Running dual cases without tying the front and rear together is asking for cracked ears, twisted outputs, and a very bad day on the trail. These HotMetalFab 3/16" plates lock both cases into one rock-solid unit then bolt straight to the factory transfer case mounts. You still run a real skid plate underneath (because this isn’t one).
Who This Is Actually For
- Dual-case Toyotas (Top-shifted, forward-shifted, whatever)
- Anyone who’s ever snapped a case ear or watched their rear case dance
- Single-case guys who are deleting the factory transmission crossmember (otherwise skip it)
What You Get
- (2) 3/16" laser-cut plates – precision fit, ready to weld
- DIY weld-it-yourself – you box it, tie it to the frame however you want
- 100% bolt-on to factory transfer case once welded
- Optional add-on: (2) bushed 1.75" × .120 DOM sleeves (1/2" ID) for frame side
NOT INCLUDED: tubing, frame tabs, crossmember, hardware for bushings, skid plate. This is the critical link you build the rest exactly how your rig needs it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a skid plate?
NO. It’s a structural mount. Run a real skid under it.
Do I need this with a single case?
Only if you’re deleting the factory trans mount. Otherwise the stock crossmember is fine.
How hard is the welding?
If you can box a frame and burn clean beads, you’re overqualified.
Will it fit my Marlin / Trail-Gear / etc. dual setup?
Yes — bolts to the factory case ears on ANY dual-case Toyota setup.
Optional sleeves – worth it?
Hell yes. Makes a flex-free, rubber-isolated mount when you tie them to the frame.
Shipping & lead time?
FREE shipping in the lower 48. 2–3 weeks fabrication + shipment.
Why don’t photos match exactly?
We’re constantly improving. You’ll get the latest, greatest version.