You do NOT need to smash your crossover pipe to gain enough clearance at the trans skid. Install you 2-hole spacer bar on the top side of the trans skid not the bottom as you have it now. You may need to grind on the rear driver side of the trans skid mounting bracket (not the plate itself) in order to gain enough clearance to eliminate exhaust rattle with the engine running in gear (that's just an ARB manufacturer problem).
DUDE, I went with these also!! Only problem I ran into(2) was an old broken bolt that needed extracting and the cross member. If you go with Doug Thorley Performance Y-Pipes, it will need some adjustments
Haha no way! If you look at 4:59 you’ll see I had the same issue with the bolt snapping 🤣 DT headers are awesome but not a good idea in CA unfortunately 😐
Right. I went with just the Y-Pipes and new Dorman manifolds w/cats. I miss Fresno/Visalia but LOVE having my 24 round FN509 Mag and non-Carb compliant swag in/on my GX! 😄
I had to grind about 3/16" off the rear drivers side of the trans plate mounting bracket before I had enough clearance to eliminate the exhaust rattle from the interference of the stock crossover pipe. I wouldn't be surprised if I have to grind more once I've installed URD's pipe.
Hi, nice video. Hope you are happy with your plates. I am thinking of instaling ARB plates on my Prado but I am a bit conserned as I heard that ground clearence gets smaller with insalling bash plates. Did you maybe measured yours or get that impresion after installing?
With some you get significantly affected ground clearance but I think it’s very minor with these ARB ones. A ~1/4 inch less clearance is worth it to me for the protection they provide.
Lol true, I thought about editing in some text about how ironic that statement was in light of the bumper and sliders 🤣 What I was trying to say is that I really didn’t feel the need to go heavy with the plates since the rest of the rig is already getting too heavy for my efficiency goals.
It looks like there’s just enough room to reach your hand in and take the drain plug out. Regardless, I’ll just remove it since it’s only 5 bolts and I want to keep it clean
It’s probably not a huge deal but i am more worried about vibrations from the plate rubbing a hole in the exhaust. Pretty easy to “clearance” the exhaust enough to fit the plate. Just a few whacks with a hammer and it’s good.
Morris 4x4. Looks like the price went up unfortunately www.morris4x4center.com/arb-skid-plate-system-arb-5421100.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8NHvosy-8wIVED2tBh1L4AjwEAQYASABEgInUfD_BwE
There is a square access hole probably 4”x4” beneath the oil drain plug. The access isn’t as wide as the stock one so it’s a bit of a squeeze to get ur hand in there. I’d just remove it. It’ll take 5 mins. The front plate can stay on though since there’s plenty of oil filter access.
Morris 4x4. Price has gone up by now. Raw materials everywhere are inflating like crazy. These plates are still less expensive than anything else out there
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You do NOT need to smash your crossover pipe to gain enough clearance at the trans skid. Install you 2-hole spacer bar on the top side of the trans skid not the bottom as you have it now. You may need to grind on the rear driver side of the trans skid mounting bracket (not the plate itself) in order to gain enough clearance to eliminate exhaust rattle with the engine running in gear (that's just an ARB manufacturer problem).
Always appreciate the GX content 👍🇺🇸👍
I appreciate you watching! Thanks!
I went with RCI because the ARB hardware looks dinky. Thanks for the video
RCI makes some great stuff. cheers!
Just ordered this. To replace my oem that I fucked up
Sweet video and haircut 🔥💇🏻♂️
I have the worlds best barber, so...
DUDE, I went with these also!! Only problem I ran into(2) was an old broken bolt that needed extracting and the cross member.
If you go with Doug Thorley Performance Y-Pipes, it will need some adjustments
Haha no way! If you look at 4:59 you’ll see I had the same issue with the bolt snapping 🤣
DT headers are awesome but not a good idea in CA unfortunately 😐
Right.
I went with just the Y-Pipes and new Dorman manifolds w/cats. I miss Fresno/Visalia but LOVE having my 24 round FN509 Mag and non-Carb compliant swag in/on my GX! 😄
I had to grind about 3/16" off the rear drivers side of the trans plate mounting bracket before I had enough clearance to eliminate the exhaust rattle from the interference of the stock crossover pipe. I wouldn't be surprised if I have to grind more once I've installed URD's pipe.
I didn’t have to grind ANYTHING, just a BUNCH of Elbow Grease and it was good! Lol
Hi, nice video. Hope you are happy with your plates. I am thinking of instaling ARB plates on my Prado but I am a bit conserned as I heard that ground clearence gets smaller with insalling bash plates. Did you maybe measured yours or get that impresion after installing?
With some you get significantly affected ground clearance but I think it’s very minor with these ARB ones. A ~1/4 inch less clearance is worth it to me for the protection they provide.
@@lexus_offroad_adventures Thanks! Have safe adventures and a lot of fun.
U have a steel front bumper. You also said u want to keep it light weight. No
Lol true, I thought about editing in some text about how ironic that statement was in light of the bumper and sliders 🤣
What I was trying to say is that I really didn’t feel the need to go heavy with the plates since the rest of the rig is already getting too heavy for my efficiency goals.
Would you have to remove the front skid plat to do the oil change?
It looks like there’s just enough room to reach your hand in and take the drain plug out. Regardless, I’ll just remove it since it’s only 5 bolts and I want to keep it clean
It’s not good idea to touch plate with exhaust? That will not make noise and heat up cover fast?
It’s probably not a huge deal but i am more worried about vibrations from the plate rubbing a hole in the exhaust. Pretty easy to “clearance” the exhaust enough to fit the plate. Just a few whacks with a hammer and it’s good.
The Magnaflow Overland eliminates all this…
@@rzabeatsdun4589 Can you elaborate? Doesn't the low-clearance Y-pipe stay in place, and the cat-back exhaust bolts on to that?
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Would you say these offer any form of Cat theft deterrent?
No I don’t believe so. An RCI or BudBuilt set would probably work better for that in terms of coverage but I’m not sure
You have the link to this? I searched Morris they don't have the one that fits the GX
www.morris4x4center.com/arb-skid-plate-system-arb-5421100.html
The FJ Cruiser ones will fit your GX470 chassis.
May need exhaust wrap for that once close section?
I bashed it out of the way so its not rubbing or anything. Should be fine. If I start seeing signs of burning or rubbing, I'll rethink it
I have a 2003 Lexus gx will this fit my car
Should fit. 03-09 is the same platform
Thank you
When you bought it did it come with all parts you installed or you had to purchase piece by piece
Do you have front diff drop?
No, diff drop isn’t necessary with the GX platform with my lift
Where did you got this plate ?
Morris 4x4. Looks like the price went up unfortunately www.morris4x4center.com/arb-skid-plate-system-arb-5421100.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8NHvosy-8wIVED2tBh1L4AjwEAQYASABEgInUfD_BwE
Where did you buy it from?
www.morris4x4center.com/arb-skid-plate-system-arb-5421100.html
How's access for oil changes?
There is a square access hole probably 4”x4” beneath the oil drain plug. The access isn’t as wide as the stock one so it’s a bit of a squeeze to get ur hand in there. I’d just remove it. It’ll take 5 mins.
The front plate can stay on though since there’s plenty of oil filter access.
@@lexus_offroad_adventures EXACTLY!! I am so glad I didn’t listen to the HATERS and skip on these. I LOVE my Fumoto Valve and drain tube…
where did you buy this ? i been looking
Morris 4x4 www.morris4x4center.com/arb-skid-plate-system-arb-5421100.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0L3FrPie-QIVyQytBh2fRgd1EAQYAiABEgK_0PD_BwE
thank you !! what year is your gx 470 minee is a 2003 lexus gx 470 the link says wont fit mine is that correct or you did any modifications
Is this the one with kdss?
No, both of my GX470s are non-KDSS.
Where did you get your for $450.00?
Morris 4x4. Price has gone up by now. Raw materials everywhere are inflating like crazy. These plates are still less expensive than anything else out there