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{{Short description|Protective shield under a vehicle}} |
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[[Image:2005-1-22-12-49-20.png|thumb|A [[Triumph TR6]] with skid plate.]] |
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{{Distinguish|Skid block}} |
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[[Image:Skidplate96.jpg|thumb|Retrofitted skid plate on a [[Saab 96]].]] |
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[[File:Fiat Panda 4x4 20090301 rear.jpg|thumb|Fake skid plate]] |
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A '''skid plate''' is an abrasion-resistant material affixed to the underside of a vehicle or boat<ref>{{cite web|title=Skid plates|url=http://www.skidplatekit.com/|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150507012451/http://skidplatekit.com:80/|archivedate=2015-05-07|publisher=Northwest Canoe|accessdate=29 September 2012}}</ref> to prevent damage to the underside when contact is made with the ground. |
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Skid plates may be used on [[off-road]] vehicles, motorcycles and [[lowrider|lowered]] vehicles to prevent damage to the underside. Fake skid plates are also added to vehicles for an off-road look.<ref>{{cite web|title=Fiat Panda 4x4|url=http://www.motortrend.com/auto_shows/paris/2012/1209_fiat_panda_4x4/|publisher=Motor Trend|accessdate=29 September 2012}}</ref> |
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A '''skid plate''' is a steel plate affixed to the underside of a vehicle to prevent damage to key components in the undercarriage. Skid plates are most frequently found on four-wheel drive vehicles designed for off-road use. Without protection, components such as the [[transfer case]], oil pan and gas tank could be struck and damaged by rough terrain features on an off-road trail. Today, skid plates are often part of the off-road upgrade packages for trucks and SUV's offered by major automotive companies such as [[General Motors|GM]]'s [[Z71]], [[Ford]]'s [[FX4]] or [[Toyota]]'s [[Toyota Racing Development|TRD]] off-road package. They can also be purchased as an after-market upgrade from a variety of off-road outfitters. |
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'''Steel skid plate''' for the protection of the engine and the gearbox. |
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'''The advantages:''' |
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* Increased resistance against any impact or debris found on the road. |
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* It covers the front compartment of the car, so the engine is more protected against dust and dirt. |
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* Longer lifespan compared to skid plates made of plastic or fibre glass. |
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* It protects the frame, motor and linkage on an off-road motorcycle.<ref>{{cite web|title=Skid plates for off-road motorcycles|url=https://dirtbikesam.com/best-dirt-bike-skid-plates|publisher=Dirtbike Sam|accessdate=8 May 2020}}</ref> |
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==See also== |
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*[[Rock sliders]] |
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*[[Bullbar|Metal bumpers]] |
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==References== |
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{{DEFAULTSORT:Skid Plate}} |
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Latest revision as of 06:03, 8 April 2024
A skid plate is an abrasion-resistant material affixed to the underside of a vehicle or boat[1] to prevent damage to the underside when contact is made with the ground.
Skid plates may be used on off-road vehicles, motorcycles and lowered vehicles to prevent damage to the underside. Fake skid plates are also added to vehicles for an off-road look.[2]
Steel skid plate for the protection of the engine and the gearbox.
The advantages:
- Increased resistance against any impact or debris found on the road.
- It covers the front compartment of the car, so the engine is more protected against dust and dirt.
- Longer lifespan compared to skid plates made of plastic or fibre glass.
- It protects the frame, motor and linkage on an off-road motorcycle.[3]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Skid plates". Northwest Canoe. Archived from the original on 2015-05-07. Retrieved 29 September 2012.
- ^ "Fiat Panda 4x4". Motor Trend. Retrieved 29 September 2012.
- ^ "Skid plates for off-road motorcycles". Dirtbike Sam. Retrieved 8 May 2020.