Trimming stock OR package (not TRD Pro) skid plate

Prepping for lifted coilovers install. Does anyone have some pics or template of where they trimmed the factory off road package skid plate for larger tires? Did you remove and trim or can it be done with skid installed?

Thought I would take care of that and removal of the front spats before installing the lift to avoid rubbing in those areas.

 

pretty sure you can just use an angle grinder while its on if you really wanted to. Just trim the wings off if your model year has them.

 

I used a jigsaw. Here is a pic of where I cut before I got my RCI.


I removed to trim. Probably took just over an inch then used a hammer to roll the edge up.

 

excellent, very helpful!

Ive heard they can be a PITA to remove, any tips? I read something about some hooks that are interesting to figure out the first time.

 

People make it seem way harder than I ever found it to be. I do this -
Remove the three 10mm bolts and front two 12mm bolts. Then take out the outer 12mm bolts leaving just the rear center bolt. When you undo the final bolt, give the plate a gentle press up, forward and towards the driver’s side to free the hooks. It will all drop down at that point. Install using reverse method - hook the plate put in the rear center bolt and the rest is easy.