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

No worries, thanks for the update.

 

@Classy63

Didn’t get any notifications my nutplate shipped. Can you check on this again? Thanks man. Order R796873356

 

Nicely done! What hardware did you use? Looks like socket head cap screws/bolts. TIA

 

I've had my front and rear plates installed for a couple of months now and have had zero issues with install, or rattling. After nearly $6000 covered under insurance for CAT replacement back in January, I did not want it to happen again and have my insurance total my 2011 CM 2WD that is still in excellent condition. During the install I did slip a piece of thin ABS plastic between the two plates where they overlap as the small gap looked like it could be a potential (future) vibration opportunity. Ordering the rear vertical add-on today.

 

I used Valhalla's pentagon security bolts with Rock Dome bolt head protectors that would make the bolts harder to cut off..
Not sure if they help, but they look cool..



I bought the medium domes for my pentagon bolts.
I only needed 6 since I have a TRD skid plate.
Don't really need them on the bolt to the frame but I used them.


Rock Hard 4x4™ "Rock Dome" Tapered Bolt Head Protector for Skid Plate Systems - Medium [RH-6000-SW-400]

 

Thanks! I apologize for the confusion, but what size bolt hardware did you use for the 8 bolts on the rear vertical plate add-on? I may go back and add the rock domes to the pentagon bolts on the front and rear plates later for the same reason.

 

What secures the two bolts going through the crossover section of frame? Considering ordering a set for my '21

 

I'm considering the same and live in B.C.
Current area isn't bad for theft yet but it seems things are getting worse by the month.
Unfortunately travelling the Oregon Coast or over to Van may be a sure way to limp home with open pipes the way things are going.

 

I would say:

If you tend to travel light, occasionally tow or go big, get the steel, either pre-powder coated or post self powder coated, salt prevention is a must.
If you tend to load heavy right at stick weight, or RV is your middle name, go with aluminum and power coated, pre/post don't matter.

For those on the fence about it, just bite the bullet and get it, it is better to spend the money and not get hit than get hit and THEN wait 11 months for cats to be in stock while you are one vehicle down due to out of commission.

 

There is a hole in the frame, then that bolt has a nut and washer on top.

 

I don't know, @Classy63 includes the install bolts with the vertical plate.

 

Hi @Classy63

How is order #R066049637 coming? You said it would be sent last week, so I am following up to see if you were able to get it out the door

Thank You

 

Most guys going for the 3/16" aluminum plates? Debating on whether or not 3/16" is necessary for cat protection.

 

For most, 1/8 is enough as a deterrent, but for those that have it double duty as off-road, 3/18 would be more ideal.

 

Great shields and great coverage. Highly recommend. Waited a while but with a one man operation it is totally understandable. Tyler answered all my emails and even helped take care of the shipping on the rear shield which had gotten lost somewhere in transit. Totally worth the wait IMO. Thinking about getting that back L-plate in the future but don't really see the need right now.

 

So, I'm just kinda following up here. I'll likely be making the move to a Tacoma Pro sometime next month. Any chance you'll have something compatible with the Pro Taco skid purchasable in that time frame? I'm actually planning to buy from a dealership a few hours away from Cypress, but fuel and time would cost more than the shipping.

 

Tyler doesn't offer 1/8" aluminum, just 3/16" and 1/4" aluminum. He does offer 1/8" and 3/16" steel though. If you are using it for just cat protection and not a skid plate, the thinner 1/8" steel or 3/16" aluminum would suffice. If you plan to use it for cat protection and a skid plate you'd probably want to go with the thicker 3/16" steel or 1/4" aluminum, though if I was using for a skid plate I'd probably opt for the 3/16" steel as it seems like it would do a better job of sliding over rocks than aluminum would.

 

Thanks for that.
There is no mention of the bolt hardware being included with the add-on vertical plate on Tyler's ordering site.

 

Hello, can you update my order R852092023
Thanks

 

@Classy63 any word on #R066049637?

Thank You!

 

I am putting together the next order. I will be adding the new V3 4x4 rear cat plate to the website tomorrow hopefully. It won’t cost much more.

I have 2 1/8 steel and 2 3/16 steel V3 4x4 rear cat plates that are already spoken for. These will be sent out and on trucks soon for better pictures.

IF YOU HAVE AN OPEN ORDER WITH ME AND YOU WANT THE V3 4X4 PLATE, send me a message.

If you want to get your order in before I send the next order, you have about 24 hours to get it in.

I am over ordering for this order so I will likely have stock. Also, I will likely have 22 1/8 steel cat plates in stock next week.

I have not read any of the previous posts and please don’t murder me for it, I will make time to read it all. Shipping is a PITA, but it is getting done. I have ALOT of plates here now. I will ship all orders!

 

Would like to add a vertical 4x4 back plate to my order R852092023
Can you comfirm my email I sent that I want to keep my order as it is, and not the lifted plate thanks again .

 

I’m at 15 weeks for a rear 3/16 AL, in case anyone is wanting an idea of wait time. Hopefully I get a shipment notification soon.

 

25 weeks here buddy.

 

I am able to drive over to pick up order #R066049637 this weekend. 1/8 black steel plates + hardware. I reside in Austin.

Also, I would help box up a few for others if you need help.

 

For AL?

 

I’m at 24 weeks. for steel plates.

@Classy63 … is my order in the upcoming batch?

order #R729660882 from April 28.

Thanks!

 

Any word on
Order: R189167725 | Date: 2022-07-03?

Thanks...
David

 

Thanks and correct, I edited my original post.
The Valhalla's do look great btw.