Ford Ranger Skid Plates (2024–2026): The Complete Coverage Guide
Factory Ranger skids are thin stamped steel that leave the transmission, catalytic converters, and transfer case exposed. Full coverage is four bolt-on 1/4″ ...
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2015–2026 Ford F-150 Skid Plate Guide (Gen 13, Gen 14 + PowerBoost)
F-150s leave the factory with only a small engine skid — the transmission, transfer case, and fuel tank ride exposed, and PowerBoost hybrids add underbody co...
Toyota Tacoma Skid Plates: TRD vs. Aftermarket, by Generation
The factory TRD skid plate is decent 1/4″ aluminum — but it's front-only, leaving your transmission, transfer case, cats, and fuel tank exposed. Full coverag...
Aluminum vs. Steel Skid Plates: The Honest, Data-Backed Comparison
For most trucks and vans, 1/4″ 5052-H32 aluminum wins: it matches 3/16″ steel's bending strength at roughly half the weight and never rusts. Steel only makes...
Mercedes Sprinter Skid Plate Guide: 4x4 & AWD Underbody Armor (2019–2026)
The 4x4 (2019–2022) and AWD (2023+) Sprinters have different drivetrains — and need different skid plates. This guide covers what's exposed under each, what ...
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Ram ProMaster Skid Plate Guide: 1/4″ Aluminum Underbody Armor (2014–2026)
The Ram ProMaster's FWD layout leaves the oil pan, transmission, and fuel tank exposed. This guide covers what to protect, how to install it, and why Juggern...
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Ford Ranger Raptor Skid Plate Guide: 1/4″ Aluminum Underbody Armor (2024–2026)
What the factory thin-steel skids miss on the 2024+ Ford Ranger Raptor — and how to spec 1/4-inch aluminum underbody armor (engine, transmission & cat, t...
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Ford F-150 Raptor Skid Plate Guide: Underbody Armor for Gen 2, 3 & 3.5 (2017–2026)
What the factory Raptor skids miss — starting with the lower control-arm frame mounts — and how to spec real 1/4-inch aluminum underbody armor for a Gen 2, 3...
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Catalytic Converter Theft Protection: The Skid Plate Guide
Deter catalytic converter theft with a 1/4 inch aluminum plate that blocks access to the converter. Cat-shield skid plates by vehicle — F-150, Super Duty, Sp...
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The Ultimate Ram ProMaster Exterior Upgrade Guide (2026): Every Option, Honestly Compared
An honest, shop-tested guide to Ram ProMaster exterior upgrades — lift kits, wheels & tires, skid plates, bumpers, racks, lighting, and more. Real specs,...
Ram Promaster Lift Kit Options
Looking for more ground clearance for your Promaster? Here is a list of all the Ram Promaster Lift Kit options currently on the market. All of these kits wi...