GX470 2003 - 2009

***This item requires cutting and welding***

CNC cut 1/8” thick body mount steel plates (pair) lightly coated in oil. Use these when performing a Body Mount or Cab mount chop for additional tire clearance. Typically this process is required to run most tire sizes over stock on Tacoma, 4-runner and FJ Cruisers.

Currently works on the following vehicles:

2005 to current Toyota Tacoma (2nd and 3rd Generation)

2010+ Toyota 4Runner (5th Generation)

2004 to 2009 Toyota 4Runner (4th Generation)

Toyota FJ Cruiser

Lexus GX470

(may be more to come)

Ground shipping to continental US. Additional shipping costs may be required for shipping to Alaska or Hawaii. Please call before ordering if you are in these locations for accurate shipping quotes.

Fitment Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021

***Will work on Non-KDSS GX470's ONLY***

Please read full description before ordering.

**Estimated production lead time is 4-8 weeks**

 Call to get current lead times.

Don't pay extra for options that should be standard on your rock sliders! We believe in building rock sliders the right way from the beginning.

New for the Lexus GX470, The Hefty Fabworks rock sliders provide the ultimate in protection and functionality. 100% bolt on. When building our rock sliders we won't compromise on quality, accuracy, or strength. Every set of sliders are built utilizing a CNC cut, bent and fabricated mounting system, all American top quality steel, 2x2 hitch steel main slider with a 1 3/4" x .120 wall DOM tubing rub rail with rear kick out and all assembled using a set jig to eliminate human error. The integrated tread plate feature gives your sliders not only the strength to take on the trail but they function as a convenient entry step. All mounting hardware is provided.

Trimming or removal of the lower rocker trim is required.

• Features Hefty Fab's "Kick-Out".

• Gusseted legs for additional strength.

• Integrated dimple died tread plate steps for easy vehicle entry.

• 100% Bolt-On installation w/ frame support - no modification required.

• All hardware provided.

• HeftyFab Installation Rating: 2-3 (bolt-on/weight)

• • This product ships bare metal and will need to be coated before install
  • Powder coating options are available for local installation - please call us for more details 

Will have a similar installation as 5th gen 4Runner:

Built by skilled craftsmen in Colorado Springs, CO USA

This product ships freight only to a business location or can be picked up at a local freight hub. For shipping outside the continental USA please call for a shipping quote prior to order. Shipping costs may vary depending on location. Orders with only a residential address listed will be shipped to the nearest Freight terminal by default. Additional charges may apply prior to shipping.

***For all Canada/International orders please read our Frequently Asked Questions PRIOR TO ORDERING***

Pick-Up and In-Shop Installation is available. Please call for more details. Pick up during normal operating business hours only, no exceptions! Items for pick up must be picked up within 14 days of notification of product completion or the order will subject to a storage fee unless prior arrangements are made with us.

Refunds and Cancellations: All Hefty Fabworks Products are built to order. Once you place an order there are NO Cancellations or refunds. All Sales are Final.

Order Changes: There will be an additional fee added should order be changed once products are in production. That amount will be determined based on change. 

This product is laser cut aluminum comes unfinished, bare aluminum.

The Hefty Fabworks Compressor bracket is designed to bolt into the engine bay and provide a solid mounting system for the ARB Compressor (sold separately) or similar compressors as well as space to mount a rocker switch. All mounting hardware is included. Product ships in 5-7 days when in stock. Compressor sold separately. 

The bracket is made of 1/8" Aluminum for a lifetime of corrosion resistance. 

Works On

4th Gen 4Runner (03-09)

GX470

FJ Cruiser (05-09)

Mounting location: Passenger Side firewall behind the air box

Refunds and Cancellations: All Hefty Fabworks Products are built to order. Once you place an order there are NO Cancellations or refunds. All Sales are Final.

Order Changes: There will be an additional fee added should order be changed once products are in production. That amount will be determined based on change.

***Current photos showing 5th gen 4Runner but GX470 are similar.***

**Estimated production lead time is 6-8 weeks**

 Call to get current lead times.

Newly redesigned for ultimate strength. These skids have been reinforced unlike anything else on the market. Full length backbone system on gas tank skid. Skids are designed to support the full weight of the vehicle. 

The Hefty Fabworks 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 Fuel Tank Skid is the ultimate tank protection for any journey. Custom CNC cut and fit to cover the entire gas tank while keeping high clearance approach angles. All while looking sleek and adding a custom look to the bottom of your GX70.

• Protects entire fuel tank without interference of driveshaft .

• Slotted openings to allow for water and debris drainage.

• Reinforced boxed design allows for a maximum strength while maintaining optimal clearance.

• All hardware provided.

• Direct bolt on, no modifications

• Product comes in a raw mill grade aluminum. Machining and grinding marks will be visible. Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Product Specifications:
Material: 5052 1/4" Aluminum Alloy
Weight: Aluminum - 30 lbs
Finish: Raw Unfinished, Mill Grade, Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Built by skilled craftsmen in Colorado Springs, CO USA

Individual skid plate orders ship ground to residential and business addresses. On all shipments an adult signature is required. For shipping outside the continental USA please call for a shipping quote prior to order. Shipping costs may vary depending on location.

***For all Canada/International orders please read our Frequently Asked Questions PRIOR TO ORDERING***

Pick-Up and In-Shop Installation is available. Please call for more details. Pick up during normal operating business hours only, no exceptions!

HeftyFab Installation Rating: 1 (Direct Bolt On)

Refunds and Cancellations: All Hefty Fabworks Products are built to order. Once you place an order there are NO Cancellations or refunds. All Sales are Final.

Order Changes: There will be an additional fee added should order be changed once products are in production. That amount will be determined based on change.

***Current photos showing 5th gen 4Runner but GX470 are similar.***

***Estimated production lead time is 8-10 weeks

Newly redesigned for ultimate strength. These skids have been reinforced unlike anything else on the market. Skids are designed to support the full weight of the vehicle. 

The Hefty Fabworks 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 Transfer Case Skid is the ultimate T-Case protection for any journey. Custom CNC cut and fit to cover your Transfer Case while keeping high clearance approach angles. All while looking sleek and adding a custom look to the belly of your GX470.

• Full Transfer Case & Actuator Motor protection with vented slots for crossover pipe exhaust heat dissipation.

• Reinforced box design allows for maximum strength while maintaining optimal clearance.

• All hardware provided.

• Direct bolt on, no modifications

• Product comes in a raw mill grade aluminum. Machining and grinding marks will be visible. Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Product Specifications:
Material: 5052 1/4" Aluminum Alloy
Weight: Aluminum - 10 lbs
Finish: Raw Unfinished, Mill Grade, Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Built by skilled craftsmen in Colorado Springs, CO USA

Individual skid plate orders ship ground to residential and business addresses. On all shipments an adult signature is required. For shipping outside the continental USA please call for a shipping quote prior to order. Shipping costs may vary depending on location.

***For all Canada/International orders please read our Frequently Asked Questions PRIOR TO ORDERING***

All Hefty Fabworks Skids are built to order and require a 8-10 week lead time for production. Pick-Up and In-Shop Installation is available. Please call for more details. Pick up during normal operating business hours only, no exceptions!

HeftyFab Installation Rating: 1 (Direct Bolt On)

Refunds and Cancellations: All Hefty Fabworks Products are built to order. Once you place an order there are NO Cancellations or refunds. All Sales are Final.

Order Changes: There will be an additional fee added should order be changed once products are in production. That amount will be determined based on change.

***Current photos showing 5th gen 4Runner but GX470 are similar.***

***Estimated production lead time is 8-10 weeks

Newly redesigned for ultimate strength. These skids have been reinforced unlike anything else on the market. Now featuring a full length backbone system. Skids are designed to support the full weight of the vehicle. 

The Hefty Fabworks 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 Transmission Skid is the ultimate Transmission protection for any journey. Custom CNC cut and fit to cover vulnerable components while keeping high clearance approach angles. All while looking sleek and adding a custom look to the belly of your GX470.

• Full underbelly protection w/ vented side slots for heat dissipation for catalytic converters.

• Protects 2 belly cross-members and transmission.

• Service openings for easy service without complete skid removal.

• Reinforced design allows for maximum strength while maintaining optimal clearance.

• All hardware provided.

• Direct bolt on, no modifications

• Product comes in a raw mill grade aluminum. Machining and grinding marks will be visible. Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Product Specifications:
Material: 5052 1/4" Aluminum Alloy
Weight: Aluminum - 20 lbs
Finish: Raw Unfinished, Mill Grade, Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Built by skilled craftsmen in Colorado Springs, CO USA

Individual skid plate orders ship ground to residential and business addresses. On all shipments an adult signature is required. For shipping outside the continental USA please call for a shipping quote prior to order. Shipping costs may vary depending on location.

***For all Canada/International orders please read our Frequently Asked Questions PRIOR TO ORDERING***

All Hefty Fabworks Skids are built to order and require a 8-10 week lead time for production. Pick-Up and In-Shop Installation is available. Please call for more details. Pick up during normal operating business hours only, no exceptions!

HeftyFab Installation Rating: 1 (Direct Bolt On)

Refunds and Cancellations: All Hefty Fabworks Products are built to order. Once you place an order there are NO Cancellations or refunds. All Sales are Final.

Order Changes: There will be an additional fee added should order be changed once products are in production. That amount will be determined based on change.

**Estimated production lead time is 6-8 weeks**

 Call to get current lead times.

Built Hefty tough to be abused, this bumper can handle the harshest off road terrains and was built with strength and function in mind. Using only the highest grade USA 5052-H34 Aluminum, the 1/4" main body, 3/8" mounting plates, and hardened & sleeved integrated recovery points make this a very strong and very light weight bumper for your Lexus. Similar in strength as our Steel version at about 1/3rd the weight, it is the perfect choice for overland and everyday use. The light weight Aluminum series bumpers provide the protection you need without the negative effects on your fuel economy and suspension components of a heavy steel bumper. Yes you can run this bumper without suspension modifications. The recessed winch mount accepts most winches up to 9500lbs with standard 10"x4.5" mounting pattern and a non-integrated solenoid. Synthetic winch line strongly suggested on all Aluminum Bumpers. 

Product Specifications

• Made in 5052 H34 1/4" Aluminum from USA.
  
• Recessed light holes for aftermarket fog lights (non-flush mount).
• Complete bolt on installation w/ cutting required.
  
• Available in raw, unfinished aluminum 
  
• All raw, unfinished aluminum bumpers come DA sanded and pre-prepped for powder coating.
• • This product ships bare metal and will need to be coated before install
  • Powder coating options are available for local installation - please call us for more details 

Weight: 59 lbs

Built by skilled craftsmen in Colorado Springs, CO USA.

HeftyFab Installation Rating: 4 (drilling/cutting of bumper required)

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Shipping and Pick Up

This bumper ships freight only to a business location or can be picked up at a local freight hub. For shipping outside the continental USA please call for a shipping quote prior to order. Shipping costs may vary depending on location. Orders with only a residential address listed will be shipped to the nearest Freight terminal by default. Additional charges may apply prior to shipping.

***For all Canada/International orders please read our Frequently Asked Questions PRIOR TO ORDERING***

Pick-Up and In-Shop Installation is available. Please call for more details. Pick up during normal operating business hours only, no exceptions!

Fitment Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009

***Current photos showing 5th gen 4Runner but 4th gen are similar. Does not have front access panel***

**Estimated production lead time is 6-8 weeks**

 Call to get current lead times.

***Will work on Non-KDSS GX470's ONLY***

Newly redesigned for ultimate strength. These skids have been reinforced unlike anything else on the market. New additional support on front skid. Works with or without differential drop. Skids are designed to support the full weight of the vehicle. 

What makes these better than the competition?

The Hefty Fabworks 2003-2009 Lexus GX470 Radiator/Engine Skid is the ultimate front end protection for any journey. Custom CNC cut and fit to cover vulnerable components while keeping high clearance approach angles. All while looking sleek and adding a custom look to the front end of your 4Runner.

• Protects front cross-members, front differential, & oil pan.

• Service openings for easy service and oil changes without complete skid removal.

• Reinforced design allows for maximum strength while maintaining optimal clearance.

• Sides of the skids are nearly double the height of the competition skid plates for greater bending resistance.

• Fully welded and gusseted seams.

• Designed to support the full weight of the vehicle.

• Rear slotted holes allowing for an easy slide and bolt on installation in minutes.

• All hardware provided.

• Direct bolt on, no modifications

• Product comes in raw mill grade aluminum. Machining and grinding marks will be visible. Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Product Specifications:
Material: 5052 1/4" Aluminum Alloy
Weight: Aluminum - 25lbs
Finish: Raw Unfinished, Mill Grade, Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Built by skilled craftsmen in Colorado Springs, CO USA

Individual skid plate orders ship ground to residential and business addresses. On all shipments an adult signature is required. For shipping outside the continental USA please call for a shipping quote prior to order. Shipping costs may vary depending on location.

***For all Canada/International orders please read our Frequently Asked Questions PRIOR TO ORDERING***

Please call for more details. Pick up during normal operating business hours only, no exceptions!

HeftyFab Installation Rating: 1 (Direct Bolt On)

Refunds and Cancellations: All Hefty Fabworks Products are built to order. Once you place an order there are NO Cancellations or refunds. All Sales are Final.

Order Changes: There will be an additional fee added should order be changed once products are in production. That amount will be determined based on change.

***Will work on Non-KDSS GX470's ONLY***

***Current photos showing 5th gen 4Runner but 4th gen are similar. Does not have front access panel***

**Estimated production lead time is 6-8 weeks**

 Call to get current lead times.

Newly redesigned for ultimate strength. These skids have been reinforced unlike anything else on the market. Full length backbone systems on gas tank and transmission skids and additional support on front skid. Works with or without differential drop. Skids are designed to support the full weight of the vehicle. 

What makes these better than the competition?

The Hefty Fabworks 2003 - 2009 Lexus GX470 Full Skid Package is the ultimate in underbelly protection for any journey or adventure. Custom CNC cut and formed to cover all your vulnerable components while keeping high clearance approach angles, all while looking sleek and adding a custom look to the front and bottom of your Lexus.

• Protects all cross-members and key components vulnerable to damage.

• Service openings and vented slots allow for easy maintenance and efficient airflow to critical components.

• Full length backbone reinforced boxed design allows for a maximum strength while maintaining optimal clearance.

• Sides of the skids are nearly double the height of the competition skid plates for greater bending resistance.

• Fully welded and gusseted seams.

• Designed to support the full weight of the vehicle.

• Non-KDSS only

• All hardware provided.

• Direct bolt on, no modifications

• Product comes in a raw mill grade aluminum. Machining and grinding marks will be visible. Lightly DA sanded for finish application.

Product Specifications:
Material: 5052 1/4" Aluminum Alloy
Weight: Aluminum - 92 lbs
Finish: Raw Unfinished, Mill Grade, Lightly DA Sanded for finish application.

Package includes: Radiator/Engine, Transmission, and Transfer Case. Gas tank skid is optional. Full set reduces the shipping cost of individual skids.

Built by skilled craftsmen in Colorado Springs, CO USA

Individual skid plate orders ship ground to residential and business addresses. On all shipments an adult signature is required. For shipping outside the continental USA please call for a shipping quote prior to order. Shipping costs may vary depending on location.

***For all Canada/International orders please read our Frequently Asked Questions PRIOR TO ORDERING***

Pick-Up and In-Shop Installation is available. Please call for more details. Pick up during normal operating business hours only, no exceptions!

HeftyFab Installation Rating: 1 (Direct Bolt On)

Refunds and Cancellations: All Hefty Fabworks Products are built to order. Once you place an order there are NO Cancellations or refunds. All Sales are Final.

Order Changes: There will be an additional fee added should order be changed once products are in production. That amount will be determined based on change.