{"title":"Hilux Surf \u0026 4Runner Skid Plates \u0026 Underbody Armor","description":"\u003cp\u003eSkid plates, bash plates and underbody armour for the Toyota Hilux Surf and 4Runner — steel and alloy options across 2nd, 3rd and 4th Gen. Engine sump, transfer case, fuel tank and diff protection for any truck that sees gravel roads, rocks, or rough station-wagon-style four-wheeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCross-generation skids. Underbody geometry varies between gens — each kit is cut for a specific platform. Listings call out the year window.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's In This Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEngine \/ sump skids, transfer case bash plates, fuel tank skids, full-length protection kits, and the surrounding mounting hardware. Material gauge (3–4mm steel typically) listed per product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Surf Syndicate\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderbody armour only protects what it fits. We list skids engineered for the right Hilux Surf \/ 4Runner platform — no universal cut-to-fit guesswork. NZ shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel or alloy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel is tougher in impacts and cheaper. Alloy saves 15–20kg if weight matters to your build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGround clearance?\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds 5–15mm below the factory skid. Worth the trade for the impact protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware included?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — bolts, washers, brackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe right home for searches like 'hilux surf skid plate', '4runner bash plate NZ', 'toyota surf sump guard', 'surf 4runner underbody armour' and 'hilux surf transfer case protection'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop similar collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bumpers-bullbars-winch-bars\"\u003eBumpers, Bullbars \u0026amp; Winch Bars\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bonnet-protectors\"\u003eBonnet Protectors \/ Bug Deflectors\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/snorkels-airboxes\"\u003eSnorkels \u0026amp; Airbox Upgrades\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lift-kits-suspension\"\u003eLift Kits \u0026amp; Suspension\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/roof-racks-cross-bars\"\u003eRoof Racks \u0026amp; Cross Bars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"anomaly-offroad-front-skidplate-l-2nd-gen-89-95","title":"Anomaly Offroad Front Skidplate for Toyota Hilux Surf \/ 4Runner KZN130 \/ LN130 \/ YN130 | 2nd Gen 89-95","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Toyota Hilux 165\/KZN130 Surf Skidplate\\n\\nThis skidplate protects the bottom of the radiator and the other bits on the underside of the front of the vehicle. Weighs only 9kg!\\n\\n+Footer 1\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":21379,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":14281427},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Arial\",\"17\":1}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFront skidplate to suit all \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Toyota Hilux 165\/KZN130 Surf Skidplate\\n\\nThis skidplate protects the bottom of the radiator and the other bits on the underside of the front of the vehicle. Weighs only 9kg!\\n\\n+Footer 1\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":21379,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":14281427},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Arial\",\"17\":1}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2nd Gen Hilux Surf \/ 4Runner 89 - 95 \u0026amp; Toyota Hilux N60\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis skidplate protects the bottom of the radiator and the other essential prts on the underside of the front of the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 9kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Made from Hardox 450, 3mm thick\\n\\nSold as bare steel, all fasteners included. Enquire about powdercoating options\\n\\n100% bolt on\\n\\nDesigned and made in Wellington, NZ for extreme toughness and maximum clearance\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":17337,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"6\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"7\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"8\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"17\":1}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial: 3mm Hardox 450 Steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSold as bare steel, all fasteners included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePowder coating options available upon special request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% bolt on system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesigned and manufactured in Wellington, New Zealand for extreme toughness and maximum clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note this product is currently on backorder and will be dispatched with 2-4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ 1st Gen Surf \/ 4Runner 83 - 88\u003cbr\u003e✔ 2nd Gen Surf \/ 4Runner 89 - 95\u003cbr\u003e✘ 3rd Gen Surf \/ 4Runner 96 - 02\u003cbr\u003e✘ 4th Gen Surf \/ 4Runner 03 - 09\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm Hardox 450 Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWellington, New Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Anomaly Offroad","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42657940439198,"sku":"ANML-SKD","price":529.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/3280\/3230\/files\/FrontSkidplateRender.jpg?v=1689079819"},{"product_id":"anomaly-offroad-underbody-protection-l-3rd-gen-96-02","title":"Anomaly Offroad Underbody Protection for Toyota Hilux Surf \/ 4Runner KZN185 \/ RZN185 \/ VZN185 | 3rd Gen 96-02","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":21379,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":14281427},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Arial\",\"17\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Toyota Hilux 165\/KZN130 Surf Skidplate\\n\\nThis skidplate protects the bottom of the radiator and the other bits on the underside of the front of the vehicle. Weighs only 9kg!\\n\\n+Footer 1\"}'\u003eFull or partial underbody protection to suit all 3r\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":21379,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"4\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":14281427},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Arial\",\"17\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Toyota Hilux 165\/KZN130 Surf Skidplate\\n\\nThis skidplate protects the bottom of the radiator and the other bits on the underside of the front of the vehicle. Weighs only 9kg!\\n\\n+Footer 1\"}'\u003ed Gen Hilux Surf \/ 4Runner 95 - 02 \u0026amp; Land Cruiser Prado 90 Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis set protects the underbody from just behind the front bumper to behind the transfer case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront two plates or transfer case plate can be purchased separately. Front two plates will fit the Land Cruiser Prado 90 Series SWB model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 25kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":17337,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"6\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"7\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"8\":{\"1\":[{\"1\":2,\"2\":0,\"5\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}},{\"1\":0,\"2\":0,\"3\":3},{\"1\":1,\"2\":0,\"4\":1}]},\"10\":1,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"17\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Made from Hardox 450, 3mm thick\\n\\nSold as bare steel, all fasteners included. 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Armor Up Your 3rd Gen 4Runner \/ Hilux Surf Before the Trail Tears It Apart!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture this: You’re deep into the backcountry, crawling over a gnarly section of rocks. Suddenly, you hear the worst sound imaginable—the sickening, bone-jarring \u003ci\u003eCRUNCH\u003c\/i\u003e of a boulder smashing directly into your exposed oil pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a split second, your epic off-road adventure turns into a multi-thousand-dollar nightmare. You’re stranded. Your engine is bleeding oil onto the dirt. And you’re kicking yourself for trusting those flimsy factory \"skid plates\" (if you can even call them that).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDon’t let one jagged rock end your trip.\u003c\/b\u003e It’s time to wrap your rig's vital organs in an impenetrable vault. Introducing the \u003cb\u003eCoastal Offroad 3rd Gen 4Runner \/ Hilux Surf Drivetrain Skid Plate Kit (1996-2002).\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t your average, thin, easily-bent piece of metal. This is a heavy-duty, meticulously engineered fortress designed to take the most brutal beatings so your drivetrain doesn't have to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Skid Plate Kit Will Save Your Rig (and Your Wallet):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Complete Vital Organ Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e This comprehensive 2-piece set shields your radiator, front differential, engine oil pan, steering rack, transmission, AND transfer case. You get ultimate peace of mind knowing the most expensive parts of your 4Runner are completely armoured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Unbeatable Strength by Design:\u003c\/b\u003e While competitors simply bend a sheet of metal and call it a day, we’ve engineered a \u003cb\u003edual-wall construction\u003c\/b\u003e at the highest impact zones, reinforced with multiple continuous ribs running the entire length of the set. It absorbs massive hits and slides over obstacles with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Maximum Ground Clearance \u0026amp; Approach Angle:\u003c\/b\u003e We designed the front plate with a dual angle that tucks up tighter to the frame than anything else on the market. You get armour \u003ci\u003ewithout\u003c\/i\u003e sacrificing precious clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- No-Drill, Zero-Headache Install:\u003c\/b\u003e You don't need to hack up your frame. The front plate bolts directly to 9 factory mounting points, and the rear bolts straight into 8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- Mechanic-Friendly:\u003c\/b\u003e Need an oil change? No problem. The built-in oil drain hole means you don't have to drop the massive skid plate every time your rig needs fresh blood.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e- The Pride of Building It Yourself:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a precision CNC laser-cut, DIY weld-together kit. Nitrogen laser cutting means no edge oxidation, just clean, bare metal ready for you to lay down perfect, strong welds right out of the box. \u003ci\u003e(Detailed instructions included!)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Trail Won't Go Easy on You. Make Sure Your Rig Can Take the Hit.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour 3rd Gen 4Runner wasn’t built to sit in a driveway—it was built to conquer the wild. But every time you leave the pavement without proper undercarriage armor, you are rolling the dice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop holding back. Stop cringing every time you hear a scrape under your feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInvest in the ultimate insurance policy for your drivetrain. Build your armor. 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