Rear Lower Link Reinforcement / Skid Plate Kit – Protect Your Vulnerable Suspension Components
When tackling rugged trails, the rear lower suspension links and mounts are some of the most exposed and vulnerable parts of your Toyota or Lexus SUV. Positioned below the height of the frame and just in front of the rear tires, these components are often the first to take a beating from rocks, stumps, and other obstacles. Factory parts are made from thin material that can bend, deform, and even lead to a misaligned rear axle—or worse, a catastrophic failure that leaves you stranded.
The Rear Lower Link Reinforcement and Skid Plate Kit offers an economical and highly effective solution to protect these weak points. Made from CNC-cut and formed 1/4” steel, the skid plates provide robust protection to the factory brackets from trail impacts. The contoured design ensures full suspension articulation while shielding your vehicle from hard hits.
The reinforcement braces are crafted from CNC-cut 3/16” steel and weld directly to the topside of the factory links, greatly increasing their strength without sacrificing ground clearance. The ends of the braces are tapered to prevent interference with the axle housing during full suspension flex, making them an excellent alternative to costly full replacement rear links. With pre-cut notches for perfect alignment with the factory parking brake cable bracket, installation is easy and precise.
 
Features:
CNC-Cut Skid Plates and Reinforcements – Made from 1/4” and 3/16” steel for maximum strength and durability.
Protects Vulnerable Suspension Components – Shields the rear lower suspension links and mounts from damage caused by trail obstacles.
Full Suspension Articulation – Skid plates are contoured to allow full articulation of the lower suspension links.
Reinforcement Braces – Weld onto the factory links to dramatically increase strength while maintaining ground clearance.
Tapered Ends – Prevent interference between links and the axle housing during full suspension articulation.
Pre-Cut Notches – Align perfectly with the factory parking brake cable bracket, ensuring easy and precise installation.
Economical Alternative to Full Replacement Links – Reinforce the factory links for the same strength and articulation at a fraction of the cost.
Welding Required – Required for reinforcement braces; skid plates do not require welding but adding a small weld bead is recommended for extra security.
Perfect Fit Every Time – CNC-cut locating features eliminate guesswork, ensuring accurate and easy installation.