What is the deckplate mod?
The deckplate mod is a simple performance modification made to the airbox of the 3.4L V6 found in the 3rd gen 4Runners and Tacoma’s. Basically, the mod entails cutting a 4-6 inch hole in the top of the airbox to improve breathing. The “deckplate” mod gets its name from the cover used to seal the large hole in the event of deep water crossings, mud, and rain. Deckplates are watertight covers used in the marine industry. If you do an internet search you will find many write-ups on how to perform the deckplate mod.
The deckplate mod is a simple performance modification made to the airbox of the 3.4L V6 found in the 3rd gen 4Runners and Tacoma’s. Basically, the mod entails cutting a 4-6 inch hole in the front of the airbox to improve breathing. The “deckplate” mod gets its name from the cover used to seal the large hole in the event of deep water crossings, mud, and rain. Deckplates are watertight covers used in the marine industry. If you do an internet search you will find many write-ups on how to perform the deckplate mod. Written by Robinhood150 (http://www.robinhood4x4.com/) from YotaTech.com (http://yotatech.com/index.php?
The deckplate mod is a simple performance modification made to the airbox of the 3.4L V6 found in the 3rd gen 4Runners and Tacomas. Basically, the mod entails cutting a 4-6 inch hole in the top of the airbox to improve breathing. The “deckplate” mod gets its name from the cover used to seal the large hole in the event of deep water crossings, mud, and rain. Deckplates are watertight covers used in the marine industry. If you do an internet search you will find many writeups on how to perform the deckplate mod.
