[PNWGarageDad]

I slapped some paint on it and everything lined up nicely. I'm glad to see the fasteners came with a nylon spacer, so hopefully there won't be any metal to metal noise on the front skid plate. Not su

re how many versions of this skid plate they have out, but appears to be a newer version, I like the semi cut out square section that gives the customer the option to cut it out and utilize that jack point with a floor jack and lift both front tires from that center jack point. I have quickjacks, so decided not to cut it out. Anyways, If I have any issues over the next few months I'll for sure let you guys know.

 

[Moab Junky]

Very nice. Two thumbs, way up!

 

[CaveGator]

Nice. I see they updated their design to include a cutout for the front, center jack point. Did you have the blue paint done or did it come that way?

 

[PNWGarageDad]

@CaveGator, It's a DIY rattle can paint job. I scuffed it up, self itching, primer, and then base coat. I already had some sandpaper and scuff pads, so I think I spent less than $35 bucks.

 

[stevenD]

Maybe I missed it, buy do you have a link to the maker or seller?

 

[PNWGarageDad]

@stevenD,

https://no-lodesigns.com/shop

 

[kslu_wa]

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It definitely looks nice from underneath!!! Do you have a picture of the front end of the car on the ground? How much of that blue color do you see?

More importantly, have you taken your car offroading since the install?

As far as oil changes, how much extra work will it be to change oil with the front skid plate?

 

[stevenD]

As cool as it looks in blue, I think if I got one, I would primer it, paint it black and then spray some sort textured undercoating over the area facing the road - something that could easily be resprayed when it gets some "battle-wounds" on it...

Or even anodize it...

 

[HarveyW]

As cool as it looks in blue, I think if I got one, I would primer it, paint it black and then spray some sort textured undercoating over the area facing the road - something that could easily be resprayed when it gets some "battle-wounds" on it...

Or even anodize it...

It’s on the underside of the vehicle. Embrace the battle scars.

 

[stevenD]

It’s on the underside of the vehicle. Embrace the battle scars.

but blue is ok, right?

 

[HarveyW]

but blue is ok, right?

You didn't see me make a comment on the blue, my thumbs up is for the skid plate itself. The Jsport skid plate and a fumoto oil drain valve were the first accessory purchases I made for my new passport.

 

[PNWGarageDad]

It definitely looks nice from underneath!!! Do you have a picture of the front end of the car on the ground? How much of that blue color do you see? Can not see the skid plate from the front unless you are on your knees.

More importantly, have you taken your car offroading since the install? Sad to say, I've done zero offroading in the vehicle. I'm really pumped about getting out on some trails. You should check out this guy's channel on Youtube he's also in the PNW. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_Yg42THe3MQERH_3HSzOQ

As far as oil changes, how much extra work will it be to change oil with the front skid plate? I agree with @HarveyW a fumoto is a must have with a skid plate. I have a fumoto on my Ram truck and it's great, however no need for one on my PP because I'll use my mityvac to suck out the oil.

As cool as it looks in blue, I think if I got one, I would primer it, paint it black and then spray some sort textured undercoating over the area facing the road - something that could easily be resprayed when it gets some "battle-wounds" on it...

Or even anodize it...

That would look great!

The itching primer kinda looked like O.D. green which is a color I really like and almost stopped there.
I'm anticipating this skid plate will get trashed, so I'm looking forward to the battle wounds and leaving it as is.

 

[TwelfthmanSeahawks]

That would look great!

The itching primer kinda looked like O.D. green which is a color I really like and almost stopped there.
I'm anticipating this skid plate will get trashed, so I'm looking forward to the battle wounds and leaving it as is.

Wow this looks amazing!!

 

[2021HPS]

Love the skid plates!
My bad! Posted in the wrong place!

 

[2021HPS]

Battle scares gonna look sick with the blue!

 

[ChucklesToy]

@PNWGarageDad now that you’ve had the skid plates on for a while, any updates?
And the question about oil changes...does it have to be removed for oil and filter changes?

 

[kslu_wa]

@PNWGarageDad now that you’ve had the skid plates on for a while, any updates?
And the question about oil changes...does it have to be removed for oil and filter changes?

Here's his reply to the same question I asked : "As far as oil changes, how much extra work will it be to change oil with the front skid plate? I agree with @HarveyW a fumoto is a must have with a skid plate. I have a fumoto on my Ram truck and it's great, however no need for one on my PP because I'll use my mityvac to suck out the oil."

 

[PNWGarageDad]

@ChucklesToy , I had to drop the front skid plate so I could install the ATF cooler and noticed one of the front bolts was loose , so I added a some blue loctite to all the bolts when I reinstalled the skid plate. Other than that , no issues.

 

[PNWGarageDad]

I've got some trouble shooting to do and would like some feedback. I think the polyurethane spacers maybe allowing the crossbrace to shift just a little. I removed the front skid plate and will drive it for the next month and see if it reduces the pop sound. I know that some people are having that front pop sound that's covered under warranty, but I just want to make sure it's not the skid plate.

I'm also thinking about replacing the 2 rear m10x1.25 (if I remember bolt threads correctly... 🤔) with 2 studs. That way a can torq down the nut correctly for the crossbrace and then a nut to hold the skid plate.

 

[DudeCS]

I've got some trouble shooting to do and would like some feedback. I think the polyurethane spacers maybe allowing the crossbrace to shift just a little. I removed the front skid plate and will drive it for the next month and see if it reduces the pop sound. I know that some people are having that front pop sound that's covered under warranty, but I just want to make sure it's not the skid plate.

I'm also thinking about replacing the 2 rear m10x1.25 (if I remember bolt threads correctly... 🤔) with 2 studs. That way a can torq down the nut correctly for the crossbrace and then a nut to hold the skid plate.

I have a JSport skid plate and this is my fix for the rear bolts.