Diff Skid Plate vs. Diff Cover

[D60]

So yeah, does anyone know if the M210 or M220 would take the same cover as an "old" D44?

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[ChattVol]

The Rancho works fine RK relo, i had the same issue with MC skid.

How much ground clearance do you lose with the rancho skid?

 

[Martindfletcher]

How much ground clearance do you lose with the rancho skid?

Without s tape measure 1/4”-3/8”

It slides so much better it helps more than hurts

 

[wibornz]

I run the Rancho front and rear diff skids.

 

[Crusifix]

I'll probably go with the Rancho kits soon. They kept it simple.

 

[RubiSc0tt]

On my last 2 TJ's I had diff guards/ skids. They were great for protection, but if you take a really heavy hit they can bend into the diff cover. Likewise, if you're doing a lot of heavy rock crawling and dragging your diff over rocks, make sure you get something with protection for the bolt heads on the diff (either recessed or guarded). I rounded off a few bolt heads to the point where i had trouble getting them off when changing gear oil on my '04 TJ Rubi. Also, if you're eventually changing/ upgrading to a beefier/ High steer set up, the Diff guards sometimes get in the way (mine did).

As for me? I'll probably go for the Motobilt Diff guards and solenoid cover. Simple, Well built, and effective in all of the builds I've seen running them.

 

[Andy2434]

The Rancho front and rear glide plates suit my needs for what I do. Others might have different needs and requirements.

 

[joe_and_red_dawn]

I run the MetalCloak rear diff skid, and I am having the Rancho front one powder coated black for $50.00 as we speak.

 

[D60]

Truthfully damaging a drain plug to where it leaks could be a problem, but just damaging it to where it can't be removed is hardly the end of the world

Just have to return to the ancient ways of removing the cover and letting gear oil pour everywhere. Personally I like drain plugs but they're a luxury.

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