C4 Fabrication 4Runner Rock Sliders 5th Gen 2014–2024
C4 Fabrication 4Runner Rock Sliders 5th Gen 2014–2024
Couldn't load pickup availability
The C4 Fabrication 4Runner Rock Sliders are frame-mounted rocker protectors built for the 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner (2014–2024), constructed from DOM tubing with a .120-inch wall thickness and .188-inch frame mounting plates with gussets. Installation is bolt-on with minor drilling and no welding. Four variants cover Non-KDSS and KDSS suspensions in raw steel or powder coat finish.
DOM Tubing Built for Rock Contact
The C4 Fabrication rock sliders use DOM (Drawn Over Mandrel) tubing with a .120-inch wall thickness throughout, paired with .188-inch frame mounting plates reinforced with gussets at each attachment point. That combination of tube wall and plate thickness means the sliders absorb rock strikes and side-load impacts without deforming, so the vehicle's rocker panels stay protected on repeated runs over technical terrain. The main support legs are welded at a 45-degree rotation, a geometry that deflects rocks off the leg rather than catching and holding the slider, which matters when a hung-up slider can stop forward progress on a trail.
Clearance and Footing Built Into the Shape
The outer round tube angles upward at 25 degrees, increasing ground clearance at the leading edge where contact is most likely. Step plates sit flat and level to the ground regardless of that angle, giving a stable platform for entry and exit. The dimple-die pattern on each step plate adds grip underfoot and channels mud and snow off the surface while driving, so the step stays usable in the conditions where the sliders are doing their job. Step plates are removable, which simplifies painting or powder coating and allows refinishing without pulling the entire slider.
Bolt-On Installation, Hardware Included
The C4 Fabrication rock sliders mount with a bolt-on process that requires minor drilling but no welding, keeping the installation within reach of a prepared home builder with basic tools. Every piece of mounting hardware ships with the sliders: grade 10.9 bolts and zinc-plated Torx pan-head 10-24 self-threading screws. Selecting the raw finish means the steel arrives uncoated and must be painted or powder coated before installation to prevent rust; C4 Fabrication recommends test-fitting before coating to confirm alignment. The powder coat option arrives ready to install.
Features
- DOM tubing construction: .120-inch wall thickness for strength and dent resistance
- Heavy frame plates: .188-inch mounting plates with gussets at each frame attachment
- 45-degree leg rotation: support legs welded at 45 degrees to deflect rocks and reduce hang-ups
- 25-degree outer tube angle: outer tube slopes upward for improved ground clearance
- Dimple-die step plates: flat, level, removable; grip underfoot and shed mud and snow
- All hardware included: grade 10.9 bolts and zinc-plated Torx self-threading screws
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fitment | 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner, 2014–2024 (Non-KDSS and KDSS variants available) |
| Tube material | DOM steel, .120-inch wall thickness |
| Frame plate thickness | .188 inch, with gussets |
| Outer tube angle | 25 degrees upward |
| Support leg angle | 45-degree rotation (welded) |
| Weight (with step plates) | 65 lb each |
| Weight (without step plates) | 60 lb each |
| Finish options | Raw bare steel (requires paint or powder coat before installation); Powder coat |
| KDSS options | Non-KDSS; KDSS |
| Installation | Bolt-on, minor drilling required, no welding |
| Hardware included | Grade 10.9 bolts; zinc-plated Torx pan-head 10-24 self-threading screws |
| Origin | Made in USA |
Who This Is For and Isn't
These sliders suit 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner owners (2014–2024) who run rocky or technical off-road terrain and want frame-mounted rocker protection with a functional step. Both Non-KDSS and KDSS suspension configurations are covered by dedicated variants.
These sliders do not fit 4Runner Limited trim models or the 2022 4Runner Sport trim. Raw-finish sliders require painting or powder coating before installation and are not ready to mount straight from the box.
Common Questions
Do these rock sliders fit a KDSS-equipped 4Runner?
Yes. The C4 Fabrication 4Runner rock sliders are available in a dedicated KDSS variant (select "Yes (KDSS)" at checkout) that accommodates the Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System found on certain 5th Gen 4Runner trims. Non-KDSS and KDSS versions are separate SKUs with different mounting provisions.
What drilling is required during installation?
The C4 Fabrication rock sliders use a bolt-on mounting method that requires minor drilling at the frame attachment points. No welding is required. C4 Fabrication provides installation instructions for the Non-KDSS configuration; the process keeps the installation reversible without permanent modification to the vehicle frame.
Do I need to finish the raw steel sliders before installing them?
Yes. Raw-finish C4 Fabrication rock sliders ship as bare steel and must be painted or powder coated before installation to prevent rust. C4 Fabrication recommends test-fitting the sliders first to confirm alignment and fitment before sending them out for coating. The powder coat option arrives finished and is ready to install.
What hardware is included with the sliders?
Each set of C4 Fabrication 4Runner rock sliders ships with all mounting hardware: grade 10.9 bolts and zinc-plated Torx pan-head 10-24 self-threading screws. No additional fasteners need to be sourced separately for a standard installation.
How much do the sliders weigh?
Each C4 Fabrication 4Runner rock slider weighs 65 lb with the step plates installed and 60 lb without the step plates. Step plates are removable, which also simplifies painting or refinishing. The weight applies to all four finish and KDSS variants.
Share
