Toyota OEM Rear Differential Skid plate

[gvan1998]

I saw that the 2025 Land Cruiser comes optional with the rear differential skid plate. Since the LC is our GX twins, im curious to see if its compatible with our GX.

 

[AtomicEric]

The GX has a larger diff than the LC. In my North East wheeling and grinding over rocks at times, the rear diff from the factory is well suited to the task. The skid will actually reduce clearance. Under a hard pin against the skid it will likely rotate the plate and cause more issues.

 

[Bluegill]

Disclaimer: I have not gotten up close & personal with the GX550 rear differential yet. But….it should take a year and a day to damage a modern diff. You have to really hit a diff nowadays to cause a crack, leak, or dent that interferes with the differential’s job. If I’m wrong, please correct me!