{"product_id":"rival-4x4-set-of-3-bash-plates-radiator-engine-transmission-toyota-hilux-2015-2025","title":"RIVAL 4X4 SET OF 3 BASH PLATES - RADIATOR, ENGINE \u0026 TRANSMISSION - TOYOTA HILUX 2015-2025","description":"\u003ch2\u003eToyota Hilux (2015–2025) Bash Plate Set — Radiator, Engine \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtects: Radiator, Engine \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e23 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot every Hilux owner needs a full six-plate set — but almost every Hilux owner needs the radiator, engine and transmission protected. These three components are the most exposed, the most vulnerable and the most expensive to repair if damaged by rocks or trail debris. This RIVAL 4x4 three-plate set is the accessible entry point to serious underbody armour, covering the front-to-gearbox zone that takes the hardest hits on any off-road excursion. At 23 kg combined and with a matte black powder coat finish, it's a practical upgrade that delivers immediate peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Underbody Protection — Radiator, Engine \u0026amp; Transmission Coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength Aluminium Alloy Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit for Toyota Hilux (2015–2025)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Matte Black Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Cost-Effective Bundle — Save vs Buying Individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Protected\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadiator Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Every stone kicked up by the front wheels hits the radiator area first. On gravel roads, that bombardment is constant and relentless. A holed radiator drains coolant in minutes, overheating the engine and halting your trip. This plate deflects that barrage, keeping the radiator core and hoses safe behind solid aluminium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The oil sump hangs below the engine block like a target, waiting for the next rock to crack it open. Losing oil pressure is the fastest way to destroy an engine. This plate provides full-coverage protection for the sump and lower block, taking hits that would otherwise end your engine's life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The gearbox extends behind the engine, its housing exposed to debris that the engine plate doesn't catch. A damaged transmission means no drive and a hefty repair bill. This plate extends your underbody armour rearward, completing a continuous three-plate shield across the most critical zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh-grade lightweight aluminium alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e23 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMatte black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or permanent modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3 (Radiator + Engine + Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eToyota Hilux (2015–2025), Toyota Fortuner (2015–On) — 4x4 variants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAt 23 kg for three full-size plates, aluminium keeps the added weight modest enough that your Hilux's suspension, braking and fuel economy are barely affected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium won't rust, even after years of creek crossings, coastal driving, muddy trails and exposure to the elements. The powder coat finish adds an extra layer of protection against abrasion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium's flex-on-impact characteristics absorb energy gradually, protecting the mounting points and the components behind each plate from the sharp jolts of rock strikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Vehicle Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThree plates at 23 kg keeps your Hilux comfortably within its designed weight parameters, preserving the ride and handling Toyota engineered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1 x Aluminium Radiator Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1 x Aluminium Engine Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1 x Aluminium Transmission Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Step-by-Step Installation Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy — one of the most straightforward bash plate installs you can do\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStandard socket set, jack and jack stands (or vehicle hoist)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThree plates, factory mounting points, zero drilling or modification needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExpect under an hour for the complete three-plate installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether your Hilux runs the daily commute on potholed suburban roads, hammers down a gravel highway to the coast every weekend, or embarks on annual outback touring adventures, the three components this set protects are constantly at risk. 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