Bumper and winch

 

i saw online it said orders can exceed 4 weeks. i'm not rushing, but just wondering if anyone has an idea on turnaround time to get out once ordered. just curious if it's still 4 weeks, more, or less. i ordered mine last night and looking at time frames to get it installed

 

Times can vary based on what material and thickness you ordered and if you are getting them bare or powder coated. Seems like most have said it's taken about 8-10 weeks lately.