BellyUp Transfer Case Skid Plate by Teraflex

If there is anyone reading this who doesn’t have a clue about what a skid plate is, it is actually a steel plate that is normally of a pretty heavy gauge that is attached to the undercarriage of vehicles in an effort to protect the parts underneath it from being damaged.  Typically, you will see these plates on off road vehicles such as Jeeps.

Skid plates generally protect parts like your steering assembly or engine.  They can also be found providing protection for the gas tank.  Skid plates are no your typical factory installed equipment because not everyone is an off road enthusiast.  Skid plates will add weight and possibly fuel costs to your rig.  Also, if they are covering any parts that need to be repaired then the work will cost more since they will first have to be removed. 

This particular skid plate – the BellyUp – gives you an extra 2 inches when compared to skid plates made by the competitors.  The reason for this is that Teraflex designed it to have a lower profile.  You gain clearance that would be equal to that which you would gain if you added tires that are 4 inches larger than what you are currently running with.  The BellyUp Transfer case skid plate is made from steel that is 3/16 of an inch thick.  This gives you protection off road that is unmatched.

Please Note

·         The kit that is made for the YJ is not all inclusive

·         If you are running with a standard assembly for the axle that has a low pinion located in the rear then there might be a need for a few modifications for this to be a viable option

·         If you are running with a short shaft then you will need to purchase and use the short shaft kit

·         Some engine and transmission configurations necessitate a lift kit in order to accommodate the BellyUp

Features at a Glance

·         Teraflex makes their BellyUp Transfer Case Skid Plate with pride right here in the USA

·         This skid plate for the transfer case comes to you complete with a warranty that is unbelievably comprehensive

·         This skid plate is available for the Jeep TJ and YJ

·         There may be a need for some modifications to your exhaust system on certain applications

·         This skid plate is only recommended to be used on Jeeps that have been given a body lift of a minimum of an inch

·         Teraflex makes this skid plate from steel that has a thickness of 3/16 of an inch

·         If you do not go off road very much then you will not need this transfer case skid plate as it will add weight to your rig

Teraflex Oil Pan and Skid Plates

RockGuard is what Teraflex calls their skid plates.   Their purpose is to protect the components in the undercarriage of your Jeep from obstacles that you might encounter off road.  These skid plates have been constructed from sturdy steel plate and Teraflex makes them for such vital components as the gas tank, oil pans and steering components.

Features at a Glance

·         The oil pan and skid plates that are made by Teraflex will keep your oil pan safe from being damaged by rocks, stumps or other obstacles that you might encounter in your off road adventures

·         The oil pan and skid plates by Teraflex come finished with a stylish powder coat in black

·         The Teraflex oil pan and skid plates are easy to install and require no drilling for a safe and proper installation

·         The oil pan and skid plates that are made by Teraflex are made from a mild yet sturdy steel so that they have both rigidity and strength

·         The oil pan and skid plates by Teraflex feature a construction that is totally welded

Going on off road jaunts can really be hard on your entire Jeep – there is no getting around that fact.  However, that is no reason for you to allow your Jeep to get damaged so badly that you can’t get back home in it…and all because you decided that tree stump would be no match for the undercarriage of your Jeep.  With a skid plate to cover the vital components like your fuel tank, the steering linkage, your differential and your oil pan, you will be showing at least a bit of good sense…especially in those times when you and your Jeep get off and escape civilization and are miles away from even a cell signal to call for a tow truck.

The oil pan and skid plates that are made by Teraflex are easy to install.  Simply bolt them on and you are ready to go.  Also, these oil pan and skid plats by Teraflex can take the abuse and keep your Jeep running.  If you happen to bend one of them, simply wait til you get home and take a hammer to it until it is back in its usual shape.  The nasty truth of the matter is that you might wind up out on the trail trying in vain to fashion a tie rod from a tree branch or even trying to patch a hole in your fuel tank with a piece of soap.

The oil pan and skid plates that are made by Teraflex are made with pride right here in the USA.  They also come with a warranty that is part specific.  Check the packaging to make sure that you read and understand all of the warranty information.

 

Teraflex Bellyup Transfer Case Skid Plate

For those of you who may not know exactly what a skid plate is; it is a steel plate – normally heavy gauge – that is put on the undercarriage of a vehicle in order to protect the parts that it covers from damage.  In general you will see skid plates on Jeeps and other vehicles that spend a good amount of time off road.

Skid plates typically will protect such components as the steering assembly or the engine.  You will also find skid plates protecting the gas tank.  You will not generally find skid plates as factory installed equipment as not everyone enjoys going off road.  Since skid plates add weight to a vehicle and can add to repair costs if they need to be removed this saves money for those who prefer the pavement.

The Bellyup skid plate that is made by Teraflex will give you an additional 2 inches than you get from other transfer case skid plates.  This is because Teraflex made the Bellyup to have a lower profile.  The clearance that you gain from this skid plate is the same that you would get if you added tires that are four inches larger than what you are already running with.  Teraflex makes the Bellyup out of steel that has a thickness of 3/16 of an inch.  This will give you amazing protection when you are off road.

Please Note

·         The Bellyup kit for the Jeep YJ is not one that is inclusive. 

·         If you have a standard axle assembly that is low pinion in the rear then you might need to do some spacing for the Bellyup to fit properly

·         When you are using the Teraflex Bellyup you might need to make a few modifications

·         If you have a short shaft then you will also need the short shaft kit. 

·         Depending on the type of transmission and engine you have, you might need a body lift kit in order to be able to use the Bellyup.

Features at a Glance

·         The Bellyup transfer case skid plate that is made by Teraflex is available for the Jeep YJ and the Jeep TJ

·         The Bellyup transfer case skid plate by Teraflex will require you to also get and use a short shaft kit – also made by Teraflex

·         The Teraflex Bellyup transfer case skid plate may require some modifications to be made to the exhaust system in order to get a proper fit

·         The Bellyup transfer case skid plate that is made by Teraflex is recommended for use only on Jeeps that have had a body lift of at least an inch

·         The Bellyup transfer case skid plate by Teraflex has been constructed from 3/16 inch thick steel