Tacoma Tailgate Security: Are Anti-Theft Locks Worth It?

OEM Skid plates

tacomel · 2025-08-27T16:56:08+00:00

I picked up the OEM skid plates while parts/accessories are on sale (and free shipping). The front skid plate is from the new Land cruiser but it also fits the Tacoma - PT228-60242. The transfer case skid plate is PT228-35247. The skids are stainless steel and while not the thickest l, approximately 1/10th if an inch, for my use they are going to be more than adequate and way better than the flimsy plastic stock pieces.

h4ngman tacoma

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Jul 27, 2025

For a while now, I've been looking at getting tailgate anti-theft installed for my truck. The only thing that has been holding me back is I don't know if it was an issue on previous Tacoma generations.

My tailgate locks, but I'd still love to get one just to be on the safe side in case criminals know how to get under the truck and short the wires to unlock the tailgate. You never know.

Tacoma Tailgate Security: Are Anti-Theft Locks Worth It?

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