A Bit of UNDER ARMOR for JET : EVO MFG JL Wrangler ProTek Skid Plates

RMC2

Member
I will be getting a set of these, especially for the cooler lines.

After seeing the lines on the 13 Jk, I got a set for it. Still have them, even though the jeep is gone. I love how this set looks easier to put on. Video anyone? Nudge, nudge.
 

Mikeandikes96

New member
Was reading the install instructions and it says 1 inch or larger front bumpstop extension recommended, somewhat confused about that. I haven’t lifted my Jeep yet so I’m still at stock height but want to go ahead and pull the trigger on these.


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TnTsJL

New member
EVO Skid plate

I just ordered the EVO engine and trans skid plate. I have been trying to decide which skid plates to get, so thanks for the EVO recommendation and pictures. I hope you post the install video soon, it is supposed to arrive on April 2nd. Thanks Eddie
 

Bumpit

New member
Hey. You saved a few bucks. You don’t need the FAD skid now with the PR44JL. [emoji6][emoji106]

Is interesting on the oil pan skid. I wonder if dealer oil service would be an issue.
I usually end up putting in a fumoto valve so I dont have to drop the skid plate for a oil change. I keep a piece of tubing handy and attach it to drain out so I dont get oil built up in the skid.

With the skid there you dont have to worry about anything hitting the valve and losing your oil.

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wayoflife

Administrator
Staff member
Now that you have been using the skids for a while, any new thoughts? Rock catcher, exhaust loop skid needed, oil changing complications or any other concerns or dislikes?

I try really hard NOT to put rocks and obstacles right down the middle of my Jeep so for the most part, I don't even feel the need for skids like this. My main concern has always been about the transmission cooler lines and for that, I'm glad to have this. So far, I haven't had any issues with it but most of that is because I don't make it a habit to hit it. I still think the exhaust loop is unnecessary and may eventually remove it IF it becomes an issue as others have reported. I installed a Fumoto valve soon after installing this skid and oil changes are a snap with it. I just hook up a hose to it and drain right into a jug. No mess or fuss what so ever.
 

VitaMeVas

New member
Fumoto valve

Eddie,

Which fumoto valve PN did u use for the JL? The website only goes to 2017 and I want to make sure I get the right threading. I have a 2019 JLU Rubicon.

I try really hard NOT to put rocks and obstacles right down the middle of my Jeep so for the most part, I don't even feel the need for skids like this. My main concern has always been about the transmission cooler lines and for that, I'm glad to have this. So far, I haven't had any issues with it but most of that is because I don't make it a habit to hit it. I still think the exhaust loop is unnecessary and may eventually remove it IF it becomes an issue as others have reported. I installed a Fumoto valve soon after installing this skid and oil changes are a snap with it. I just hook up a hose to it and drain right into a jug. No mess or fuss what so ever.
 

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