I'm so glad to live in a place where catalytic converters don't get stolen.

@MrSatchelpack

5 ай бұрын

I'd like to check out Antarctica one day.

Really appreciate the close ups and videos showing delicate matters and know hows. I was able to copy it all the way with minimum issues. Thank you!! 😊

@sunroomstudios8487

Ай бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate it! Glad it helped!

Thank you you tube for recommending this video today after my wife and were talking about how I need to get these and install them on my 4 Runner yesterday.

@sunroomstudios8487

11 ай бұрын

I’m so glad I got these. Another person I know just got their catalytic converter stolen the other night. Crazy. These are totally worth it, unless you’re going to do full skid plates. Thanks for watching!

Excellent install explanation video!

@sunroomstudios8487

9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

This video was very helpful, especially when you reviewed the tools you used. This was not an easy install for a novice and I had to make several runs to the hardware store to get deep socket bits, etc.

@sunroomstudios8487

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, I’m glad it helped! Nice job getting this install done!

I'm glad to have found your Chanel. The shield manufacture didn't suggest lock tight for the two SS torque type bolts? Also, would the manufacture supply extra SS bolts and a second key bit if requested?

@sunroomstudios8487

6 ай бұрын

I have not found a recommendation for Locktite, but I think some sort of Fluidfilm or anti seize compound is always good. I haven’t had any loosening of any of the bolts so far. Cali Raised LED sells security hardware separately for LED bars. Not sure if they are the same as the Cat Shield hardware. You could contact them to check. They’re a great company and I’m sure they could get you some extra bolts if needed. Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it!

@EricBryan

4 ай бұрын

I inquired about this, as my key bit twisted and broke apart when I was installing the first shield. They gave me an Amazon link to the key bit. It’s just a standard Torx T40H bit. $5 on Amazon.

Hi. , please assist me to purchase 2017 tacoma 4 cylinder catalytic converter anti theft shield + catalytic converter Thank you

Hi , what material is better for cat shield ? Aluminum or steel ? Thanks

@sunroomstudios8487

10 ай бұрын

I’m a big fan of stainless steel for the cat shield. Thinner and stronger.

@kevinle5962

10 ай бұрын

Thanks . i decided to buy the stainless one cost little more but feel much better

Hi, do these shields fits for w/ kdss and without kdss?

@sunroomstudios8487

3 ай бұрын

Yes, works for both. This video is without KDSS. Thanks for watching!

Thanks for a very detailed video.... It made my installation soooo much easier :-).... I believe that the two special screws that come with the kit for each side should go together where the bar overlaps the shield, instead of putting one on each side of the bar. It makes sense, because this is the only area where the original screws are not long enough to grab sufficient thread.

@sunroomstudios8487

21 күн бұрын

That makes sense the security bolts go together. I should have tried that!

Great vid. Just finished my install and noticed the shield touches the cat on the driver's side. Do you have the same issue?

@sunroomstudios8487

Жыл бұрын

I actually didn’t notice that until you mentioned it. Yes, mine touches the catalytic converter on the driver side also, near the CR logo. It doesn’t look like it’s causing an issue with fitment though. I’m sure it gets super hot, another reason to not paint it! Thanks for watching!

@jcredeyes

Жыл бұрын

I install mines and besides the shields touching the cat I also have vibration on that area when I stop you could hear it. Did you noticed that ?

@4runnerDave

Жыл бұрын

@@jcredeyes I'm not detecting any vibration.

@sunroomstudios8487

Жыл бұрын

I don’t have any vibration on mine. I guess I’d double check the rubber bumper is installed correctly (larger side up) and tighten all bolts again. Good luck!

@sethalper7054

Жыл бұрын

Driver side right against the catalytic too... Same issue on my Taco before the updated design they released.. great customer service though

Driver side one Its too close to cat and vibrates when I stop y any red light etc. Any tips to resolve this. Did I installed it correctly. Its a Trd Pro 2020

@sunroomstudios8487

4 ай бұрын

Make sure that little circular rubber bumper is not up side down and that all bolts are tightened and didn’t loosen with driving. Hope that helps, otherwise you can try contacting Cali Raised and they may have other recommendations. Mine is 2018 TRD OR so maybe there are subtle variations with fitment?

@watdaheck808

4 ай бұрын

I had the same issue...I dropped the shield down a bit...now no rattling noise. The round rubber bumper was aligned incorrectly by Cali-Raised and rendered it no use. The metal shield was up against the body.

I would just save a little more and get skid plates for that price lol

Did you notice a rattle from the driver side catalytic converter resting against the driver shield? I dropped the shield down a bit...now no rattling noise.

@sunroomstudios8487

4 ай бұрын

No rattling on mine. Was that little rubber disc in place in yours? Sounds like you got it to stop rattling though.

@watdaheck808

4 ай бұрын

@@sunroomstudios8487 yes…the rubber was placed on the shield and is still there but it doesn’t rest against the vehicle frame…its alignment or degree of bend is off…rendering useless.

I wonder if the cats retain more heat with these installed?

@sunroomstudios8487

5 ай бұрын

I worried a bit about that too, but this one had the most ventilation possible. I haven’t experienced or heard of any issues.

@thejungalope2900

28 күн бұрын

Even if they did, the whole point of the cat is to vaporize exhaust…with heat

Does a skid plate cover the CC?

@sunroomstudios8487

3 ай бұрын

Some aftermarket skid plates partially cover the catalytic converters, and some design updates now have wings that improve coverage. You’d need to check specific brands and compare their coverage. I thought of skids instead of the shields but ultimately decided on keeping the factory skids and going with the shields due to price.

@American_Mike

3 ай бұрын

@@sunroomstudios8487 Thank you.

i did mine by my self takes 45 min.

@sunroomstudios8487

Ай бұрын

Nice job!

Those long bolts are made of what 😢? Look sheep 😢😢

@sunroomstudios8487

8 ай бұрын

The long bolts are stamped “LE USA” which I’m fairly sure means Lake Erie Products, made in US. The yellow gold finish and 6 hash marks on the head implies Grade 8, which is the highest grade SAE bolt of tempered medium carbon alloy steel. Not cheap hardware, this is good stuff!