Ram 2500 Power Wagon Skid Plate Package

What’s included in this package

• HD Engine/Transmission Skid Plate: 2014-26 Ram 2500/3500 $1,199.00
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  Following on the heels of our bombproof first generation skid plate, our Generation 2 system has been engineered from the ground-up to incorporate unique features and improvements guided by years of feedback and experience. Our new design builds on extraordinarily robust construction by offering user friendly installation, unhindered service and maintenance, and compatibility with the limited existing OEM protection elements.

  This system is among the most innovative and heavily engineered armor systems ever produced.

  Protected Elements

  This skid plate system protects the Engine, Transmission, Exhaust Crossover, Transmission cooling lines, and Transmission shift linkage, and reinforces the Transmission Crossmember.

  Construction

  The standard in-use weight of the Ram HD platform begins around 8,500lbs and grows from there. This application absolutely demands the use of steel vs. lighter materials such as aluminum, and the material selection and design characteristics are derived directly from our extensive testing and feedback. Made to protect the most critical - and critically exposed parts of the Ram HD trucks, this skid plate is manufactured from laser cut & CNC formed 3/16" steel plate and CNC formed 1.500"x.188" DOM steel tubing.

  The perimeter of the skid plate is fully structural and is formed into a C-channel shape in order to provide incredible strength and to prevent flange blowout under load. Unlike single-edge "L" flanges which will simply bow outwards and collapse when they take a heavy load, C-channel structures are highly resistant to flange failure and maintain full strength under high loads.

  Based on the feedback and experience of prior models, an internal beam structure was added to reinforce the areas where ~98%+ of impacts occur. The belly of the skid plate is kept smooth and is angled slightly upwards at both ends in order to allow a smooth approach & departure in either direction of travel and to produce zero snag hazards.

  The rear mounting bracket adds a reinforcing flange to the front to provide additional structure to the OEM transmission crossmember and to provide a positive engagement surface. The internal beams produce a coupling action with the main rear bracket & transmission crossmember; under the slightest impact force the internal beams transfer all impact load vertically and rearward into the reinforced crossmember. Through this system the hinged servicing mechanism of the skid plate carries almost zero load under impact.

  The forward mounts secure in a sandwich-style mount similar to the most robust rock rails; the main bolts secure through OEM frame holes, and the lower mounting bolts couple under the frame in order to preload the mounting brackets. By doing so, impact load is transferred into the CNC formed flanges rather than through the fasteners.

  Finish

  Steel parts are media blasted, phosphated, primer coated, and finish powder coated for an extremely durable and smooth surface. Our aluminum elements are bright-etched and Gold anodized for a beautiful and unique finish.

  Service: Changing engine & transmission fluids is as easy as possible. The oil drain for the engine is exposed by removing the CNC machined cover plate, which uses the same 13mm drive size as the OEM oil drain bolt (13mm on Hemi, 3/8" square drive on Cummins). The oil drain cap has a pocket machined under the diesel engine drain port to offer additional clearance for Fumoto valves to offer extra clearance during severe impacts.

  To change the transmission fluid & filter, the skid plate incorporates a drop-away access system - the first of its kind. The forward leg bolts & the rear load bolts are removed, and the entire skid plate body hinges away while staying fully retained to the rear main bracket. This permits the entire oil & filter change process to be completed without needing to remove and replace any section of the system.

  Hazard Prevention: An issue common to many skid plates used in offroad applications, whether due to the chassis location they have to work with, or due simply to poor design, is the buildup of brush on top of the skid plates. This can produce a fire hazard if the brush is able to build up between the skid plate and an exhaust component.

  In order to mitigate this, we have taken several steps: First; the skid plate rests at an up-angle so that its leading edge is above the base of the front axle and so that it has a smooth engagement with brush, causing the brush to be pressed down rather than sheared off against the front of the skid plate. Second; the skid plate perimeter is formed into a C-channel structure - this is both to prevent structural blowout of the flanges under impact, and to provide smooth edges along the perimeter to prevent the shearing of brush. Third; the internal structural beams have a leading edge at a safe distance from the exhaust that catches any brush that makes it onto the skid plate.

  Important Notes:

  • Aftermarket Deep Transmission Pans: This skid plate offers a large amount of space from the transmissions found under the 2500/3500 gas trucks (66RFE & 8HP75) and these should be able to run the deepest oil pans without issue. The Aisin transmission and the G56 manual transmission sit very low in the chassis and this needs to be taken into account. If you wish to fit oil cooling blocks to the G56 transmission, or wish to run a deep oil pan on the Aisin transmission (3500 HO Cummins & available on all 3500 Cab & Chassis), you MUST confirm that you have appropriate clearance between the oil pan and the skid plate. Some aftermarket deep transmission pans for the Aisin sit VERY LOW, and YOU must confirm that there is enough clearance to fit the skid plate & deep pan together.
  • Other Aftermarket Parts: Our design allows a lot of room for integration with other aftermarket parts, but due to the number, variety, and continuing innovation of new products on the aftermarket, we cannot confirm that other companies' aftermarket parts will integrate with our parts. The responsibility to check fitment, cycle suspension, ensure appropriate clearances due to motor mount deflection & impact deflection, etc. is always incumbent on the end-user.
  • Safety & Prudence: Every truck and every application are different. Our design incorporates features intended to offer robust protection for your drivetrain, easy service, and to prevent hazards such as brush buildup. With that said it is still a good idea to occasionally inspect any aftermarket part and to ensure that you do not have any brush buildup near exhaust components. This skid plate has easy service features and drains that make it easy to keep clean, and it is easy to visually inspect the top for brush buildup without removing anything.
• Transfer Case & Evap Guard: 2014-26 2500/3500 HEMI $429.00
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  Developed as a substantial improvement over the thin and unreinforced OEM t-case skid, our skid plate offers an increased area of protection and adds coverage over the previously unprotected emissions evaporative canister, all in an incredibly robust package.

  Formed from 3/16" plate steel, this skid plate offers a number of improvements over the OEM unit. All perimeter edges are sloped to provide a smooth contact and departure when sliding across an obstacle, and all fasteners are recessed to guard against fastener head shearing. Extensive ribbing and channel supports on the interior make for an incredibly durable piece of armor that will guard your drivetrain against the worst hits you can throw at it.

  The protective area of our Transfer Case Skid Plate is greatly increased over the OEM offering in order to better guard the transfer case and to offer new protection to the previously at-risk emissions evap canister, all while integrating seamlessly with our Engine/Transmission & 3-Bar Skid Plates to provide a complete protection package underneath your truck.

  Fits 2014-26 Ram 2500/3500 with the 6.4L Hemi, and 2014-18 with the 5.7L Hemi, including Power Wagon and Hemi Rebel packages

• 3-Bar Skid Plate: 2014-26 Power Wagon $449.00
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  Designed to replace the anemic OEM skid plate under the Power Wagons, our skid plate offers a massive upgrade in strength and build quality in a bolt-in package over the underbuilt factory offering.

  While the factory provides unique crossmembers and protection for the Power Wagon chassis, one of these factory skid plates is formed from three separate tubular sections of thin-walled steel. These tubes are flattened where the fasteners join and suffer from several issues; the fastener heads are exposed, the tubes are not interconnected to reinforce each other, and under the weight of these trucks the factory skid plate simply buckles and fails, offering no real protection for the undercarriage.

  Having seen these OEM skid plates fail regularly, we've determined to make a robust replacement with several improvements as noted below:

  1. Built to take the full weight of these heavy trucks, our skid plate is one homogenous system of A36 3/16" plate steel and 3/16" wall 1.5" square tubing, with 100% perimeter welding. This construction allows the entire skid plate to take the brunt of an impact, rather than only small and separate pieces.
  2. The innermost bar rests in a better position to protect the driveshaft.
  3. Heat buildup from the nearby exhaust is prevented by utilizing the OEM 3-bar concept rather than a flat plate.
  4. All bolt heads are fully recessed and protected from shearing damage from rocks.
  5. All approach/departure edges are sloped to prevent hanging up on obstacles.
  6. All sections maintain full structural value and are not flattened/thinned around fasteners like the OEM model.
  7. Drainage is prioritized, and large gravel-sized drains are provided to keep the skid plate free from debris buildup.
  8. This part mounts into OEM hole locations and does not require any modification of your vehicle. Bolt in and go!

  Fits 2014-Present Ram 2500 Power Wagons.

  Does not fit non-Power Wagon trucks without adding the rear Power Wagon OEM Crossmember (can be acquired as an OEM part)

Every part ships as a complete kit with hardware and printed instructions.