Gas Tank Skid Plate, TJ/LJ, Aluminum & Steel
The Jeep TJ and LJ Wrangler Gas Tank Skid Plate is the perfect combination of strength and light weight.
Features Include:- Designed for TJ/LJ Wranglers
- Base Made of 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel
- Shielding Made of 3/16” Aluminum Plate
- Formed Recess for Fuel Pump
- Bolt On (No Welding Required)
- Uses Factory Locations
- Increased Clearance Over Stock
- Gold Zinc Finish
- Quick and Easy Install
- Made in the USA
The skid base is made of thick 3/16" hot rolled steel for superior strength and has a stamped recession to provide the needed clearance for the gas tank fuel pump. The skid base is then finished in MetalCloak’s signature gold zinc to protect it against the elements when wheeling.
The shielding is a multi-plate design is made of 3/16” aircraft grade aluminum keeping the weight as low as possible without any sacrifices. The bolt together design is easy to assemble and is stronger than a fully welded skid.
The gas tank skid uses the factory straps and bolts directly to factory locations providing a quick and easy installation while adding additional clearance over the stock skid.
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Gas Tank Skid Plate
We built the TJ/LJ Gas Tank Skid plate in Steel for strength Where You Need It and Aluminum Where You can Shave Weight. At only 48 lbs, the skid plate is designed to conform perfectly to your stock tank.
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THE TECH
TJ/LJ Gas Tank Skid Plate
Gas Tank Skid Plate
The gas tank skid plate saves critical weight with an aluminum shielding design while providing the necessary protection with a heavy duty steel base. The gas tank skid is a bolt on assembly, requires no welding, and weighs in at 48lbs!
The skid plate bolts directly to factory locations providing a quick and easy installation while adding additional clearance over the stock skid.
Steel Skid Base
The skid base is made of thick 3/16" hot rolled steel for superior strength and has a stamped recession to provide the needed clearance for the gas tank fuel pump. The skid base is then finished in MetalCloak’s signature gold zinc to protect it against the elements when wheeling.
Aluminum Shielding
The shielding is a multi-plate design is made of 3/16” aircraft grade aluminum keeping the weight as low as possible without any sacrifices. The bolt together design is easy to assemble and is stronger than a fully welded skid.
What's in the Kit
- Steel Gas Tank Skid Base
- Aluminum Skid Shielding
- All Required Hardware
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Items | Details |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | 1997 - 2006 TJ/LJ Wrangler |
| Gas Tank Skid Base | 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel |
| Gas Tank Skid Shielding | 3/16" Aluminum Plate |
| Steel Coating |
Gold Zinc - Steel Base Raw - Aluminum Shielding |
INSTALLATION
| Installation Difficulty | Easy |
| Body Modification | None |
| Time to Install | 1 - 2 Hours |
| Installation Instructions | Click Here to see a full list of MetalCloak Installation Instructions. |