jtpeters83
New Member
I'm a long time reader of this forum, but this is my first post. My question is about installing a skid plate.
I use my ranger as a daily driver, but I infrequently offroad as well. Five years ago I ripped off the front valence (the plastic cover below the bumper). I simply held it on with zipties, but those recently gave way, and now I guess my valence is somewhere along the highway. Also, about three years ago the plastic radiator cover ripped off. I keep it in my garage, but the bolt holes are destroyed.
So now the bottom of my radiator is exposed and the fog lights just stick out under the bumper. I often see offroad rigs with front skid plates to protect the radiator, but I always thought this was a custom job. I found a skid plate online (link below), and I wondered if it is as easy as bolting it on o a stock ranger? Any input or experience would be awesome, Thanks!
Jeff
Link to Auto Parts Warehouse Trailmaster skid plate for Ranger
I use my ranger as a daily driver, but I infrequently offroad as well. Five years ago I ripped off the front valence (the plastic cover below the bumper). I simply held it on with zipties, but those recently gave way, and now I guess my valence is somewhere along the highway. Also, about three years ago the plastic radiator cover ripped off. I keep it in my garage, but the bolt holes are destroyed.
So now the bottom of my radiator is exposed and the fog lights just stick out under the bumper. I often see offroad rigs with front skid plates to protect the radiator, but I always thought this was a custom job. I found a skid plate online (link below), and I wondered if it is as easy as bolting it on o a stock ranger? Any input or experience would be awesome, Thanks!
Jeff
Link to Auto Parts Warehouse Trailmaster skid plate for Ranger