GOD FORGIVES, ROCKS DON’T” goes
the old saying. From the slick rocks of the South to the red rocks of Moab and
the granite of the Rubicon, when you leave the pavement rocks are likely to be
part of your diet. The most common body
damage we see is when the front tire drops off a boulder only to have it rearrange the sheetmetal between the
tires. If you are lucky the door still opens.
Sheetmetal isn’t the only thing that
needs protection though. Rocks are not picky. They are happy to smack your oil pan,
transfer case, and differentials. Fortunately the aftermarket is full of companies offering innovative
products to protect everything from your steering box back to the rear corners
of your rig. We rounded up the latest and most innovative in protection accessories for Jeeps, Toyotas,
and more.
SYNERGY MANUFACTURING JK SKID PLATE SYSTEM
Synergy Manufacturing makes oil
pan, transmission, and transfer case skidplates for the Jeep Wrangler JK that
can be purchased individually or as a complete kit. All skids are manufactured
from 3/16 inch crush-resistant Grade 50 A-572 steel plate to reduce weight
without sacrificing strength, and they mount with counter-sunk Grade 8 hardware
that provides a3 mooth skid surface. The skidplates are CNC cut and formed,
have a premium powdercoat finish, and retain easy-access drain plugs.
INFORMATION: Synergy Mfg., 805.242.0397,
synergymfg.com.
METAL CLOAK OVERLAND JK FENDERS
Metalcloak front and rear fenders
are one-piece replacements for the factory plastic flares on JK Wranglers.
Features include simplified installation; hand-welding for unparalleled fitment
and increased strength; added tire clearance; and the availability of steel or
lightweight aluminum. Available in raw or finished with MetalCloak’s Signature
texture-black powdercoat.
INFORMATION: MetalCloak, 916.631.8071,
metalcloak.com.
ARB ROCK SLIDERS
These ARB rock sliders are
manufactured from tough tubular steel, making them ideal for steep rocky
terrain. You can count on these sliders to save your lower sills. For even more
protection, choose the optional skidplates to be fitted with the rock rails. Available
for Jeep Wranglers and Toyota FJ Cruisers, with steel tube formed into shape
using an internal mandrel bender to ensure consistency and even wall thickness across
all sections.
INFORMATION: ARB USA, 425.264.1391,
arbusa.com.
RUGGED RIDGE JK MUFFLER SKID PLATE
The JK muffler skid plate is
constructed of 5mm-thick black powdercoated steel with a rust resistant
E-coating. The skidplate mounts to existing body holes using the factory hardware
and helps transfer the load of an impact
away from the vulnerable muffler and to the frame. Simple bolt-on installation.
INFORMATION: Rugged Ridge,
770.614.6101, ruggedridge.com.
EVO MANUFACTURING ROCK SKINS
Evo Manufacturing Rock Skins side
armor plates are laser cut from 3/16-inch steel and CNC bent. They bolt on with
stainless hardware and are compatible with factory and aftermarket fenders and
framemounted sliders. Available for two-and four-door Wrangler JKs, Rock Skins
are also available in aluminum for those looking to save weight.
INFORMATION: EvoMfg., 714.879.8913,
evomfg.com.
DYNATRAC PRO SERIES DIFFERENTIAL COVERS
Whether you have a Dynatrac axle
or not, you can add some beef to your axles. The American-made Dynatrac
differential covers are cast from proprietary nodular iron and feature strategically
located RockRibs to add strength and protection for internal components. The have
thick, machined gasket surfaces for sure sealing and an easy-toaccess oil fill plug.
INFORMATION: Dynatrac, 714.421.4314,
dynatrac.com.
RANCHO ROCKGEAR OIL PAN SKIDPLATE
The Rancho RockGear oil pan
skidplate provides security for the OE oil pan under your JK Wrangler, with
applications for both the 3.8L and 3.6L Pentastar engines. Constructed from 1/8-inch
steel, the Rancho oil pan skidplate installs easily and features new mounting tabs
to keep the body armor in place while providing
convenient drain-hole access.
INFORMATION: Rancho, 734.384.7804,
gorancho.com.
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