for
1997-2006 Jeep TJ Wranglers
(including Rubicon and Unlimited)
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Our engine/transmission skid plates are available for all 1997-2006 Jeep TJ Wranglers. They are designed to provide complete coverage for your vulnerable engine oil pan, transmission, AND the front portion of your exhaust system. Unlike some of our competitors, you don't need to buy two different skid plates to get less coverage. One easily installed skid plate provides the complete protection you need to feel confident while on the trail.
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These skid plates are made of 3/16" thick steel that is laser cut and CNC folded for consistent quality that sets the standard for Jeep skid plates. They are also reinforced with 1/4" thick steel angle along the driver's side to provide plenty of strength while easily clearing both your exhaust system and your driveshaft. (Most of our competitors have interferences with one or the other, but not Skid Row Offroad!) Our skid plates are also sand-blasted prior to being powder-coated to assure that the finish adheres better than our competitor's coatings. We use a semi-gloss black for an attractive finish that's easy to touch up when necessary.
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Our TJ engine/transmission skid plates mount solidly to the Jeep's frame and are specially designed for easy bolt-on installation. No drilling is required for 1997-2002 models, while 2003-2006 models require drilling of 3 holes in the leading edge of the transfer case skid plate.
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In the pictures below notice that there is plenty of clearance for the driveshaft during full articulation of the front axle. Skid Row
engine/transmission skid plates require no modifications and are designed to work with or without a suspension lift. This gives you the protection you need when you're starting out with a stock height vehicle that puts your oil pan closest to the rocks. And when you're ready for that 3-4" lift, there's no need to modify your Skid Row engine/transmission skid plate or get a new one.
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We've also learned during our off-road testing that these engine/transmission skid plates help you get over obstacles by preventing your transfer case skid plate from catching on whatever you're driving over. So you not only get added protection and peace of mind, your Jeep will be more capable as well!!
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To see what our customers and others are saying about our skid plates.
Visit our "Customer Comments" page.
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Please Note the following:
- These skid plates do NOT work with long arm suspension systems. We have engine/transmission skids available specifically for Jeeps with long arm suspension systems. Click here for more information.
- Also, if you have an aftermarket exhaust header that goes under your engine or transmission, our skid plate will not fit properly. An example would be the Borla exhaust header for 1997 model TJ's.
- If you're unsure, it's best to contact us and ask.
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These skid plates work just fine with transfer case drops and can be mounted to Jeeps with raised transfer case skid plates such as Tera Mfg's Belly-Up kit or Nth Degree's Tummy Tucker. However, a slight modification will be needed to mate our skid plate to the Tummy Tucker.
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1997-2002 Jeep TJ Wrangler with 6 cylinder engine
JP-0009: $278.00
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1997-2002 Jeep TJ Wrangler with 4 cylinder engine
JP-0007: $278.00
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2003-2006 Jeep TJ Wrangler or 2004-2006 LJ Unlimited with 6 cylinder engine
JP-0019: $278.00
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JP-0019 Instructions.pdf
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Shown is our JP-0019 engine skid plate for a 2003-2006 TJ Wrangler. The skid plate is mounted to the lower control arm mounting point on the chassis on the passenger side using the original bolt. On the driver's side the skid plate is supported via a strut rod that runs up to a bracket that is bolted to the chassis on the under side of the driver's side motor mount. At the rear the skid plate bolts to the factory transfer case skid plate.
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This picture shows the component parts of our JP-0009 model skid plate for 1997-2002 TJ Wranglers with a 6 cylinder engine. You can clearly see the diamond shaped oil drain hole that helps you drain the oil without creating a mess. However, some of the oil will still end up on the plate. Unfortunately, it's part of the price you have to pay for the protection you need.
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Notice how much the skid plate protects and how it's mounted to provide you with the strongest, toughest engine skid plate available.
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Here's another view of our JP-0009 skid plate mounted on a 1997 TJ.
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This mount attaches to the underside of the driver's side motor mount using existing holes. A special T-shaped nut plate inserted into the mount holds the nuts in place so that you don't have to.
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Replacement Parts
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Mounting Bracket for 1997-2006 TJ with 6 Cylinder Engine
SP-0019-ZC: $20.00
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Nut Plate for 1997-2006 TJ with 6 Cylinder Engine
SP-0021-ZC: $15.00
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Driver Side Strut Rod for 6 Cyl. Engine/Transmission Skid Plates
SP-0018-ZC: $20.00
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Driver Side Strut Rod for 4 Cyl. Engine/Transmission Skid Plates
SP-0016-ZC: $20.00
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Mounting Bracket for 1997-2006 TJ with 6 Cylinder Engine.
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Nut Plate for 1997-2006 TJ with 6 Cylinder Engine.
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Driver's Side Strut Rod for TJ Engine/Transmission Skid Plates.
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