Underbody splash shields...

[Chris Barracuda]

Hey all. I just had my new-to-me 2016 in for an inspection. Apparently it's missing both underbody splash shields.

A quick search turns up a mix of opinions...some people saying to trash them, don't need them...others insisting you do.

What says the collective wisdom here? They're plastic so I know they aren't doing what a skid plate would do in terms of protection...do they matter for general road grit/grime/spray coverage?

 

[mm3846]

Which ones? Everything under my 2013 is metal.

 

[Chris Barracuda]

Yes - you are correct. Misunderstanding with the shop...it's the two metal plates near the front. I'm thinking I should go ahead and replace them.

 

[f1racer328]

Yes - you are correct. Misunderstanding with the shop...it's the two metal plates near the front. I'm thinking I should go ahead and replace them.

I would, they cover the oil pan and transmission.

I have no idea how much OEM skidplates are, but there are a lot of aftermarket options that could be better/cheaper.

 

[Stuart Barnes]

I’d look at a car breakers if one is near you. But I’d definitely look at replacing. The original lr ones are pretty heavy gauge steel for what it’s worth so don’t discount them if you can get them cheap.

 

[Chris Barracuda]

Thanks guys. I think I found used ones on ebay that'll work with a little reconditioning. Now to figure out the fasteners...

 

[djkaosone]

Just keep in mind, the skid plates for the 10-13 are slightly different from the 14-16. If it was me, I'd get the asfir 4x4 plates. I have them and love them.

in Skid Plates

www.asfir.com

 

[JKJK]

Atlantic British has the fasteners for the OE skid-plate. I had to replace a few of the bolts so I know AB has them.

10 X 25 MM Bolt With Washer, LR3, LR4, Range Rover - KYG500500G

Genuine part KYG500500G. This bolt will fit the LR3 (2005-09), LR4 (2010-13) and various Range Rover Sport models.

www.roverparts.com

 

[Chris Barracuda]

Thanks! Unfortunately out of stock but I think I can piece most of it together via mcmaster.

Contemplating the ASFIR...

This is a good example of why even with a 'certified' car, a PPO is a good idea - esp when buying sight-unseen. The car came with a 90-day warranty that's pretty exhaustive, but these being completely missing wasn't part of the coverage.

 

[ryanjl]

Given how important the overall condition of a used Rover is prior to purchase, I wouldn't have given a second thought to buying one without the skid plates if it was otherwise well taken care of.