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DG Panzer skid palte installed... It is more than just a skid plate...

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Old 05-01-2008, 08:12 AM
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Default DG Panzer skid palte installed... It is more than just a skid plate...

I didn't bother taking pics or doing a write up since DG has comprehensive directions online. The install was very straight-forward, and not difficult. I used ramps, which worked well, but it obviously would have been easier using a lift. After getting everything snugged down, I then tightened my strut tower brace bolts. The minor creaking I have been hearing is now gone, and the car feels better. The skid plate is beefy and ties in to multiple points to stiffen up the frame, and it works. It is worth every penny of the $300 price. Get one.
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did you weight it? also is it one piece or there are holes like the original piece?
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Default Nope, didn't think to weigh it. It has some holes...

There are a couple holes and one trapezoidal cutout, but not the same as the factory plastic belly pan. The skid plate is smaller than the belly pan, so it allows air to get in from the outside. I don't anticipate any problems with heat.
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cool thanks for the info
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any indication on material used, high grade carbon stl...SS...alum? ?
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.190" aluminum, stainless & aluminum hardware, plastic vertical splash guard
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that's pretty beefy...just over 2.5 lbs per square foot
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Default The kit weighs right at 19 pounds...

Waay down low.
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Default Yeah, I don't mind adding weight to the bottom of the car! ;-)

The skid plate is awesome, and thanks for the great customer service.
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just wanted to make sure it was worthy of the name Panzer....I need one! DG plate that is!


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