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Underbody Armor - Jeep Wrangler Tech

Toughen Up Where It Counts
By Christian Lee
Photography by Christian Lee, 4WD&SU Staff
Jeep Wrangler Skidplates Underbody
The Jeep Wrangler TJ engine/transmission... 
   
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Jeep Wrangler Skidplates Underbody
The Jeep Wrangler TJ engine/transmission skidplate from Skid Row Offroad is designed to protect the vulnerable engine and transmission pans and exhaust tubes from unnecessary trail damage. Skid Row Offroad offers a variety of skidplates, bumpers, and accessories for Jeep, Toyota, and Nissan 4x4s.
Jeep Wrangler Skidplates Plate Installed
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Jeep Wrangler Skidplates Plate Installed
The Skid Row engine/transmission skidplate is shown here installed on an '00 Jeep Wrangler TJ. Once the plate was installed, we took to the trail in an effort to prove the skidplate's worth. It easily cleared the front driveshaft and provided ample underbody protection from rocks and other oil-pan-smashing objects.
Jeep Wrangler Skidplates Skidplate Kit
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Jeep Wrangler Skidplates Skidplate Kit
Skid Row's TJ engine/transmission skidplate is made from 1/4-inch-thick steel and reinforced with 1/4-inch angle stock. A large oil-drain hole is in place, so the vehicle can be serviced without removing the skidplate. Mounting hardware is also included.
Jeep Wrangler Skidplates Without Skidplate
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Jeep Wrangler Skidplates Without Skidplate
Sans a skidplate, our '00 TJ had received its share of battle scars. Both the engine pan and the tranny pan are scratched and dented, and the exhaust tubes have also been smashed.

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